Cranberry Spinach Smoothie
Servings: 1
This cranberry spinach smoothie balances tart cranberries and a whole juicy orange with sweet frozen banana. The spinach blends in without a trace, and it is a smart way to use up extra cranberries in just 5 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup spinach
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup cranberries
- 1 orange peeled
- ½ banana frozen
Instructions
- Pour the water into a blender. Add the spinach and blend until smooth.
- Add the cranberries, orange and banana. Blend on high until smooth, 45 to 60 seconds, adding a splash more liquid if it's too thick. Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Notes
- Cranberry Tip: Fresh or frozen cranberries both work; frozen make the smoothie colder and thicker. Cranberries are tart, so add the other half of the banana if you want it sweeter.
- Greens Swap: Baby kale, romaine or any mild leafy green can replace the spinach.
- Protein Boost: Add a serving of protein powder, such as my homemade protein powder, to make it more filling.
- Storing: Best fresh, but it keeps in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Shake before drinking.
Nutrition
Serving: 16oz, Calories: 144kcal, Carbohydrates: 36g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 37mg, Potassium: 658mg, Fiber: 8g, Sugar: 22g, Vitamin A: 3176IU, Vitamin C: 90mg, Calcium: 96mg, Iron: 1mg
