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A breakfast smoothie featuring spinach in a glass, topped with chia seeds and a single basil leaf, sits elegantly on a marble surface.

Spinach and Almond Butter Breakfast Smoothie

A woman in a tan jacket standing in a kitchen.Emily White
This energizing smoothie is Jennifer Lopez’s go-to breakfast for a nutrient-packed start to her day. With spinach, banana, rice milk, almond or sunflower butter, and protein powder, it provides a blend of fiber, healthy fats, and protein.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Meal Type Beverages, Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 558 kcal
Difficulty Easy
Ingredient Cost $4
Shopping Cost$33

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 handful spinach about 1 cup, fresh
  • 1 banana frozen
  • 1 cup rice milk
  • 2 tablespoons almond butter or sunflower butter
  • 1 scoop protein powder vanilla or unflavored

Instructions
 

  • Prepare Ingredients: Place the spinach, frozen banana, rice milk, almond or sunflower butter, and protein powder in the blender.
    1 handful spinach, 1 banana, 1 cup rice milk, 2 tablespoons almond butter, 1 scoop protein powder
  • Blend: Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no chunks of spinach or banana left.
  • Serve: Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately for the best flavor and freshness.

Notes

Optional Add-Ins: For additional nutrients, consider adding 1 teaspoon of chia or flax seeds for extra omega-3s, or a handful of berries for a hint of sweetness.
Protein Powder Choice: Choose a plant-based or whey protein powder depending on your dietary preferences.
Rice Milk Substitution: Feel free to substitute rice milk with almond milk, oat milk, or any other plant-based milk for a slightly different flavor profile.

Nutrition

Calories: 558kcalCarbohydrates: 64gProtein: 35gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 169mgPotassium: 923mgFiber: 7gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 2969IUVitamin C: 19mgCalcium: 272mgIron: 4mg
Keyword almond butter smoothie, Healthy Breakfast, Jennifer Lopez smoothie, morning energy drink, Protein Smoothie, spinach banana smoothie

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