This is the Best Meal Prep Green Smoothie filled with tons of healthy ingredients like spinach, green apple, banana and mango!
Easy to make and loaded with natural sweetness, this smoothie is a delicious way to sneak more greens into your day!
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Nutrient-packed: These are loaded with fruits and veggies like spinach, apple, and mango for a healthy boost.
- Meal prep-friendly: Make ahead and store these for a quick grab-and-go breakfast or snack.
- Deliciously sweet: These are naturally sweetened with fruit…no added sugar needed!
Ingredients and substitutions
- Bananas – if you’re not a fan of bananas, avocado is a great substitute.
- Spinach – swap out for another dark leafy green such as kale.
- Mango – avocado would also make your smoothie nice and creamy.
- Green apple – use another type of fruit like kiwi, pineapple or berries.
- Cucumber – try using zucchini or leave this out altogether.
- Ground flax – you could also try adding in some chia seeds or hemp seeds.
How to make a green smoothie
Step 1: Prep ingredients.
Wash, peel, and chop the fruits and veggies.
Step 2: Add to blender.
Place all the ingredients in a blender.
Step 3: Blend.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 4: Enjoy.
Pour into a glass and drink right away or store in mason jars if meal prepping.
Recipe Variations
These simple tips will help you make the perfect green smoothie and keep things interesting every time.
- Use frozen ingredients: Frozen fruit or greens make your smoothie cold and creamy without watering it down with ice. You may need to add about ½ cup of water if it’s too thick.
- Add more protein: Boost the staying power with a spoonful of nut butter, a scoop of protein powder, or some silken tofu or Greek yogurt.
- Include healthy fats: Chia seeds, sunflower seeds, or pumpkin seeds help keep you full longer and give your smoothie a satisfying texture.
- Try superfood boosters: A pinch of spirulina adds amino acids, while hemp seeds provide omega-3s and protein.
- Enhance digestion: Add a splash of aloe vera juice for cleansing properties or a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar to support gut health.
- Make it flavourful: Blend in cinnamon for natural sweetness or toss in cacao nibs for a subtle chocolatey crunch.
Frequently asked questions
Can I drink this smoothie on an empty stomach?
Yes! Many people find starting their day with one helps energize them. That said, if you have a sensitive stomach, try having it after a light snack first to see how your body reacts.
Will the nutrients degrade over time if I prepare in advance?
Some nutrients (especially vitamin C) may decrease slightly over time, but keeping your smoothie in an airtight container and refrigerating immediately slows that process.
Why did my smoothie turn brow?
Oxidation can cause discolouration, especially if there’s air in the container. It’s still safe to drink. Just stir or shake it before drinking.
How to store and make-ahead
Make ahead: Prep smoothie packs by portioning out fruit and greens into freezer-safe bags. Add liquid and blend when ready to enjoy.
Store: Keep smoothies in airtight jars or bottles in the fridge for up to 4 days. Shake well before drinking.
Freeze: Freeze blended smoothies or individual packs for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge or blend from frozen with a bit of liquid.
More healthy smoothie recipes
Or try my beet juice recipe for another healthy, delicious, and nutrient-filled drink.
Meal prep tools for this recipe
- These are the mason jars I use to store my green smoothies.
- Vitamix is the best blender on the market – definitely worthwhile if you’re going to make smoothies often!
- These colourful mason jar lids are so fun and perfect if you lose your lids.
Best Meal Prep Green Smoothie
Ingredients
- 2 bananas
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 mango, peeled and sliced
- 1 green apple, cored and sliced
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup ground flax
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender (you may want to add up to 1/4 cup of water), then divide evenly among 4 different mason jars with lids. Smoothies will last up to 4 days in the fridge.
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Comments & Reviews
Divya says
Hey! I love your recipes! I just wanted to ask if you’ve ever made this with frozen spinach; do you know what the 2 cups of fresh leaves would convert to?
Taylor Stinson says
Hi Divya! Unfortunately I don’t know how much it would be in terms of frozen spinach but you can just throw a handful in and it should be fine!