Winter Berry Smoothie Spinach (Printable Version)

Vibrant smoothie blending winter berries with fresh spinach for a healthy, refreshing start.

# What You Need:

→ Fruits & Vegetables

01 - 1 cup frozen mixed winter berries (cranberries, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries)
02 - 1 ripe banana
03 - 1 cup fresh baby spinach, packed

→ Liquids

04 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk

→ Add-ins

05 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
06 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
07 - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Place frozen berries, banana, spinach, almond milk, and optional add-ins in a blender.
02 - Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth, scraping down the sides if necessary.
03 - Taste and add additional honey or maple syrup if desired.
04 - Pour smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in five minutes on mornings when you can't face the stove.
  • The spinach hides perfectly—no bitter surprise, just creamy purple-red smoothness.
  • Freezing berries means you're never caught without fruit, and they make the whole thing ice-cold without watering it down.
02 -
  • Frozen berries are non-negotiable here—fresh ones won't give you that frosty, thick texture, and you'll end up with a watery drink that tastes more like juice than smoothie.
  • Spinach wilts and hides when it's surrounded by cold fruit, so don't be shy about packing it in; you'll never see it but you'll taste the benefit.
03 -
  • Keep your blender jug in the freezer overnight during winter—a cold blender means your smoothie stays thicker longer and tastes fresher.
  • Blend spinach and liquid first into a slurry before adding fruit; it ensures nothing gets trapped at the bottom, unblended and bitter.

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