By Becky Hardin
Published Jun 6, 2018
This Creamy Green Smoothie Recipe is all your need to have the most amazing morning any day of the week. This Green Detox Smoothie is filled with light and fresh ingredients like pineapple, spinach, apple, kale, banana, Greek Yogurt, and more. This Green Goddess Smoothie Recipe will make you feel bright and sunny first thing in the morning, after workouts, or any time you whip one up. SO delicious, easy, and healthy!
Creamy Green Smoothie Recipe (Green Detox Smoothie)
This Green Detox Smoothie is our favorite way to wake up in the morning.
I’m NOT a morning person. Since having Henry, waking up earlier is a must, and that means amazing breakfast recipes are also a must! As a busy Mom, I just don’t have time to slave over breakfast like I used to.
These days, I rely on simple and quick recipes as we are running out the door to fuel my morning, and smoothie recipes have become my go-to! I love that you can make them quickly, keep them healthy, and fill them with extra goodies to help you stay energized on the go. If I could give you a big double high five right now, I would!
This Detox Green Smoothie Recipe is the breakfast of champions. It will keep you full and energized and tastes AMAZING! What’s not to love? And because I love this green-filled smoothie, when I’m looking for an easy green-filled lunch, I’ll whip up this green goddess salad , as it’s truly hearty and helps me get through the rest of the day.
You might have seen recently on Instagram (are we friends? say hi!) that I went on a trip to Detroit to celebrate the launch of Tillamook Dairy products at Kroger stores nationwide. We called it #LegendDairyWeekend and legendary it was!
What an incredible experience with an AMAZING group of people. We had so much fun, learned so much, and ate like Kings and Queens. Tillamook and Kroger showcased so many beautiful and amazing products and we just had so much fun.
If you get a chance to visit Detroit, you MUST stay at the Detroit Foundation Hotel and you need to eat at the Grey Ghost Restaurant .
I loved everything about the trip, especially celebrating with this wonderful group of bloggers. I’m so lucky to know these people! Sarah, Tessa, Maria, Chelsea, Maegen, Jamie, Liz, Ashley, Rachel, Heidi, Lena, Christina, Sonja, Alex, and Monique …I just loved spending the time with you!
Photo Credit: Hayden Stinebaugh
Photo Credit: Hayden Stinebaugh
Photo Credit: Hayden Stinebaugh
To celebrate the launch of Tillamook products at your local Kroger Grocer, you need to make this BEST GREEN SMOOTHIE RECIPE!
Okay…enough Detroit eye candy, let’s get back to this delicious and perfect smoothie recipe. On days where you’re dragging just a bit, this Green Detox Smoothie is truly all you need to turn things around.
I always get scared that Green Smoothies will taste…green…but this one is packed with delicious fruits like pineapple, apple, and banana to offset the grassy greens. And of course, we only use the best greens!
I am in LOVE with Kroger’s Simple Truth and it’s the only brand of kale and spinach I’ll buy. I know it’s washed, I know it’s fresh, and I know it’s delicious.
To add some protein, I used Tillamook’s Farmstyle Greek Yogurt. It’s SO creamy and delicious. It’s the perfect little added touch to make this taste more like a dessert than a Green Smoothie. You’re welcome!
How to Make a Green Smoothie:
My best tip for making the perfect Green Smoothie Recipe is packing in the greens first, followed by the almond milk (or whatever liquid you desire), greek yogurt, and fruits.
Use a high-powered blender to make sure you get everything as smooth as possible. No chunks in these smoothies, please!! For every green ingredient, add a fruit to brighten and keep things tasting great. You’ll be feeling energized in no time!
How long will a Green Detox Smoothie keep in the fridge?
The Chlorophyll (the green pigment in leafy greens) actually helps to keep things fresh, so your green smoothie can actually stay good in your fridge for up to 48 hours.
I recommend only 24 hours in the fridge because of all the fresh ingredients we are throwing in. Always give your smoothie a good stir or pop it back in the blender for a bit before serving.
Can I lose weight by drinking Green Smoothies?
Technically, no food can make you lose weight. Being healthy is all about balance, fresh foods, and exercise. This Green Smoothie Recipe is definitely packed with fresh, whole-food ingredients, so it’s a great start to any healthy day.
What are some other smoothie recipes you love?
If Green Smoothies aren’t your thing, I hope you’ll give one of our other morning favorites a try! We have something for everyone!!
- Glowing Skin Smoothie
- Coffee Smoothie
- Strawberry Mango Smoothie
- Breakfast Cereal Smoothies
- Chocolate Banana Malt Smoothie
- Simple Mango Smoothie
- Bulletproof Coffee Smoothie
Add an orange ginger shot to your morning routine for an extra boost of vitamin C!
I hope you enjoy our favorite Green Detox Smoothie! If it can make mornings easier and better for me, I know it can for you too. What are your favorite smoothie combinations? I’d love to hear in the comment section.
If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 2 cups Simple Truth baby spinach 60 grams
- ▢ 2 cups Simple Truth baby kale 90 grams
- ▢ 1 cup almond milk 227 grams, COLD
- ▢ 1 cup Tillamook Farm Style Greek Yogurt 227 grams
- ▢ 1 cup chopped green apple 113 grams
- ▢ 1 cup sliced frozen banana 225 grams (slicing before freezing works best)
- ▢ 1 cup diced pineapple 170 grams
- ▢ 1 tablespoon chia seeds 15 grams
- ▢ 1 tablespoon honey 22 grams
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Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a high-powered blender. 2 cups Simple Truth baby spinach, 2 cups Simple Truth baby kale, 1 cup almond milk, 1 cup Tillamook Farm Style Greek Yogurt, 1 cup chopped green apple, 1 cup sliced frozen banana, 1 cup diced pineapple, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, 1 tablespoon honey
- Blend until smooth.
- Divide evenly between 4 glasses and enjoy.
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- High Powered Blender
Becky’s Tips
- The Chlorophyll (the green pigment in leafy greens) actually helps to keep things fresh, so your green smoothie can actually stay good in your fridge for up to 48 hours, although I recommend no longer than 24 hours.
- Always give your smoothie a good stir or pop it back in the blender for a bit before serving.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Creamy Green Smoothie Recipe
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- High Powered Blender
Ingredients
- 2 cups Simple Truth baby spinach 60 grams
- 2 cups Simple Truth baby kale 90 grams
- 1 cup almond milk 227 grams, COLD
- 1 cup Tillamook Farm Style Greek Yogurt 227 grams
- 1 cup chopped green apple 113 grams
- 1 cup sliced frozen banana 225 grams (slicing before freezing works best)
- 1 cup diced pineapple 170 grams
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds 15 grams
- 1 tablespoon honey 22 grams
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a high-powered blender. 2 cups Simple Truth baby spinach, 2 cups Simple Truth baby kale, 1 cup almond milk, 1 cup Tillamook Farm Style Greek Yogurt, 1 cup chopped green apple, 1 cup sliced frozen banana, 1 cup diced pineapple, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, 1 tablespoon honey
- Blend until smooth.
- Divide evenly between 4 glasses and enjoy.
Video
Notes
- The Chlorophyll (the green pigment in leafy greens) actually helps to keep things fresh, so your green smoothie can actually stay good in your fridge for up to 48 hours, although I recommend no longer than 24 hours.
- Always give your smoothie a good stir or pop it back in the blender for a bit before serving.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
