Try a green grape smoothie for a bright snack full of fresh produce. This citrusy creation is definitely a kid-friendly recipe that I also enjoy.

Green Grape smoothie recipe

Grape smoothies are a staple at my house, whenever the grapes don’t get eaten right after bringing them home! This green grape smoothie recipe is brightly delicious, and loved by young and old smoothie drinkers alike. So read on, or skip ahead to start blending right away (no judgement!).

Table of Contents
  1. Green Smoothies vs Green Juice
  2. How to Make an Affordable Grape Smoothie
  3. Delicious Grape Smoothie Recipes
  4. Green Grape Smoothie Recipe
Smoothie prep for a green grape smoothie in a mason jar

Green Smoothies vs Green Juice

When it comes to drinking your greens, there are two general ways to do it. Let’s break it down, so to explain why I like blending leafy green smoothies like this grape smoothie, rather than juicing.

Juicing fruits + veggies

Juicing greens gives you a concentrated small amount of liquid. The nutrients can be easily absorbed into your blood stream and benefit your body. Juicing doesn’t contain fiber, which helps your digestive system work properly, curb blood sugar spikes and keeps you full longer.

I definitely lean towards #teamsmoothie, yet I do think juicing has its benefits. I talk more about this on my podcast interview with Wellness Mama.

Blending green smoothies

Blending your greens creates a larger amount of liquid than juicing. It’s thicker due to the fiber retained in the greens. This slows down the speed at which the sugars and nutrients enter your body, as well as helps you stay full longer. Lots of fruit and veggies also have nutritional value in the skin, which can get lost in juicing (like the pith in the orange of this grape smoothie). Finally, juicing takes a LOT more produce than blending, which makes it more expensive.

raw ingredients needed to make a grape smoothie

How to Make an Affordable Grape Smoothie

This green grape smoothie recipe is a hit in our house. We love how easy it is to find the ingredients for this smoothie at the local grocery store. And they’re also affordable! That’s the key to making this a healthy habit for life— use ingredients you can always find and always afford.

It’s definitely okay to skip all the fancy potions and powders that people recommend you add to your smoothie. For this amazing recipe, all you need is:

  • baby spinach (I prefer organic because it’s on the EWG’s dirty dozen list)
  • green grapes (be sure to check for seeds before blending)
  • pineapple (I use frozen pineapple to chill the smoothie and save me time chopping it up)
  • oranges (naval oranges are so flavorful and juicy!)
Green grape Smoothie in a vitamix container

Delicious Grape Smoothie Recipes

Grapes are sometimes an overlooked smoothie ingredient, yet they add some delicious flavor (and nutrients!). Check out these other great grape smoothie recipes:

I’d love it if you made this green smoothie, then left a rating + comment below. I always want to know what you think of these smoothie recipes, and what you add to them to make them your own. Happy blending!

Green Grape smoothie recipe
4.73 from 293 votes

Green Grape Smoothie

This dreamy green grape smoothie has a nice vitamin c boost from the refreshing orange flavors.
Prep: 5 minutes
Total: 5 minutes
Author: Jen Hansard
Course: Smoothie
Cuisine: Plant-Based
Serves: 1

Ingredients  

  • 1 cup spinach
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ orange peeled
  • ½ cup grapes
  • ½ cup pineapple frozen
  • 1 serving homemade protein powder optional

Instructions 

  • Blend spinach, water orange until smooth.
  • Add remaining fruit and blend again.

Notes

  • If you like it thicker, use less water (like 1/4 cup)
  • Use green or red grapes, whichever you prefer (green are a bit more tart).
  • Swap spinach with the leafy greens of your choice.
  • Use at least 1 frozen fruit for a refreshingly cool smoothie.

Nutrition

Calories: 131kcal, Carbohydrates: 33g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 32mg, Potassium: 520mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 26g, Vitamin A: 3058IU, Vitamin C: 85mg, Calcium: 78mg, Iron: 1mg
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  1. 5 stars
    So yummy and refreshing! I added kale to this one and feel like it’s a perfect balance of flavors!!

  2. 5 stars
    This one was great! I used a whole orange instead of half though and added dried nettle to it. Yum!

  3. 5 stars
    I’m an at home Mom, sort of, my 2 boys are now in College, so for most of the year they are away. My husband goes to work and I’m here by myself. When I’m not cooking for the family, breakfast is kind of boring. Then I came across this challenge, I said why not, so off I went. Let me tell you I love it. I’m getting my spinach and sometime carrot plus my fruits for the day. Through everything into my Vitamix blender and done. I drink my smoothie while reading my emails. I’m ready to tackle the rest of my day. Great Job. Keep up the good work.

  4. 5 stars
    I omitted the grapes still liked the citrusy burst of flavour. Will use another kiwi next time as a replacement.

  5. 4 stars
    Was great, delicious and refreshing, loved the citrus nature of it, thanks
    The 10 days were great! Thanks

  6. 4 stars
    Good. Not as creamy, maybe needs an avocado? Or freeze the grapes next time? I used the anti inflammatory boosters and less pineapple. Very good. Just a hint of ginger/turmeric.

  7. 5 stars
    I tried 10- day smoothie challenge . Every smoothie has a different flavor , we enjoyed it . This one is too amazing with grapes and pineapple. Thanks for the yummiest smoothie recipe .

  8. 5 stars
    Excellent smoothie. Sad its the last one. All these smoothies were good. Nice and healthly way to start off the new year!

  9. 5 stars
    Loved all of them!!! Thank you for the challenge and my family will be continuing making them. I’ve been making 3 every morning.

  10. 5 stars
    Day ten smoothie challenge . The combination on the ingredients is so well paired , I loved the taste!

  11. 5 stars
    This smoothie was light and fruity. I would recommend it to anyone who is new to green smoothies. I made a modification due to allergy issues and it still worked out well. I’m grateful for this recipes. They’re spot on!

  12. 5 stars
    Very tasty. I did use (organic) soy milk and added oats and chia seeds to help improve my cholesterol levels.

  13. 5 stars
    Love It! Grapes, pineapple and spinach are 3 of my fav ingredients in a smoothie. Thanks for the great recipes!