Spinach Vanilla Smoothie

Aug 30, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy smoothie blending fresh spinach, banana, and pure vanilla extract with milk and ice for a mild, refreshing green drink.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
1.0 mediumfrozen banana
1.0 cup (30.0 g)baby spinach
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ cup (120.0 ml)ice cubes
pinch of fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add the milk to a high-speed blender first.
Add the frozen banana, baby spinach, pure vanilla extract, 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 the consistency. If too thick, blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional milk; if too thin, add a few extra ice cubes or frozen fruit and blend again.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

For a dairy-free version, substitute the milk with unsweetened almond or oat milk. Freeze banana in advance for natural creaminess and chill.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make spinach vanilla smoothie?

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

Can I make spinach vanilla 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 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. 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 smoothie blending fresh spinach, banana, and pure vanilla extract with milk and ice for a mild, refreshing green drink.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

238 Calories / serving

6.6g Fat

37.7g Carbs

8.1g Protein

24.3g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~238 cal · 7g fat · 38g 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 · 238 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 45 min·2.6 mi·~5250 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 32 min·1.6 mi·~3200 steps
Moderate cycling 24 min·4.8 mi
Swimming laps 33 min
Jogging 23 min·1.9 mi·~3700 steps
Stair climbing 22 min·~2000 steps
Dancing 39 min
Bodyweight circuit training 24 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 55 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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