Pineapple Orange Banana Green Smoothie Recipe
A refreshing and nutritious green smoothie blending spinach, frozen banana, pineapple, and mandarin oranges with almond milk and chia seeds for a delicious, energizing drink that’s perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 3 minutes
- Yield: 1 large smoothie
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Produce
- 1 handful spinach
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1/4 cup mandarin orange segments (fresh or canned in juice)
Dairy & Alternatives
- 1 cup milk (cow, almond, coconut, rice, etc.; almond milk recommended)
Seeds & Extras
- 1/2 tablespoon chia seeds
- Optional: additional ice for texture
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients including spinach, frozen banana, frozen pineapple chunks, mandarin orange segments, milk of choice, and chia seeds.
- Add to Blender: Place the spinach, frozen banana, frozen pineapple chunks, mandarin orange segments, milk, and chia seeds into a blender. Add additional ice if you prefer a thicker texture.
- Blend: Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and all the ingredients are fully combined, ensuring no chunks remain.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy immediately for best flavor and freshness.
Notes
- Using frozen fruit helps create a cold and thick smoothie without needing much ice.
- Almond milk is used here for a dairy-free option, but you can substitute with any milk type you prefer.
- Chia seeds add fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and a slight texture to the smoothie.
- For a sweeter smoothie, you can add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup if desired.
