Citrus Green Smoothie

Jun 25, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A refreshing green smoothie blending baby spinach, frozen banana, and fresh citrus juice with milk for creaminess and a pinch of sea salt to enhance flavors.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
1.0 mediumfrozen banana
1.0 cup (30.0 g)baby spinach
½ cup (120.0 ml)orange juice
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ cup (120.0 g)ice cubes
pinch of fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add the milk, orange juice, and vanilla extract to a high-speed blender first.
Add the frozen banana, baby spinach, and fine sea salt.
Add the ice cubes. Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds until completely smooth.
Check consistency. Blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional milk or orange juice if too thick, or a few extra ice cubes/frozen fruit if too thin.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use freshly squeezed orange juice for best citrus flavor. For a colder smoothie, freeze the orange juice in an ice cube tray beforehand.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make citrus green smoothie?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make citrus green smoothie ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours and shake or re-blend before drinking.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.

A refreshing green smoothie blending baby spinach, frozen banana, and fresh citrus juice with milk for creaminess and a pinch of sea salt to enhance flavors.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

287 Calories / serving

6.8g Fat

49.8g Carbs

9.0g Protein

34.4g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~287 cal · 7g fat · 50g carbs · 9g protein · 34g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 287 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 54 min·3.2 mi·~6300 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 39 min·2.0 mi·~3900 steps
Moderate cycling 29 min·5.8 mi
Swimming laps 40 min
Jogging 28 min·2.3 mi·~4500 steps
Stair climbing 27 min·~2450 steps
Dancing 47 min
Bodyweight circuit training 29 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 67 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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