Lemon, Ginger, and Spinach Smoothie Recipe
A refreshing and nutritious Lemon, Ginger, and Spinach Smoothie combining the natural sweetness of banana and apple with the zing of fresh ginger and lemon juice, complemented by spinach for a healthy green boost. Perfect for a revitalizing breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits and Vegetables
- 1 Banana
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- ½ Lemon juice, freshly squeezed (from ½ lemon)
- 1 small Apple, peeled and cored
- 1 handful Baby spinach (approximately ¾ cup)
- 1–2 Spearmint leaves (optional)
Liquids and Ice
- 100 ml Apple juice (½ cup or 1 dl)
- 5 Ice cubes (plus extra for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Peel and grate the fresh ginger. Peel the apple and remove the seeds to ensure a smooth texture.
- Add Ingredients to Blender: Place the banana, grated ginger, freshly squeezed lemon juice, peeled apple, baby spinach, optional spearmint leaves, apple juice, and 5 ice cubes into the blender.
- Blend: Blend all the ingredients until the mixture is smooth. If the smoothie is too thick, add more apple juice to reach the desired consistency.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses, add some extra ice cubes if desired, and enjoy immediately for the best freshness and flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh ginger for the best flavor and health benefits.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your taste preference for acidity.
- Add spearmint leaves for a refreshing herbaceous note, optional but recommended.
- If you prefer a colder smoothie, freeze the banana beforehand.
- Use organic spinach and fruits when possible for maximum nutrition.
Keywords: lemon smoothie, ginger smoothie, spinach smoothie, healthy smoothie, green smoothie, breakfast smoothie, vegan smoothie, refreshing drink
