Avoid the Afternoon Slump with 3 Energy-Boosting Spinach Smoothie Recipes

Need some extra energy? We’ve got you covered with spinach smoothie recipes!

You know those days when coffee just doesn’t cut it, and your body craves more than just caffeine? That’s when you need a green smoothie to get out of that afternoon slump. Not only are smoothies delicious, you can put virtually anything in them to taste great and make your body feel revitalized.

3 Spinach Smoothie Recipes for Afternoon Energy

Each of these 3 yummy smoothies start with a base of spinach, the notorious energy booster that Popeye preferred. The green leaves also happen to be rich in zinc, protein, fiber, and loads of vitamins.

Add a bit of plant-based milk, some low-sugar fruit and a few extras (think flaxseed, avocado and bee pollen) and just turn on the blender! It honestly doesn’t get any easier than that. 

1. Green Goddess Smoothie

Full of spinach and dandelion greens, you’ll certainly get a healthy dose of vitamins A, C, E and K, along with many other minerals. Tahini also packs a punch here, full of important minerals like phosphorus, lecithin, magnesium, potassium and iron. It’s also one of the best sources of calcium!

With all these greens and the bitter taste of dandelion, the grapes are perfect to top everything off with just the right amount of sweetness.

2. Fruit Green Machine Smoothie

Could this smoothie be any simpler to make? With just four ingredients, it’s really an one easy to make, and it’s also loaded with benefits for your body. And as a bonus, it’s also excellent for the skin with ingredients like avocado and coconut water.

Spinach makes for a great base for any smoothie, but don’t worry, it’s called the fruit green machine for a reason. The pineapple makes this drink a tasty, tropical treat.

3. Superfood Energy Smoothie

Did you know that chia seeds actually contain more omega-3 fatty acids than salmon? It’s hard to believe that such a little seed can contain such power, plus fiber, protein, and a bunch of minerals.

Our bodies can’t produce omega-3 fatty acids on their own, so it’s important to eat foods like chia seeds to get our fill of healthy fats. Frozen mango makes this smoothie absolutely delicious, and bee pollen adds an intriguing taste we can’t get enough of. 

With this drink, you’ll be set for the day and be able to take on just about anything!

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3 Energy-Boosting Smoothie Recipes

Not only are smoothies delicious, you can put virtually anything in them to taste great and make your body feel revitalized.

Course: Smoothie

Cuisine: American

Keyword: smoothie

Author: Ana Stanciu

Equipment

• Blender

Ingredients

Green Goddess Smoothie

• 2 cups spinach
• handful dandelion greens
• 1 1/2 cup water or non dairy milk (coconut, hemp, almond)
• 2 tbsp tahini
• 1/2 cup frozen grapes
• 1 tbsp flax meal

Fruit Green Machine Smoothie

• 2 cups spinach
• 1 1/2 cups coconut water or coconut water kefir
• 1 cup chopped pineapple
• 1 avocado

Superfood Energy Smoothie

• 2 cups spinach
• 1 1/2 cups water or non dairy milk (coconut, hemp, almond)
• 1/2 cup frozen mango
• 1 tbsp flax meal
• 2 tbsp bee pollen optional
• 1 tsp chia seeds optional

Instructions

• Blend all ingredients together and add optional ingredients. Drink immediately.

Photos by Ana-Maria Stanciu