5-Minute Spinach Banana & Ginger Smoothie

5 from 4 reader reviews

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings

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Ingredients

1 cup orange juice
squeeze of lemon juice
2- inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon vanilla
pinch sea salt
pinch cayenne (optional)
2 cups baby spinach
1 ripe banana, preferably frozen

Instructions

In an upright blender, combine the orange juice, lemon juice, ginger, protein powder, cinnamon, vanilla, salt, cayenne, baby spinach, and the frozen banana. Bring the blender’s speed up to high and run until liquid is completely smooth. Enjoy immediately.

Equipment

Blender

Recipe Notes

Because I call for 2 packed cups, super mild baby spinach is my preferred green for this smoothie.
You could substitute the banana with a handful of frozen pineapple or mango, or even some frozen avocado if you want to bring the sugar down a bit.

Take your morning smoothie routine to new heights with this vibrant and refreshing spinach banana green smoothie. Filled with greens, cinnamon, and fresh ginger, this vegan smoothie takes just 5 minutes to make!

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