This smoothie has about six grams of fiber and is packed with nutrients like:
- Vitamin C (apple, banana, spinach)
- Vitamin K and folate (spinach)
- Potassium (banana, apple, spinach)
- Iron (spinach)
- Calcium & vitamin D if milk is fortified
By combining vitamin C-rich foods with non-heme iron foods like spinach, you help improve iron absorption.
Functional/anti-inflammatory compounds:
- Gingerol from ginger (digestion, anti-inflammatory)
- Flavonoids from apple and spinach (antioxidants)
- Lutein & zeaxanthin from spinach (eye health)
SERVINGS: 1; 5 Minutes
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup non-dairy milk (almond, coconut or oat milk)
- 1 green apple, cored and chopped
- ½-1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated (use ½ inch of fresh ginger for less zing)
- 1/2 frozen banana
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
Optional Add-Ins
While some of these are optional add-ins, adding flax increases healthy fats, and adding protein powder or Greek yogurt increases protein and makes this more of a meal. Another benefit is that you will reduce spiking blood sugar levels.
- 1-2 tsp honey
- 1-2 scoops of protein powder (if desired)
- 1 tbsp of flax seeds Instructions
Directions
In a powerful blender, combine ingredients and blend until smooth. Add more almond milk if necessary to reach the desired consistency. Serve immediately.
HINT: Ingredients for this smoothie can be put into a plastic bag and frozen for easy preparation at a later date.