Spinach and pineapple green smoothie

A refreshing green smoothie: spinach, pineapple and banana blended together. Rich in vitamins and fibre, it is a healthy drink for a boost of freshness and nutrients.

Prep: 5 min  |  Cooking: 0 min  |  Servings: 2  |  Difficulty: Very easy

Calculated per serving from the Anses Ciqual 2025 values for each ingredient, based on the quantities in the list. Household measures (spoonfuls, pieces) use average weights. 127 kcal · 2 g protein · 27 g carbohydrate · 0 g fat

Ingredients

• 2 handfuls of spinach
• 200 g pineapple
• 1 banana
• 200 ml coconut water or water
• 1/2 lime

Method

1. Put all the ingredients in a blender.
2. Add the liquid.
3. Blend until smooth.
4. Serve well chilled.

Nutritional benefits

Raw spinach is rich in iron, folate and antioxidants, pineapple in vitamin C and digestive enzymes (bromelain), and banana in potassium. Blended, this smoothie is an easy and tasty way to get a portion of green vegetables first thing in the morning. Light and full of vitamins.

Variations and substitutions

• With mango or kiwi.
• Higher in protein: add yoghurt or plant protein powder.
• With fresh ginger.
• With plant-based milk instead of water.

Storage and make-ahead

Drink within the hour to keep the vitamins; keeps for 1 day in the fridge (shake before drinking).

💡 Good to know

Blend the spinach with the liquid first, then add the fruit: this gives a perfectly smooth texture with no lumps.

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Foods in this recipe: spinach · pineapple · banana · lime.

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