This Peanut Butter Green Smoothie can be made in less than 10 minutes! It is perfect for when you require a nutritious, energy-boosting smoothie to start or finish your day!
When I think about breakfast, I don't usually think about smoothies, but this one might be the exception that proves the rule!
It has always been a favorite of mine for being a very quick source of nutrients that can be easily prepared in minutes.
It's one of the best smoothies to pave the way for a productive day.
Ingredients
- Apple: An apple a day keeps the doctor awayโbut aside from providing a lot of healthy vitamins, they also sweeten the smoothie. You can peel it if your blender isn't high-speed.
- Spinach: This, of course, is a green, and greens are healthy! If you lack spinach, try using kale or mixed greens instead.
- Cucumber: It's best to seed and chop it before adding to the blender.
- Peanut or Almond Butter: Either peanut or almond butter works great, depending on your preference. If you have a nut allergy, sunflower seed butter is a good alternative.
- Minced Ginger: Ginger adds a sharp flavor and aids digestion. If you don't have fresh ginger, a pinch of ground ginger will do the trick.
- Parsley: Parsley has plenty of vitamin K. If parsley isn't your thing, try substituting with fresh mint or cilantro.
- Lemon Juice: Lemon juice gives a nice punch of flavor. Lime juice can be used as an alternative if lemons aren't available.
- Filtered Water: This will be the base of the smoothie. You can also use coconut water for a tropical twist and extra electrolytes.
- Ice: The ice makes the smoothie cold. If you're using frozen fruits, you might not need as much ice.
- Stevia: Sweeten to taste with Stevia, or your preferred sweetener. Honey or agave syrup are also great options if you prefer.
Step by Step
- Place your chopped apple, spinach, cucumber, peanut or almond butter, minced ginger, parsley, lemon juice, and water into your blender. Blend until smooth.
- Add in the ice and blend for an additional minute.
Tips and Tricks
- Frozen Fruit Fun: For an even thicker smoothie, try using frozen apples or bananas.
- Power Up with Protein: Want to make this smoothie even more filling? Add a scoop of your favorite protein powder.
- Smoothie Bowls: If you prefer eating your smoothie with a spoon, use less liquid and then pour the smoothie into a bowl and top with granola, fresh fruit, or honey.
- Sweeten to Taste: The recipe calls for Stevia, but feel free to sweeten your smoothie with whatever you prefer. Honey, agave nectar, or even a couple of dates can work well.
Storing
If you want to store these for later, here's how!
For refrigeration, pour your smoothie into a sealed container or a mason jar, and place it in the fridge. It will stay fresh for up to 2 days.
If storing them for longer is on the agenda, pour the smoothie into an ice cube tray and freeze it. To enjoy, reblend with water until the desired consistency is achieved.
More Smoothie Recipes to Try
- Kickstart your day with our Coffee Quinoa Smoothie, a delightful blend that combines the energy-boosting power of coffee with the nutritional punch of quinoa - it's like a breakfast and a cup of joe rolled into one delicious smoothie!
- Our Cucumber Apple Smoothie is a refreshing concoction that brings together the crispness of apples and the cooling effect of cucumbers - a perfect pick-me-up for those hot summer days.
- For a classic, fruity delight, try our Blueberry Banana Smoothie, a creamy blend of ripe bananas and juicy blueberries that's sure to become a family favorite.
- Transport yourself to the tropics with our Pina Colada Smoothie, a creamy, dreamy blend of pineapple and coconut that's as good as a vacation in a glass!
5-Minute Peanut Butter Green Smoothie
This Peanut Butter Green Smoothie can be made in less than 10 minutes! It is perfect for when you require a nutritious, energy-boosting smoothie to start or finish your day!
Servings: 1
Calories: 234kcal
Ingredients
- 1 apple chopped (you can peel if you donโt have a high speed blender)
- 1 ยฝ cups chopped spinach
- ยฝ cucumber seeded and chopped
- 1 tablespoon peanut or almond butter
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup filtered water
- 1 cup ice
- Stevia to taste
Instructions
- Place apple through water in a blender and process until smooth. Add ice and process for one minute more. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 234kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 138mg | Potassium: 844mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 5102IU | Vitamin C: 48mg | Calcium: 112mg | Iron: 3mg
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