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Our green smoothie recipe is far from the humdrum spinach health drinks of yore. It’s nutrient-packed and bursting with bright flavors. What’s more, the recipe uses just five ingredients, making it a simple way to elevate your energy levels as you start your day or whenever you need a pick-me-up.<\/p>\n

Are green smoothies healthy?<\/h2>\n

Whether or not a smoothie is healthy depends on what you add to it. This green smoothie recipe is healthy because it’s made with whole foods and unsweetened almond milk.<\/p>\n

You can sweeten this recipe with a bit of maple syrup<\/a> or honey<\/a> if you like, but adding extra processed or high-sugar ingredients can make it less healthy.<\/p>\n

Should I use frozen or fresh fruit in smoothies?<\/h2>\n

Yes! Frozen fruit is the key to a fantastic smoothie. If you’ve ever made a smoothie with a bunch of fresh fruit and added ice for texture, you might have noticed that the smoothie tasted watered down or it lacked sweetness. The easiest way to avoid this is to use frozen fruit instead of ice cubes. Frozen fruit also keeps the smoothie consistency thick.<\/p>\n

And while frozen fruit is preferred for this smoothie recipe, our Test Kitchen recommends saving frozen spinach for spanakopita<\/a> or chicken Florentine meatballs<\/a>. Instead, use fresh spinach in a green smoothie. Using frozen spinach could dilute the smoothie and affect the consistency. If frozen spinach is all you have, place it in a strainer to thaw and let any excess liquid drip away.<\/p>\n

Green Smoothie Ingredients<\/h2>\n