Coconut water gives this smoothie a gentle tropical sweetness without making it heavy. Banana adds body, spinach the colour, and chia seeds thicken it slightly as it stands.
1
banana
20 g
baby spinach
1 tbsp
chia seeds
8½ oz
coconut water chilled
Garnish: No garnish · Ice: Served up, no ice
Banana Coconut Smoothie with Spinach
Light and mildly sweet, with banana and coconut flavours and a soft, slightly thick texture.
This is a lighter take on the banana smoothie. Instead of milk, it uses coconut water, which tastes mildly sweet and nutty and naturally contains potassium. Baby spinach is so mild that most people only notice its colour, and chia seeds add a little fibre and a pleasantly thicker texture.
It works well after a workout or on a hot day, when you want something cold and hydrating rather than a creamy shake.
Yes, it contains only plant ingredients.
Yes, but the smoothie will be less sweet. Add a few dates or a little honey if needed.
Yes, in a closed jar in the fridge. The chia will make it thicker, so stir in a splash of water before drinking.
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