This spinach banana smoothie makes a great breakfast or healthy snack to help you get back on track!  Add in some Greek yogurt or a scoop of protein powder for a complete and healthy meal.

Overhead view of a spinach banana smoothie with a straw sticking out.

So how was everyone’s Labor Day weekend? Ours was pretty low key, just the way I like it! Maybe it’s just me, but long weekends tend to mean more food and drinks. I definitely can’t complain, I mean hellloooo I love food!

But sometimes after a long weekend full of food and drinks, all I really crave is something healthy and green. That’s why I love this spinach banana smoothie, it’s full of good for you ingredients and tastes delicious!

I remember the first time I added spinach to a smoothie, I was kind of freaked out by the color. But after my first sip, I was sold! I can assure you that you can’t taste the spinach in this smoothie at all. To be honest, spinach doesn’t have much of a taste anyways. The frozen banana in this smoothie helps to mask the spinach and adds a creamy texture. 

This spinach fruit smoothie also contains pineapple. I love adding pineapple to my green smoothies because it helps to prevent bloating and aids in digestion. We all need a little of that every now and then, right?

This smoothie can be whipped up in less than five minutes, making it an easy option for breakfast or a quick snack. Plus, you’re getting an extra serving of vegetables without even trying. #winning.

Overhead view of two spinach banana smoothies with straws.

Ingredients for This Recipe 

I kept this banana pineapple spinach smoothie ultra simple, but let’s quickly go over the ingredients list. 

  • Banana: Needs to be sliced and then frozen. Don’t add a whole, unsliced frozen banana to the smoothie otherwise your blender may struggle to blend it up. 
  • Pineapple: Fresh or frozen pineapple will work. 
  • Almond milk: I prefer using unsweetened almond milk, but any milk will work. 
  • Spinach: I used fresh spinach.

How to Make a Spinach Banana Smoothie

I don’t think you need me to tell you how to make this easy spinach and banana smoothie! Simply add all the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. Enjoy!  

Side view of two spinach fruit smoothies with straws. A measuring cup of spinach rests between the glasses.

Baking Tips 

  • You can easily turn this spinach fruit smoothie into a meal by adding in some greek yogurt or a scoop of protein powder for a little more staying power.
  • For the thickest smoothie, use all frozen ingredients (banana and pineapple). For a thinner smoothie, use all fresh ingredients. 
  • I don’t like adding ice to my smoothie because it waters down the flavor, but you can certainly add a handful of ice cubes to yours if desired. 

More Healthy Breakfast Recipes to Try! 

Spinach Banana Smoothie

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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
This spinach banana smoothie makes a great breakfast or healthy snack! Add in some yogurt or protein powder, if desired.
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Ingredients

Servings: 2 smoothies
  • 1 frozen banana (sliced before freezing)
  • 1 cup pineapple (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 2-3 cups tightly packed fresh spinach
  • Optional: 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt or protein powder

Instructions
 

  • Place all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

Makes one large smoothie or two smaller smoothies. Nutrition information based on two smoothies, does not include optional ingredients.
Cuisine: American
Course: Drinks
Author: Danielle Rye
Serving: 1g, Calories: 115kcal, Carbohydrates: 25.3g, Protein: 2.6g, Fat: 1.5g, Sodium: 113mg, Fiber: 4.1g, Sugar: 14.2g
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