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Energizing Citrus Spinach Protein Smoothie

Find a delicious and rejuvenating gluten-free smoothie recipe packed with vitamins and nutrients for an energy boost.

πŸ•’ Prep: 5 minutes - Cook: N/A - Total: 5 minutes
🍽 Servings: 1
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Easy
🌎 Cuisine: American

Allergens

None, unless using a plant-based protein powder with allergens

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh baby spinach leaves
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1/2 cup fresh pineapple chunks
  • 1 scoop vanilla plant
  • based protein powder (gluten
  • free)
  • 1 cup almond milk
  • Ice cubes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Add spinach leaves, orange juice, pineapple chunks, and plant based protein powder to a blender.
  2. Pour in almond milk and blend until smooth.
  3. If desired, add ice cubes for a thicker and colder texture. Blend again until combined.
  4. Pour the energizing citrus spinach protein smoothie into a glass and enjoy!

Chef’s Insight

Choose organic ingredients when possible to maximize the health benefits of this smoothie.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the liquid amounts for your desired consistency.

Cultural or Historical Background

Smoothies have been a popular healthy snack option in the United States since the 1960s.