A vibrant green smoothie blending baby spinach, frozen banana, and tropical coconut milk with a pinch of sea salt for balance. Refreshing and creamy, perfect for a healthy snack or light breakfast.
Tropical Green Smoothie
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A vibrant green smoothie blending baby spinach, frozen banana, and tropical coconut milk with a pinch of sea salt for balance. Refreshing and creamy, perfect for a healthy snack or light breakfast.
Prep
5 min
Cook
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Total
5 min
Servings
1
Diet
Dairy free, Gluten free, Vegan
Ingredients
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servings
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- ¾ cup (180.0 ml)unsweetened coconut milk beverage
- 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 coconut milk to a high-speed blender first.
- Add the frozen banana, baby spinach, sea salt, and vanilla extract.
- Add the ice cubes. Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds until smooth.
- Check consistency. If too thick, blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional coconut 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
- Use frozen banana to create a creamy texture without added ice. For a sweeter smoothie, add a splash of pineapple juice or a date.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make tropical green smoothie?
Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make tropical 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.
Is this drink vegan?
Yes, as written. Check that packaged ingredients such as syrups, sauces and toppings are labeled vegan.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
155
Calories / serving
4.2g
Fat
30.4g
Carbs
2.5g
Protein
16.4g
Sugar
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~155 cal · 4g fat · 30g carbs · 3g protein · 16g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 155 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 29 min·1.7 mi·~3400 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 21 min·1.1 mi·~2100 steps
- Moderate cycling 16 min·3.2 mi
- Swimming laps 22 min
- Jogging 15 min·1.3 mi·~2400 steps
- Stair climbing 14 min·~1250 steps
- Dancing 25 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 16 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 36 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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