Clementine Ginger Green Smoothie

Name: Clementine Ginger Green Smoothie
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 3 pcs clementine (peeled, segmented, seeds removed); 1 pcs banana (medium, peeled, sliced and frozen); 2 cup spinach (fresh baby spinach, loosely packed); 1 inch ginger (peeled, roughly chopped); 0.5 cup water (cold, plus more if needed); 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

RATING

0.0/5

TASTE SCORE

8/10

A bright, zesty green smoothie that tastes like sunshine in a glass. Sweet clementines and a touch of fresh ginger wake up the spinach, while banana adds creamy body without any dairy. Ready in 5 minutes, it is the perfect quick breakfast or afternoon pick-me-up.

PREP

COOK

SERVES

1 CUP

119 cal

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

For 2 servings

3 pcsclementine · peeled, segmented, seeds removed1 pcsbanana · medium, peeled, sliced and frozen2 cupspinach · fresh baby spinach, loosely packed1 inchginger · peeled, roughly chopped½ cupwater · cold, plus more if needed1 tbsplemon juice · freshly squeezed

NUTRITION · PER SERVING

119

CALORIES · 1 CUP

Protein2g · 7%

Carbs29g · 97%

Fat0g · 0%

Fiber4g

Sugar18g

Saturated fat0g

Cholesterol0mg

Sodium27mg

Potassium606mg

Phosphorus54mg

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METHOD · 3 STEPS

prep · ~3 min
Prep the fruit and ginger.
1.Peel the clementines, separate into segments, and pick out any seeds.
2.Peel the ginger and roughly chop it.
3.Peel the banana (use frozen for a thicker, colder smoothie).
mix · ~1 min
Blend until smooth.
1.Add spinach and cold water to the blender first, then add clementine segments, banana, ginger, and lemon juice.
2.Blend on high speed for 45-60 seconds until completely smooth and no spinach flecks remain.
3.If the smoothie is too thick, add another tablespoon of water and blend again.
TIPLayering liquids and greens at the bottom helps the blender create a vortex that pulls everything down.
serve
Pour and serve immediately.
Divide the smoothie between two glasses. Serve cold, while it is fresh and frothy.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
Use frozen banana for a creamier, thicker texture without ice diluting the flavor.
2
Layer spinach and water first in the blender to create a vortex that pulls solids down.
3
Taste before serving and add a drizzle of honey if the clementines are tart.
4
For a colder smoothie, chill the clementines and spinach before blending.
5
Make ahead: portion spinach, banana, and ginger into a freezer bag; add clementines and water when blending.
6
If the smoothie is too thick, add water 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.

RECIPE VARIATIONS

Adapt it for your goals.

high protein

High-protein

Add 1 scoop of unflavored or vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based) and increase water to ¾ cup for a post-workout shake.

dairy free creamy

Dairy-free creamy

Swap the water for ½ cup unsweetened almond milk or oat milk, and add 1 tablespoon of almond butter for extra richness and healthy fats.

low sugar

Low-sugar

Replace one clementine with an extra handful of spinach and a squeeze of extra lemon juice, and use a less-ripe banana to cut sugar without losing texture.

tropical twist