Ingredients
Fruits
- ½ cup frozen blackberries
- ½ cup frozen raspberries (or substitute strawberries)
- ¼ cup frozen blueberries (wild blueberries preferred)
- 1 frozen ripe banana
Greens & Seeds
- 1 to 2 cups organic spinach
- 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal or hemp hearts
Nut Butters & Dairy
- 1 tablespoon almond butter (or your favorite nut butter)
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (whole or 2%)
- ½ cup milk of choice, plus more as necessary
Optional Additions
- 1 scoop protein powder (such as collagen peptides)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Gather all your frozen fruits, spinach, flaxseed meal or hemp hearts, almond butter, Greek yogurt, milk, and optional protein powder to have everything ready for blending.
- Combine in blender: Add all ingredients to a large high-powered blender, starting with frozen fruits, then spinach, nut butter, flaxseed meal, Greek yogurt, milk, and protein powder if using.
- Blend thoroughly: Blend on high speed for 1 to 2 minutes until all ingredients are smoothly combined and the texture is creamy without chunks.
- Adjust consistency: If the smoothie is too thick, add more milk as needed and blend again briefly to achieve your desired consistency.
- Serve immediately: Pour into a glass and enjoy your nutrient-rich mixed berry smoothie fresh for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use wild blueberries if possible for enhanced flavor and antioxidants.
- Substitute raspberries with strawberries if preferred.
- Choose the type of milk based on dietary needs or taste preferences (dairy or plant-based).
- Protein powder is optional; collagen peptides add protein without altering flavor significantly.
- Adjust spinach quantity according to your taste preference—start with less if new to green smoothies.
- Adding a frozen banana improves sweetness and texture, but ripe fresh banana can be used if frozen is not available.
- Use a high-powered blender for the smoothest texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian