Spinach Banana Smoothie

Jul 21, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy green smoothie combining fresh baby spinach and sweet banana with milk and a pinch of salt for balance, blended to a smooth, refreshing drink.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

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

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Instructions

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

Tips

Use frozen banana to create a creamy texture without needing yogurt. For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond or oat milk.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make spinach banana smoothie?

Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make spinach banana 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 creamy green smoothie combining fresh baby spinach and sweet banana with milk and a pinch of salt for balance, blended to a smooth, refreshing drink.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

231 Calories / serving

6.6g Fat

37.4g Carbs

8.1g Protein

24.0g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~231 cal · 7g fat · 37g carbs · 8g protein · 24g sugar

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

Per serving · 231 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 44 min·2.6 mi·~5150 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 31 min·1.6 mi·~3100 steps
Moderate cycling 23 min·4.6 mi
Swimming laps 32 min
Jogging 23 min·1.9 mi·~3700 steps
Stair climbing 21 min·~1900 steps
Dancing 38 min
Bodyweight circuit training 23 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 54 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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