Spinach & Apple Detox Smoothie
Ready to feel new and fresh? Enjoy a delicious twist of with this Spinach and Apple Detox Smoothie! This easy smoothie recipe is the perfect combination of green goodness that will give you an energy boost while helping you feel great!
This green smoothie recipe features fresh flavors like sweet apples that give the smoothie a naturally sweet and tart flavor along with texture. Fresh spinach gives it a bright green flavor without compromising the taste!
As a busy home cook, I often turn to this smoothie for a quick breakfast or snack for myself and my family!
Watch how easy it is to make
I’ve got lots of smoothies to choose from if you’re looking for more ideas!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy to make. Just add everything to a blender until smooth and creamy.
- Loaded with fruits and veggies.
- A delicious way to eat more green leafy vegetables.
A Few Ingredient Notes
- Spinach – You could use frozen spinach if that’s all you have.
- Unsweetened Almond Milk – It’s important to use unsweetened unless you like it sweeter.
- Granny Smith Apple – The sour from the apple balances the flavors so well.
How To Make A Smoothie With Apple And Spinach
Recipe Tips
- For best results, use a high-speed blender.
- The amount of ice you use depends on how thick or thin you want your smoothie. Start with a few cubes and add more until desired consistency is reached.
Variations
- Try using different greens such as kale, chard, or romaine lettuce for a change of taste.
- Cows milk or dairy milk can be used instead of almond milk.
- If you’re looking for a sweeter smoothie, add more dates or honey to the blender before blending.
- If you don’t have flax seeds on hand, use chia seeds or hemp hearts as a great alternative.
- Instead of apples, use green grapes, green pears, or green apples for a sweeter flavor.
Smoothie Topping Ideas
- Granola
- Unsweetened Coconut flakes
- Nuts and seeds
- Fresh fruits
- Hemp Seeds
- Goji Berries
- Almond Butter
Storing & Freezing
Storing: This smoothie is best enjoyed immediately. However, any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Freezing: This smoothie can be frozen and enjoyed as a popsicle or ice cream! Simply pour the smoothie into a popsicle mold and freeze until solid, about 4-6 hours for a delicious treat!
Spinach & Apple Detox Smoothie
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Blender
Description
This easy smoothie recipe is the perfect combination of green goodness that will give you an energy boost while helping you stay full!
Ingredients
- 2–3 cups spinach (packed)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 banana
- 1 Granny Smith apple (cored and cubed)
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 4 dates
- 1 tablespoon flax seeds
- Squeeze of lemon
- Large handful of ice
Optional toppings
- Shaved coconut (unsweetened)
- Chia seeds
- Hemp seeds
Instructions
- Add the spinach, almond milk and banana to the blender and blend until combined. Add the apple, cucumber, dates, flax seeds, and lemon juice, and blend for 2-3 minutes until completely smooth. Add the ice and blend for another 30-60 seconds. Pour into two glasses and top with desired toppings. Serve immediately or store in the fridge for later!
FINALLY a smoothie that actually keeps me full for more than 4 hours and isn’t overly sweet. Have 3 more servings to make this my go to weight-loss meal replacement for this short work week. Can’t say thank you enough!
I’m so glad you like it!!
Hi there
How many calories does this smoothie contain? Can’t seem to find it. Thank you
Just tried this and was delighted with the taste. Will definitely add this to my list of smoothies
Glad you liked it, Patricia!
The only difference is I reduced this to only 2 dates. Delicious!!!! TY
You’re so welcome!
Just tried this for the first time and it was so incredibly delicious. Will definitely make this many more times!
Yay!! Thanks for leaving a review!
Also nice without the banana (as I had all of the ingredients, exept banana)
Good to know!
Great
Thank you!!
This is a must-try recipe.
I want to try loss 10 kgs
Hi,
I have been using banana, low fat yoghurt, spinach and oats. Is this ok? Twice a day and one big meal at night
If that works for you, then great!
Hello, Aren’t milk and lemon inherently opposing flavors? I come from Indian culture and we use Lemon in Milk to make cottage cheese. These opposing flavors can cause damage to the body in the long term.
Hi Ria! There is no milk used in this recipe, only almond milk and have had no issues
Just wondering How much is a serving? One cup?
Can I use cows milk
Yes!
Can I use Cortland instead of Granny Smith for the apple?
Yes!
I swapped the splash of lemon with a pinch of cinnamon. It was so good I put it in a wine glass, lit a candle and listened to soft jazz as I drank it. 🙂
This has such a nice balance of flavors. Even though I don’t like cucumber, I loved it in this! Thanks so much for the recipe! I used frozen spinach in my Vitamix instead of the ice cubes and just needed a bit more almond milk to make up for the missing fluid. I’d also love to try adding some ginger to this sometime. I’ll definitely be making this again!
I used bottled water instead of milk and I added ginger, honey and cinnamon. (Just a dash of each) I also substituted the banana and added dates. I had some collagen that I had ordered from Vitauthority I added that as well. So much energy it was ahhmazing. Thank you for your tips. ☺️
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Can you use warm water or another substitute instead of ice?
OMG!! this is amazing 1000/10 recommend this!
What can I substitute almond milk with,?
Any milk will work!
I have tried MULTIPLE different smoothie recipes and this one is by far my favourite one. No flavour is over powering of the and is honestly so fresh! Thank you for this!
I’m so glad you love it!
What can I substitute the banana for? I’m allergic.
You could try dates!
I really hate bananas, is there anything else I can put instead?
Dates!
Nice one, it’s a keeper. Added, chopped Ginger, prunes and used Coconut Almond Milk…
I can’t find the recipe anywhere???
What do you mean?
how many ounces is a serving of this?
Tried this today and it was the best green smoothie I’ve ever had. Thank you for sharing the recipe! I left out the flax, but may add it next time along with a scoop of protein powder and a splash of vanilla extract to counter the chalkiness of the protein powder.
YES!!!!
How many calories are in one serving?
I’m not sure. You could enter the ingredients into an online calculator and find out!
I have a bunch of overripe bananas. can i use those?
Yes! Even better!
I am making this tomorrow morning! Just picked up some more cucumbers and granny smith apples. I’ve never used Almond milk before, so this is definitely a first 🙂 Can’t wait. I also featured this in this week’s menu plan! Have a delicious week!
I hope you love it! You can also use any milk you like, but I hope you like the almond milk too! Thank you for sharing in your menu plan!!
I don’t like cucumbers, can I substitute something else?
Sure! You could use Celery, zucchini, or jicima, but you really don’t taste the cucumber 🙂
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Just tried it! I am so tired of feeling terrible and sure do hope this helps. How often are you supposed to drink this??
There’s no rule as to how often to drink this. But I imagine if you drink this a few times a week it will certainly help you feel a bit better! I make this and/or another green smoothie 3-4 times a week. It’s an easy way to get in some greens!