Need something to wake you up? Try my Mango Spinach Yogurt Green Glow Smoothie recipe for breakfast today! It's fresh, healthy, a great green smoothie for beginners. Also, this green glow smoothie is great for beginners and is made using mango, spinach, and yogurt. So if you are looking for spinach smoothie recipes or low sugar green smoothies, then look no further.
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What is a Green Glow Smoothie
I like to say that green smoothies have the creamy texture of milkshakes and the nutrients of a salad! The ingredients are so simple and good for you. It's got a healthy mix of vegetables and fruits in it making it the ideal wake-me-up drink for mornings! I enjoy making green glow smoothies! They are a great way to get my daily recommended serving of fruits and veggies.
Regularly drinking green detox smoothie not only helps in maintaining a robust lifestyle but also helps in getting a better complexion and improved clearer skin. That is why smoothies like these are also called as Green Glow Smoothie. This vegan green smoothie is very refreshing and it keeps you energetic and full for a long time.
Copycat Panera Green Smoothie
All restaurants especially breakfast joints or places like Panera are serving a whole variety of smoothies including this green smoothie and fruit juices on their menu. Even Grocery chains are selling packaged smoothies and food bloggers are creating new smoothie recipes for you to try.
If you are a fan of the famous "Green Smoothie" at Panera, then you will love this recipe. It's way more economical to make it at home plus you can control what goes into it (including the sugar). Keep it as clean as possible.
Why make this
- It's a quick and easy green smoothie for beginners
- Great way to sneak in fresh or frozen fruits and veggies
- Easy for meal prep
- Perfect on-the-go snack
- It is packed with nutrients
- Delicious to taste
Build the best tasting green smoothie
Did you know that there is science behind the order of adding the ingredients while building a smoothie? This is a handy reference for beginners! The liquids go in first. No matter what type of liquid you're using - dairy or non-dairy milk, juice, or coconut water - it has to be the very first ingredient you add to the blender.
That is followed by any kind of powders like protein powder, maca or cacao powder, and a sweetener like agave, honey, or maple syrup. Protein powder makes smoothies thick and creamy. But when added to the blender last, they might not get completely dissolved, leaving an unpleasant powdery or chalky texture.
Then comes the greens. Adding greens like spinach or kale at the bottom of the pitcher is a smart way to make sure they get blended well. Before adding the next round of ingredients, give the smoothie a quick pre-blend after adding any greens to help it break down.
Now comes the soft ingredients like yogurt, nut butter, or tofu. That is followed by fresh fruits and/or veggies, nuts, and seeds. To help fruits and vegetables blend better, consider cutting them into chunks. You can also add soaked nuts instead of adding them dry. Lastly, add frozen fruits and vegetables and/or ice. The weight of these heavier items will help push the other ingredients down towards the base.
🧾 Ingredients Needed
Mangoes being the tropical fruit are not just juicy and flavorful but are high in minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants. Although many years ago they were seasonal, now they are available all year through. If you can't find fresh mango, then you'll find them in the frozen section.
The other power ingredient used in this smoothie is Spinach. Adding spinach to drinks is a healthy way to incorporate this nutrient-dense, iron-rich leafy vegetable into your diet, especially if you're on-the-go. Some people I know don't like to taste the spinach in a smoothie - but my suggestion is to not have any reservations about adding spinach to your smoothie. It doesn't alter the taste of the drink in any manner. In fact, your smoothie gets a rich green color and plenty of nutrients.
Next is yogurt. We always pick up the ones which have the least amount of added sugars in them. Always read the label, friends. You need to be sure of what you are consuming. Use any unsweetened non-dairy yogurt.
Oranges, as we all know, are a good source of vitamin C and very good for our body. Use fresh oranges.
Add chia seeds to your smoothie for that extra protein and fiber boost. They are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, rich in antioxidants, and besides fiber, they also provide iron and calcium.
To make a green glow smoothie, you will need is a good blender.
How To Make It 🔪
- First, add water to the blender.
- Next, add chia seeds.
- Then add baby spinach followed by vegan yogurt.
- Then add in the orange slices and mango cubes
- Blend until smooth. You're looking for a smooth and creamy consistency.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
Pour the Green Detox Smoothie in drinking glasses and serve immediately. You can make and keep in the fridge and serve it chilled when needed. It's best to consume it immediately once made.
💭 Priya's Recipe Tips
Since it's a low sugar green glow smoothie, there is no need to add any additional sugar or honey to the drink. You don't really miss the sugar as the smoothie is naturally sweet due to the ingredients used. Use regular low-fat Greek yogurt if you are not vegan.
Feel free to add protein powder of your choice along with chia seeds. Add crushed ice while blending if you like your smoothie super chilled. You need not strain this drink and can consume it as is. I do not like to strain my mango spinach smoothie.
FAQs 📖
Add a dash of almond or cashew milk. The creamy smooth texture of these milk can mask some of the grassy taste caused by raw spinach and kale, making super greens taste less raw. You can add frozen or fresh orange, mango, and spinach in here. You can also add some fresh or frozen bananas to give the smoothie some texture and volume.
Some green veggies I like using to make a good detoxifying smoothie are spinach, kale, celery, parsley, arugula, broccoli, and Swiss chard.
We need to balance the nutrients and flavors. It should contain a balance of carbs, protein, and beneficial fats from whole-food sources. Try to mix up fruits and vegetables to create a balance of flavors and to notch up the health quotient.
Green Vegetables do have some carbs, but they are low. Plus they are a delicious and smart way to take advantage of all the fresh seasonal fruit in the summer or frozen fruits in the dark days of winter.
Greens can be earthy to taste and many may not like the flavor of only a vegetable smoothie. Suggest adding fruit to balance out the taste and naturally sweeten it.
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Recipe 📖
Vegan Green Detox Smoothie
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup water
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 cup baby spinach
- ½ cup non-dairy yogurt
- 1 orange
- ½ mango
- crushed ice optional
Instructions
- First, add water to the blender.
- Next, add chia seeds.
- Then, add baby spinach followed by non-dairy yogurt.
- Next, add in the orange slices and mango cubes
- Blend them all together to make a smooth and creamy smoothie.
- Pour this green smoothie in drinking glasses and serve immediately.
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SP says
Made this with extra mango and no orange; it was still delicious. Also added flax meal. Will try it with the orange next time.
Priya says
Glad you liked the recipe. Thank you.
Katie says
Made this recipe for my family and it was a hit!
Priya says
I am so happy to hear that! Thank you.
Beth says
This looks so delicious and refreshing! My daughter is going to love this recipe! I can't wait to show her this recipe!
Priya says
Thank you. 🙂
Maria says
Wow! This is very educational. Both this smoothie and the article are equally beginner-friendly!
Priya says
Thank you so much.
Liz says
This is delicious! I often make spinach smoothies, but wasn't adding chia seeds or yogurt. Those really help keep me full. Thanks for the great recipe!
Priya says
I am glad. Thank you.
Anita says
Wow! I never realized spinach can be added to smoothie. This is so delicious and I love the green color.
Priya says
Thank you. They don't change the flavor at all!
Veena Azmanov says
Would love to try your healthy and delicious combination smoothie. Combination awesome.
Priya says
Thank you so much.
Irina says
What a beautiful color of this smoothie! I cannot resist of not making it. Running to the kitchen:)
Priya says
Glad you liked it. 🙂
Andrea Metlika says
Great way to start the day. Like that you advised on how to to properly add everything and the different kinds of greens to use.
Priya says
Absolutely! Glad it was a good read fo you.
Marlynn says
We make smoothies every morning in our house so I'm always looking for more recipes. This is a yummy one with so many great health benefits, thank you!
Priya says
Yay! Glad I could give you a new smoothie recipe to add to your list!
Angela says
Great tip on how to stack the blender. I always have trouble with that. This recipe came out great!
Priya says
Thank you so much. Glad I was of help.