Site in Greek (Ελληνική Έκδοση)

  • Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

The Hungry Bites

Mediterranean Food Blog

  • Home
  • About
  • Recipes
  • The Mediterranean Diet (with a food list!)
  • Contact me
  • Search
  • Categories
    • Vegetarian
    • Extra Healthy
    • Vegan
    • Gluten Free
    • Main Course
    • Snacks
    • Sweets
    • Appetizers/sides
    • Desserts
    • Breakfast

The green smoothie that tastes good

Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

If you’re tired of green smoothies that taste like salad, try this super healthy one!

the_green_smoothie_that_tastes_good_3

I’m really excited about this post! And the reason is, of course, this smoothie! I’m sure there are a lot of smoothies out there that taste really good and also use greens, but since this recipe came out even better than what I was expecting, it made me very happy!
It all began with the idea of a green smoothie (dah…). It had to contain some greens and also have an intense green color. But it shouldn’t taste like salad. It should taste like something everyone would enjoy, even the pickiest child. And it should be really healthy. So, I started making ingredient combinations in mind. What should I put in it?

the_green_smoothie_that_tastes_good

Spinach was the obvious choice. Among all the vegetables, spinach is listed at the top for nutrient richness. Rich in vitamins and minerals, it’s also full of phytonutrients such as carotenoids and flavonoids to provide you with powerful antioxidant protection. Because it also has a very mild, neutral taste, I knew it wouldn’t impart any strong flavor to the smoothie.
I also used some avocado. I was a little skeptical about it at first, because I didn’t know if its flavor would work well with the rest of the ingredients I had in mind. As it turned out, avocado was a great choice. Avocados, sometimes also called alligator pears, are super nutrient and among other things they will provide you with potassium, vitamin K, vitamin E, fiber, magnesium, and monounsaturated fat. Yes, this is the kind of fat that’s good for your heart!

the_green_smoothie_that_tastes_good_1

I used bananas too, because I wanted that extra creaminess and their great flavor. Green apple juice was another great choice, since it provides the liquid needed for the smoothie and gives it some extra freshness.
I almost always use some kind of nuts in my smoothies, due to the plant based protein they provide and their flavor. And what kind of nuts should someone use in a green smoothie? The answer was more than obvious: Pistachios!!! Pistachios happen to be the first choice for people who are dieting. Evidence suggests that pistachios, with their lower calories, high protein, low saturated fat, and high unsaturated fats, are an ideal contender as compared to other nuts and dried fruits for ideal weight management. Not to mention the antioxidants, phytosterols, and unsaturated fatty acids…

the_green_smoothie_that_tastes_good_4

And what if I wanted to make it over the top healthy? Then I suppose I would add some matcha green tea, some ground cinnamon and cardamom, a couple of teaspoons honey and some lemon zest and juice… OMG people! This is a health bomb!
OK, I think I may have overdone it with the analysis of the ingredients. The bottom line is that this is a smoothie with a great taste! If I had to describe it, I would say it’s something in between a pistachio ice cream and a mixed fruits juice. Can anyone say no to that?
And except the taste, while drinking it you can feel you’re doing something good to your body. It is a power smoothie! Drink this for breakfast or as a snack, it is very filling! And if you want to have a little treat with it, I believe it will pair really well with a slice of these sweet cretan cheese tarts or this amazing one bowl/no mixer needed apple crumble pie. Enjoy!

Notes:If you don’t really like avocado, use half, as I state. You will not notice it!
Pistachios could be raw or roasted. If roasted, their flavor will be more intense and delicious!
Keep your fruits and apple juice in the fridge for a cold smoothie.

Share this post if you liked it (share buttons at the top!) and don’t forget to subscribe for new recipes or follow me on Instagram,   Pinterest,   Facebook

the_green_smoothie_that_tastes_good_3
Print
The green smoothie that tastes good
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
 
If you’re tired of green smoothies that taste like salad, try this super healthy one!
Course: smoothie
Cuisine: Healthy
Keyword: avocado, green, pistachio, smoothie, tasty
Servings: 2
Author: The Hungry Bites
Ingredients
  • 2 cups packed spinach (baby or regular)
  • 1/2 or 1 avocado
  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1/4 cup pistachios
  • 1/2 teaspoon matcha green tea
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • Zest of half a small lemon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup for vegans
  • 2-3 cups green apple juice depending on how thick you want it
Instructions
  1. Blend everything together until smooth.
  2. Drink and feel happy.
Recipe Notes

If you don’t really like avocado, use half as I state. You will not notice it.
Pistachios could be raw or roasted. If roasted their flavor will be more intense and delicious!
Keep your fruits and apple juice in the fridge for a cold smoothie.

the_green_smoothie_that_tastes_good_5

Previous Post: « Deep dish chicken pie
Next Post: Pure chocolate mousse cake – Torte »

Reader Interactions





turkey chili thumbnail

Turkey Chili (Mediterranean style recipe)

Tabbouleh salad thumbnail.

Tabbouleh (tabouli) salad

See All Recipes →

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Primary Sidebar

Categories

WELCOME!

Makos I'm Makos. I am a passionate cook and an even more passionate eater. Take a look around for some delicious Mediterranean inspired recipes!
subscribe button

LIKE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE

facebook like us button

OUR LATEST RECIPES

Cheese platter

Make a Cheese Board in 5 simple steps

Greek Vasilopita cake.

Vasilopita (Greek New Year’s Eve cake)

Spanish white bean stew with chorizo sausage f

Spanish white bean stew with chorizo sausage

Baked chicken and rice thumbnail.

Baked chicken and rice (healthier Greek recipe)

Israeli couscous salad thumbnail.

Israeli couscous salad

GOOGLE WEB STORIES

Footer

Instagram  YouTube  Pinterest  Facebook

Privacy Policy

Subscribe by e-mail

Copyright © 2023 · Thehungrybites.com