Revitalizing Greek Smoothie

Revitalizing Greek Smoothie

Discover the Revitalizing Greek Smoothie recipe, perfect for a healthy and energizing breakfast or snack on a Paleo diet.

Time: Prep: 10 minutes - Cook: None - Total: 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean

Allergens

Nuts (Almonds)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber, peeled and chopped
  • 1 medium lemon, juiced
  • 1 medium orange, peeled and segmented
  • 1/4 cup almonds, soaked for at least 8 hours or overnight
  • 1 tablespoon extra
  • virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Ice cubes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Add spinach leaves to a blender and blend until smooth.
  2. Add Greek yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, orange segments, soaked almonds, extra virgin olive oil, and honey to the blender with the spinach.
  3. Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, adding ice cubes if desired for a thicker consistency.
  4. Pour into two glasses and enjoy immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of flavors and textures in this smoothie provides the perfect balance of nutrition and taste to fuel your day.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the sweetness of this smoothie by adding more or less honey.

Cultural or Historical Background

Greek cuisine often uses fresh ingredients like spinach, cucumber, and lemon, reflecting the Mediterranean climate and lifestyle.