Refreshing Blueberry Spinach Smoothie (With Banana and Mint)

Last updated: September 1, 2023

A recipe for a refreshing blueberry spinach smoothie with all the right flavors and nutrients, perfect for in the morning or afternoon when you need an energy boost.

I don’t know about you, but I love drinking a smoothie in the morning, either with or without a cup of coffee. A freshly made smoothie gives me the energy I need to prepare for the day.

One of those smoothies I love drinking in the morning with breakfast is this refreshing and tasty blueberry spinach smoothie.

Please find the printable version of this recipe further below.

The number one ingredient in this smoothie is, of course, blueberries, with spinach being a close second.

I also add a banana (my second-most favorite smoothie ingredient) for a bit more sweetness.

Smoothie Add-Ons

As you can see, there are a few optional ingredients that you can experiment with to add more nutrients to an otherwise already nutritious drink.

Whenever I prepare a smoothie, I always consider adding extra ingredients to maximize the nutritional value of the smoothie without sacrificing the taste too much.

Some of my favorite smoothie add-on ingredients are ginger, lemon, mint, and chia seeds. Experimenting with these extra ingredients is important because they can significantly impact flavor and texture.

In this particular blueberry spinach smoothie recipe, I do like to add a bit of ginger, lemon, and mint, to create that extra zing, while also enjoying the powerful health benefits they offer.

But it’s important not to add too much; otherwise, the smoothie will lose the flavors of its core ingredients, blueberry and spinach.

If you need a bit of a push in the morning to get you energized and ready for the day, then this blueberry spinach smoothie is yours to try.

The idea behind this smoothie recipe is to make the most of the nutritional benefits that blueberries offer.

And because they also taste delicious, they always work really well in smoothies when mixed with other fruits and vegetables.

Blueberries are particularly rich in anthocyanin, a flavonoid with potent antioxidant capacity which can help us protect against age-related illnesses.

While this smoothie will taste great at any time of day, I particularly love drinking it first thing in the morning. It’s just delicious, and it gives me the energy I need.

Yes, I do absolutely love my good-old coffee in the morning, but this smoothie with all the right flavors and nutrients is an excellent substitute!

Check out some of my other favorite breakfast smoothies.

Check out my list of best blenders for smoothies for some great options.

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Refreshing Blueberry Spinach Smoothie

Prep Time

5 mins

Total Time

5 mins

 

A recipe for a refreshing blueberry spinach smoothie with all the right flavors and nutrients, perfect for in the morning or afternoon when you need an energy boost.

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: International

Servings: 2

Author: Donna Harrison

Ingredients

• 1 large cup fresh or frozen blueberries
• 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
• 1 large banana
• 1 leaf fresh mint (optional)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
• 1 tbsp fresh minced ginger (optional)
• 1 tbsp flax seeds (optional)
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup ice cubes

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to the blender in this order: banana, blueberries, spinach, mint (optional), ginger (optional), water and ice cubes.

2. Blend at high speed for 30 seconds, followed by 30 seconds at low speed.

3. Pour into a glass and sprinkle the flax seeds on top.