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Winter Green Citrus Grapefruit Smoothie

A bright and refreshing smoothie combining grapefruit, orange, banana, strawberries, and spinach for a vitamin-packed start to your day.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk Use for a creamy base.
  • 2 Tablespoons vanilla protein powder Adds body and a dessert-like flavor.
Fruits
  • 0.5 large grapefruit, peeled Make sure to remove most of the white pith.
  • 1 medium orange, peeled
  • 1 frozen banana Provides sweetness and thickness.
  • 1 cup frozen strawberries Use frozen for a thicker texture.
Vegetables
  • 2 cups frozen spinach Fresh or frozen works; no need to thaw.
Sweetener
  • 1 Tablespoon honey Optional, add for extra sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pour the unsweetened vanilla almond milk into a high-powered blender first.
  2. Add the vanilla protein powder to help it dissolve.
  3. Next, add the peeled grapefruit and orange.
  4. Then add the frozen banana, strawberries, and spinach.
  5. Optionally add honey here if a sweeter drink is desired.
Blending
  1. Blend for 60 to 90 seconds, starting on low and moving up to high until completely smooth.
  2. Stop once to scrape down the sides if needed.
Serving
  1. Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately for the best texture.

Notes

Best served immediately. If storing, pour into a covered jar and refrigerate for up to 1 day. Stir before drinking.