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How to Make a Perfect Green Smoothie

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There are so many ways to make a delicious (and healthy!) green smoothie recipe — but did you know that you can combine almost any leafy greens and fruit with one basic formula?

Today I’m sharing some words of wisdom by fellow (real) foodie Jen Hansard, who co-founded the website Simple Green Smoothies, plus some additional green smoothie recipes and tips for you to try!

Table of Contents

  • Why I Love This Simple Green Smoothie Recipe
  • Guest Post: How to Make a Simple Green Smoothie
  • 5 Green Smoothie Tips to Get You Started
    • 1. Follow the 60/40 formula.
    • 2. Blend in stages to avoid leafy chunks.
    • 3. Ditch the ice and freeze some fruits.
    • 4. Use raw natural sweeteners.
    • 5. Make smoothies ahead for the perfect fast food.
    • Try a 10 Day Green Smoothie Challenge
  • Easy 3 Ingredients for a Green Smoothie
    • 1) Leafy Greens
    • 2) Fresh or Frozen Fruit
    • 3) Water or Other Liquid
  • This Green Smoothie Recipe with Spinach, Pineapple, Banana, and Mango Is Perfect for Beginners
  • More Easy Recipes for Homemade Green Smoothies
  • FAQs for a Perfect Green Smoothie

Why I Love This Simple Green Smoothie Recipe

Not only does Jen have some great tips for green smoothie beginners, but she is also sharing her magic formula for fruit and vegetable ratios so you can change the recipe to suit your taste, dietary needs, or whatever you have on hand.

This green smoothie recipe is perfect as a homemade healthy snack, quick “fast-food” meal, or even as a way to cool off on a hot day. 

Guest Post: How to Make a Simple Green Smoothie

by Jen Hansard


green smoothie in jar with ingredients

We have a super simple and healthy recipe we’ve been itchin’ to share with you!!! As a crazy-busy passionate mom, I’ve been known to fuel my body with processed junk. Like those days when we found ourselves at Starbucks twice in one day…or driving through Taco Bell for dinner (again).

I was starved for time, low on energy and just….overwhelmed.

Can you relate?


Well, I discovered something that quickly changed our lives— green smoothies. This blended drink of fresh fruits and dark leafy greens gave us energy, a fast healthy meal, and transformed our bodies from the inside out.

No joke. And we made this healthy habit really stick for the past 2 ½ years... and going strong. Now we have over 500,000 people from all around the world hooked on the green smoothie lifestyle too. I hope you’ll join us!

5 Green Smoothie Tips to Get You Started

Before we share our most popular green smoothie recipe, we need to welcome you into the world of green smoothies with a few important tips...
 

1. Follow the 60/40 formula.

When you’re making your first few green smoothies, don't just throw things in the blender. Chances are, it’ll taste nasty if you wing it right out of the gate. To save you a few smoothie-fails, bust out those cute lil’ measuring cups and follow this simple formula: 60% fruits to 40% leafy greens.

Go to recipe formula for a perfect green smoothie time, plus ideas for smoothie ingredients.

2. Blend in stages to avoid leafy chunks.

Chewing your green smoothie is no fun!  To get a "smooth" green smoothie experience, blend up your leafy greens and liquid-base first. Then add your remaining fruits and blend again.

3. Ditch the ice and freeze some fruits.

Want your green smoothie to be extra chilly? Freeze your favorite fruits like ripe bananas (peel first), grapes, pineapple or berries. This is also a great way to not waste ripe fruits (like those brown bananas on your counter). You can also freeze your leafy greens in a freezer-safe bag. Just make sure to add your frozen greens straight to the blender (don’t defrost these fragile lil’ guys).

4. Use raw natural sweeteners.

Add naturally sweet fruits to any smoothie that tastes bitter or a bit too “green.” By sticking with naturally sweet fruits like bananas, mango, apples, pears, or pitted dates, we avoid artificial sweeteners and processed sugars.

5. Make smoothies ahead for the perfect fast food.

We know life can get crazy busy— especially in the morning. That’s why we think green smoothies are the healthiest fast food for people who are constantly on the go.

You can blend your green smoothie the night before and store it in your fridge (up to 2 days). Use an airtight lid to limit oxidation and keep it as fresh as possible. When ready to drink, give it a good shake before you open.

If you follow these five green smoothie tips, we pinkie promise your green smoothies will be love at first sip!

Now, here’s a favorite recipe we make for friends and family who’ve never tried a green smoothie before...

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beginners luck green smoothie recipe

Perfect Green Smoothie

This tropical treat has the perfect fruit-to-veggie ratio, which makes it a great beginner-friendly green smoothie. The spinach has a mild taste and is packed with over 20 different nutrients, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and high-quality amino acids. It’s rawesome stuff! Oh, and this recipe is kid-tested and approved too:) Our friend Jen Hansard, co-founder of Simple Green Smoothies, shares her perfect formula in this guest post.
38 Reviews / 5 Average
Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
Total Time: 5 minutes mins
Course: Breakfast, Smoothies & Drinks, Snacks & Appetizers, Treats
Cuisine: American
Method: Freezer Friendly
Diet: Dairy Free, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Peanut/Tree Nut-Free, Vegetarian
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Servings: 2 glasses
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups spinach
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup mango
  • 1 cup pineapple
  • 2 bananas (Use at least one frozen fruit to chill your smoothie. We often use frozen mangos and bananas our green smoothies.)

Instructions
 

  • Tightly pack 2 cups of leafy greens in a measuring cup and then toss into a blender.
  • Add water and blend together until all leafy chunks are gone.
  • Add mango, pineapple and bananas and blend again until smooth.
  • Pour into a mason jar (or cute cup of your choice).
  • Gulp or sip like a rawkstar!

Notes

PSSST! Got an allergy to mango or pineapple, or not a big fan of bananas? You can substitute any fruit with another fruit with a one-to-one ratio.
Also don't miss our Simple Green Smoothie book!
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Perfect Green Smoothie
Amount Per Serving
Calories 203 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 39mg2%
Potassium 818mg23%
Carbohydrates 51g17%
Fiber 6g25%
Sugar 34g38%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 3830IU77%
Vitamin C 88.2mg107%
Calcium 63mg6%
Iron 1.5mg8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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If you made this recipe or have a favorite of your own, we’d love to hear about it in the comments below (we’ll read every one).

Try a 10 Day Green Smoothie Challenge

If you want more recipes, green smoothie tips, and a 10-day challenge to kickstart your smoothie habit, check out our Simple Green Smoothies book! You'll get tasty plant-based smoothie recipes, shopping list and community support. #kaleyeah

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Lisa here again! Here are some more green smoothie recipes to try :)

Easy 3 Ingredients for a Green Smoothie

Green Smoothie Challenge on 100 Days of #RealFood

The basic smoothie recipe only has three ingredients — so easy! You just combine your favorite leafy green vegetable, fresh or frozen fruit, and a liquid (to help it blend). 

You can also include other healthy ingredients such as chia seeds, coconut oil, peanut or almond butter, hemp seeds, flax, cocoa (for a chocolate smoothie), cinnamon, acai powder, or even protein powder in your smoothie for extra benefits or flavor.

1) Leafy Greens

Almost all leafy green vegetables (that are not lettuce) are perfect smoothie ingredients. I love pulling mine from the garden or grabbing in-season vegetables at the farmer’s market. You can use a single ingredient, or combine more than one leafy green veggie; just make sure it equals two cups.

Spinach, which is what this recipe calls for, is probably the most popular leafy green for smoothies. Mainly because it’s inexpensive, freezes easily, and has a mild taste. 

Kale is also commonly found in smoothies, some might think it has a bitter taste, but it’s definitely one of the healthiest options.

fresh kale in plastic bags from the farmers market.

Besides spinach and kale, you can also add bok choy, swiss chard, collards (also known as collard greens), and even dandelion greens! 

2) Fresh or Frozen Fruit

This is where you get the most of your sweetener and flavor, so it’s important to use fruit that you like. Just like with the greens, almost anything goes when it comes to adding fruit to your smoothie — and you can use any combination, as long as it equals 3 cups.

If you’re making the green smoothie recipe below you’ll need a cup of mango, a cup of pineapple, and two bananas. 

Tip: Use frozen fruit to make a cold smoothie. You can freeze one of the bananas, and/or use frozen mango instead of fresh. To save time and money, you can also make green smoothies with fruit that is only frozen.

For a sweeter smoothie, use ripe (or even overripe) fruit that has strong flavors such as banana, mango, berries, orange, and pineapple. If you prefer a more “green” taste, stick to milder fruit such as pear, apple, and avocado.

Of course, that all depends on your own preferences and taste; you may need to experiment with different combinations to get it just right.

Sheet pan of frozen strawberry halves.
Frozen strawberries

3) Water or Other Liquid

Last, but definitely not least, is water. You can use plain water, or try coconut water, coconut milk, almond milk, or any other liquid base of your choice.

Like with the other green smoothie ingredients, you can also use a combination of liquids as long as it totals two cups.

If you're really into smoothies and would like a copy of the 5 best smoothie recipes here on 100 Days of Real Food, you can grab it from our Free Membership Area (under the "recipes" section)!

- Lisa Leake

This Green Smoothie Recipe with Spinach, Pineapple, Banana, and Mango Is Perfect for Beginners

Two green smoothies in clear drinking glasses with a green and white striped straw.

Calling this a “spinach, pineapple, banana, mango green smoothie” sure is a mouthful, so I prefer to say “perfect beginner smoothie” instead. Which is exactly what I love about this recipe; it’s the ideal combination for beginners.

When we started our real food challenge, cutting out sweet treats (and training our taste buds) was one of the hardest parts. If you’re not used to eating a lot of leafy green vegetables, and tend to gravitate towards sugary drinks, you might not like the taste of green smoothies at first.

I didn't want to share some recipe that you’d have to choke down — real food should taste good! And I find that this recipe in particular, which includes mild-flavored spinach as the leafy green and deliciously sweet fruit like mango, pineapple, and ripe bananas is a delicious start to get anyone (including kids!) loving green smoothies.

More Easy Recipes for Homemade Green Smoothies

If you liked this green smoothie recipe, but aren’t quite ready to make your own flavor combinations, you can try some of these options.

First, if you want a tasty treat for fall, try this Pumpkin Pie Green Smoothie that my kids love. Or, if you’d prefer something more refreshing, you have to try this Peachy Pineapple Green Smoothie. Finally, check out my Pina Colada Green Smoothie for a tasty vacation-inspired treat. 

You can also check out some more delicious green smoothie variations using the 60/40 formula (or only a few extra ingredients) below. 

Glowing Green Smoothie

The Glowing Green Smoothie was actually created by Kimberly Snyder as a healthy breakfast idea. I simplified her recipe and adjusted the measurements to (mostly) fit with our simple green smoothie ratios. 

Ingredients for a Glowing Green Smoothie:

  • 2 cups baby spinach (packed)
  • 1-2 celery stalks
  • 2 cups water
  • Whole apple, cored and halved
  • Whole pear, cored and halved
  • 1 banana
  • ¼ of a lemon, peeled

Island Green Tropical Smoothie

An Island Green Tropical Smoothie is another sweet and delicious smoothie variation. It’s identical to the basic beginner smoothie with greens that Jen shared, but with one difference: you use coconut water instead of regular water.

The coconut water adds an extra tropical flavor and sweetness; give it a try!

Monster Green Smoothie (High Protein)

This Monster Green Smoothie is really good, especially if you’re looking for an easy breakfast smoothie or healthy post-workout snack. 

Monster Green Smoothie Ingredients:

  • 2 cups spinach
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • ½ cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
  • 1 cup chopped mango
  • 1 avocado, peeled with pit removed
  • 2 bananas

If this recipe comes out too thick add more milk to the blender until you reach your desired consistency. You can also add chia seeds for additional protein.

FAQs for a Perfect Green Smoothie

Can you make green smoothies with frozen spinach?

This is a common question because frozen spinach tends to be packed more densely than fresh spinach. The simple answer is yes, green smoothies can be made with frozen spinach and substituted at about a 1:6 ratio. So if your smoothie calls for 2 cups of fresh spinach, use about ⅓ cup frozen instead.

Don’t defrost frozen spinach that you use for smoothies; instead toss it right into the blender. You can buy frozen spinach in a bag or freeze your own in ice cube trays for ease of use.

How can I make my green smoothies sweet?

First, make sure you’re measuring your ingredients correctly. Fruit can sometimes be difficult to measure, especially if you’re working with large pieces.

Second, I suggest using fruit that’s as ripe as possible. For bananas, that usually means once they’re browning.

Third, consider using milder leafy greens. Spinach is usually on the sweeter side, but if you don’t like the taste try substituting with romaine lettuce instead.

Finally, if you still find your smoothie on the bitter side you can adjust the fruit and veggie ratios so there’s a little more fruit and fewer greens.

When is the best time to drink a green smoothie?

Anytime! Although a lot of people swear by drinking them in the morning, you’ll benefit from drinking smoothies at any time during the day. 

A lot of people like to drink green smoothies in the morning as a breakfast alternative, which is great if you’re busy and would normally turn to a less-healthy option. Green smoothies are also fantastic pre or post workout drinks!

Are green smoothies healthy? 

Like with anything, health is relative, but green smoothies can definitely be a healthy part of your day. I believe healthy foods include real food ingredients and this green smoothie recipe is made with 100% real food. 

One thing I love about green smoothies is that you can adjust the recipe for your dietary needs or to avoid allergens.

What is the difference between a green smoothie and green juice?

Green juice is made by extracting the liquid (juice) of several ingredients using a juicer — removing most of the fiber in the process — whereas green smoothies are made by combining whole ingredients, plus water, in a blender.

While they can have the same ingredients added to them, green juice and green smoothies are two different things and have different levels of nutrients.

How can I make a thick smoothie?

I usually just add additional ingredients such as a handful or two of spinach or another banana if I want to make a thicker smoothie. You can also add greek yogurt to thicken a smoothie, if you like.

If your smoothies are consistently turning out too thin, reduce the amount of liquid in your recipe.

What is the best blender for making smoothies?

Honestly, it’s all about personal preference and your budget. Blendtec and Vitamix blenders are both great options, especially if you want a multi-purpose appliance that will thoroughly blend your smoothies.

How can I make a smoothie without a blender?

It’s tough, if not impossible, to get perfect smoothies without a blender but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a smoothie when there’s no blender available. To make a smoothie without a blender: cut the recipe in half and add all ingredients, plus two ice cubes, to any cup or jar with a lid, then shake vigorously.

Blender containers made for protein powder work especially well as blender alternatives if you want smoothies on the go.

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About Jen Hansard

Author of the Simple Green Smoothies blogand cookbook and newly released Simple Green Meals cookbook.

Comments

  1. fbfitness says

    May 02, 2023 at 1:09 am

    I love smoothies a lot because they keep us so fresh and energetic.

    Reply
  2. Radhika says

    November 01, 2022 at 10:42 am

    I have been trying to switch to a healthy smoothie alternative for my breakfast (coz indian breakfast is usually a bit heavier ) and thanks to this blog , I found the best recipe ...however if there was a different alternative to mango , please let me know , I would be really thankful

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      November 04, 2022 at 10:22 am

      Hi, you could probably use peach as an alternative to the mango for the smoothie recipe. - Nicole

      Reply
  3. Mody says

    October 03, 2022 at 2:45 pm

    The darndest thing. I developed kidney stones and spinach is now devastatingly verboten. Can I substitute kale everywhere?

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      October 05, 2022 at 10:26 am

      Yes, kale is a great substitute. - Nicole

      Reply
  4. Lana says

    July 22, 2022 at 2:29 am

    This looks yum! I use to make a green smoothie very similar to this but I added spirlina tablets too.
    I use to struggle getting a good consistency though, it was quite often too thin due to too much spinach, and not eniugh fruit.

    Reply
  5. Tyson says

    July 20, 2022 at 2:50 am

    5 stars
    It was great with the water taste delicious!!
    I was just curious.

    Reply
  6. Tyson says

    July 19, 2022 at 11:44 pm

    What was the reasoning behind using water vs a almond or coconut milk? Health reason? I’m just asking cause I was thinking about subbing the water but I hate to mess up a perfect recipe

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      July 20, 2022 at 2:25 pm

      Using coconut milk or almond milk will change the flavor and consistency of your smoothie, as well as add calories. - Nicole

      Reply
  7. Virginia says

    September 22, 2021 at 12:20 pm

    I did try this recipe. It is good! I added 1 scoop of Gold Standard Protein powder because I'm trying to up my protein consumption.

    Reply
  8. Chloe R says

    February 18, 2021 at 12:53 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you so much for posting this! Measuring everything out and blending the greens first has been a game changer. No more nasty green foam on top of my smoothies!

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      February 19, 2021 at 9:06 am

      Glad to hear it helped! - Nicole

      Reply
  9. Julie says

    February 03, 2021 at 1:45 pm

    I used Almond milk for the liquid, added peeled apple, used frozen mango and pineapple, and also added a scoop of vanilla greek yogurt for protein and probiotics and this is absolutely delicious! Will make it regularly.

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      February 05, 2021 at 8:47 am

      That sounds delicious! - Nicole

      Reply
    • anthony says

      February 16, 2021 at 6:55 am

      which green leaf did u add?

      Reply
  10. Gavino says

    January 26, 2021 at 4:02 pm

    What's the sugar content of this recipe? Type 2 diabetic asking :)

    And ... is there an alternative to lowering sugars? I'm guessing less pineapple and mango?

    Thank you

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      January 27, 2021 at 9:09 am

      Hi, This recipe has 34 grams of sugar. Adding less pineapple would lower the sugar content. - Nicole

      Reply
    • Anthony Joseph says

      February 16, 2021 at 7:02 am

      Gavino
      if you are type 2. Half Fruit (Pears or Apple) If you have thyroid issues avoid pears.
      Add half cup green. (Spinach, Kale, Lettuce) Little bit of curry leaves and Basil leaves or mint leaves, Flax seeds (1 spoon), Black pepper powder (1/4) tea spoon, cinnamon powder (1/4) teas poon & Turmeric (1/4) teaspoon. Black salt to taste and some drop of lemon. Blend well and enjoy. Have it in the morning 1 hr before breakfast and in the evening before 5 pm. Hope all other parameters are good.

      Reply
  11. Alica Curry says

    December 08, 2020 at 6:16 am

    Can this be accomplished with frozen spinach?

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      December 09, 2020 at 9:14 am

      Yes! Just make sure you toss them straight into the blender, no defrosting. - Nicole

      Reply
  12. Geo says

    November 06, 2020 at 5:16 am

    Sorry if this is a stupid question, but does anyone know exactly how many servings of your 5 a day one smoothie would be? Thanks! :)

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      January 24, 2021 at 9:33 pm

      Gia, I would expect that you measure each ingredient and what you do with it after that, you are still getting that amount.It may not measure exactly the same, but what they measured in natural state is what you're getting nutritionally.

      Reply
  13. Morgan says

    November 03, 2020 at 10:06 am

    5 stars
    Love! I used arugula & spinach, and substituted strawberries for pineapple (frozen). So yummy!

    Reply
  14. Brendon says

    August 30, 2020 at 12:05 pm

    5 stars
    SO DELICIOUS! This is such a great recipe!

    Reply
  15. Will says

    August 30, 2020 at 3:44 am

    5 stars
    A super simple and healthy recipe!!!!

    Reply
  16. Gia says

    August 28, 2020 at 2:05 pm

    Can I use ice instead of Water???

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      September 01, 2020 at 4:00 pm

      Hi Gia, in order to get a smooth consistency, we recommend using a liquid of your choice. You can still add ice cubes with it. - Nicole

      Reply
  17. Dawn says

    August 12, 2020 at 3:34 pm

    5 stars
    This was the first green smoothie I ever made. It was fantastic! If they all taste this good, I am a new smoothie lover for life. I used baby spinach and all my fruits were frozen.

    Reply
  18. Lisa Packard says

    August 10, 2020 at 11:37 am

    I can't eat bananas what should take its place?

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      August 11, 2020 at 10:09 am

      Avocado would be a good sub. but you can really make green smoothies fit your liking by using Jen's formula shown in the post. - Nicole

      Reply
  19. SD says

    July 02, 2020 at 11:07 am

    Can you just use frozen fruits from the freezer section ? orcan you only use fresh fruit that you freeze yourself?

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      July 03, 2020 at 11:41 am

      You can use both. I like to freeze my bananas when I have a few on the counter that are about to go bad. You can even freeze leafy greens (just don't defrost those, make sure they go straight into the blender). - Nicole

      Reply
      • Sharyn says

        August 29, 2020 at 7:39 pm

        I made a smoothie from formula 2 cups spinach 2 cups berries 1 banana and 2 cups almond milk as recipe. It wasnt one bit green. Your pictures show it so green. How do you get it so green and 3 cups of fruit is a lot of sugar although its natural. Do you have any pure vegetable smoothies.

  20. Dee says

    June 06, 2020 at 11:22 pm

    Latasha, I freeze everything, add my water to it in the morning, blend, and go.

    Reply
  21. Latasha Johnson says

    May 30, 2020 at 5:40 am

    Can you freeze everything in a ziplock baggy like meal prepping?? So you can just grab, freeze and go..

    Reply
  22. lina lora says

    May 27, 2020 at 1:31 pm

    Hi! I was wondering if I could use an extra serving of spinach so that it has more nutrients and less sugar from the fruits. Also . I was wondering if baby spinach can be used instead of regular spinach ?

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      May 28, 2020 at 9:28 am

      Hi Lina, the best part of smoothies is that you can really make them your own. I use baby spinach all the time in mine since I dual purpose it for salads. Adding an extra serving of spinach will also be fine. - Nicole

      Reply
  23. Prisca says

    May 23, 2020 at 1:22 am

    If I want to add flax seeds, what would’ve the recommended measurement for a batch of 2 cups?

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      May 26, 2020 at 9:36 am

      1-2 tablespoons should be fine. - Nicole

      Reply
  24. Dawn says

    May 22, 2020 at 10:33 pm

    How long does the smoothie for? Is it something I can make and then use for meal prep for the next two days?

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      May 26, 2020 at 9:36 am

      You can blend your green smoothie the night before and store it in your fridge (up to 2 days). Use an airtight lid to limit oxidation and keep it as fresh as possible. When ready to drink, give it a good shake before you open. - Nicole

      Reply
  25. Roses says

    May 21, 2020 at 9:39 pm

    This recipe is the best for hot summer. I love it. Thanks you!

    Reply
    • Kim says

      June 29, 2020 at 8:17 pm

      Jen Hansard;
      Hi,this is the first time that I visited your awesome website and I would like to make your green smoothie,I am going to copy your green fruit smoothie but the only blender that I have at home is a black magic blender for one person.How can I fit your green smoothie in my blender?I am not new to smoothies and I make healthy diabetic friendly smoothies at home that I have been making in my blender since January 2012 when I found that I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
      I have to watch my calory and sugar intake to control my blood sugar.The dietition told me that blending greens with fruit is a very good start to control my blood sugar.
      I try to eat a healthy on a limited monthly income which is hard on me to keep up eating a healthy with all those sweets and other temptations out there in alberta canada.But I am willing and eager to try your green smoothie recipe.
      I would really appreciate a reply asap.
      Kim in edmonton alberta canada

      Reply
  26. Jacqueline Tyus says

    April 25, 2020 at 12:46 pm

    Hello I made one of your green smoothies for me and my husband this morning for breakfast and it was delicious!. We've been trying to do better health wise. Thank you for these recipes.

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      April 27, 2020 at 2:04 pm

      Hi Jacqueline! So glad to hear you both enjoyed it. Keep up the good work. - Nicole

      Reply
  27. 100 Days Admin says

    March 25, 2020 at 7:26 pm

    This recipe isn't necessarily for any specific diet/workout regimen.

    Reply
  28. Danielle E Clegg says

    July 30, 2019 at 9:14 pm

    Is there any good reason you can’t just add organic baby food to your smoothies instead of blending up your greens ?

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      August 01, 2019 at 3:14 pm

      Hi Danielle,
      While I haven't done much research on this, I have found many sites that have used baby food. Not sure if the consistency will change or not, but if you give it a try, let us know! If it works, it might be a good idea for any leftover baby food! :) - Nicole

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  29. Eileen says

    June 09, 2019 at 7:07 pm

    I am going to try this and would like to add chia seeds, what's the recommended measurement for this recipe??

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    • 100 Days Admin says

      June 21, 2019 at 9:48 am

      You could use 1-2 tbsp. - Nicole

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  30. Lesley says

    March 02, 2019 at 9:48 am

    5 stars
    This tastes really good! Thanks for the recipe!

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  31. [email protected] says

    January 12, 2019 at 11:12 pm

    5 stars
    I'm glad I stumbled across this! I have Gastroparisis and need to blend much of my food. This is a great addition to my diet and nourishment. I used my Glucerna as liquid, for protein. Believe it or not, it was actually pretty good. Thanks a million!

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  32. Kari Pond says

    January 05, 2019 at 6:20 am

    There is virtually no difference in taste if you use 60% supergreens and 40% fruits! So try using more greens, it is still delicious.
    Note: Ripe bananas really sweeten it up.

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  33. Ryan nz says

    December 31, 2018 at 10:15 pm

    Hey y'all just a comment below on freezing bananas. The skins are packed full of goodness don't peel them cut em up and freeze as is doesn't effect taste.

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    • Pam says

      November 11, 2021 at 3:21 am

      You put the frozen peelings in your smoothie?

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  34. Monika says

    December 29, 2018 at 6:37 am

    I got a new smoothie blend and go machine for Christmas as I wanted to try go on a "smoothie for breakfast" diet. Im collecting all the interesting recipes to keep it simple,tasty and interesting. So thank you for the 60 to 40 ratio because that will definetely help me go about it best.

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