This Sweet Green Smoothie is loaded with fresh spinach, balanced with naturally sweet dates and a few wedges of frozen peaches for a creamy, delicious drink everyone will enjoy. Blend it for a quick breakfast and you’ll stay satisfied for hours. Pair with a baked oatmeal or another hearty morning dish for a complete, energizing meal.
Ingredients to have on hand
- banana
- pitted dates
- fresh spinach
- frozen peaches
- non-fat Greek yogurt
Pitted Dates
Dates add a rich, natural sweetness and help create a silky texture. Be sure to use pitted dates—if yours still contain pits, slice and remove them before blending to avoid damaging your blender or ending up with fragments in the drink.
You can use any blender you have on hand; a small personal blender like a NutriBullet works especially well for single servings and quick cleanup.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Easy to Make
Smoothies are one of the simplest, most versatile breakfasts to prepare. They’re quick, nutrient-dense, and easily customized—swap in different frozen fruits to vary the flavor, or adjust the yogurt and milk to control creaminess and calories.
Top Tips and FAQ
Fresh spinach yields the best texture and flavor in this sweet green smoothie. Frozen spinach can be used in a pinch, but it may add extra water and change the texture.
Yes—kale or chard work fine. Spinach is preferred for its mild flavor and softer texture, which blend more smoothly.
Most frozen or fresh fruits are great alternatives. Note that brightly colored fruits like berries may alter the final color and slightly change the flavor profile.
Blender Tip
Keep your blender on the countertop for convenience. Having it easily accessible makes it effortless to toss in ingredients, blend, and enjoy without digging through cabinets.
More Veggie-Packed Recipes
Spinach is the star here, but if you enjoy veggie-forward meals, try other recipes that highlight fresh produce for balanced, flavorful dishes.
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- Lucky Black-Eyed Pea Salad
- Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
- Crunchy Cole Slaw
Recipe
Sweet Green Smoothie
Equipment
- Blender or Nutribullet
Ingredients
- ½ banana (the riper the better)
- 3 pitted dates
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- ½ cup non-fat Greek yogurt
- 3 slices frozen peaches
- ½ cup 2% milk
- 4 ice cubes
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a NutriBullet cup or blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, pausing to scrape down sides if needed.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Confirm the dates are pitted before blending. If you find a pit, slice the date and remove it. Serve this smoothie alongside savory breakfast dishes for a balanced start to the day.
Nutrition
Please note: nutrition details are estimated and intended as a rough guide.