Blueberry Banana Spinach Smoothie

Eating With Zion December 21, 2024

Blueberry Banana Spinach Smoothie: A Kid-Approved Nutritional Powerhouse

This is my go-to smoothie on busy days, or if I feel like the kids didn’t get enough nutrients in. I myself love to drink it with them! It is so easy and quick to make, made with a few wholesome ingredients and everyone ends up loving it. Getting kids to eat their greens can be challenging, but when you blend spinach with the natural sweetness of bananas and blueberries, you get a smoothie that’s both delicious and nutrient-packed. The blueberry banana spinach smoothie is a great way to sneak in vegetables while providing essential vitamins, minerals, and energy to growing children and great if you have a picky eater at home. It’s quick to prepare, fun to drink, and loaded with goodness. Perfect for breakfast, snack, or even a light lunch. With its sweet flavor, vibrant color, and creamy texture, this smoothie is sure to become a family favorite!

A Smoothie for Everyone:

Whether you’re serving it to kids as a nutrient-dense snack, drinking it after a workout, or enjoying it as a quick breakfast, this blueberry banana spinach smoothie is a simple and effective way to nourish your body. Its vibrant flavor and nutritional benefits make it a winner, proving that healthy eating can be delicious and fun.

Nutritional Benefits:

Bananas for Energy:
Bananas are packed with potassium and natural sugars that provide a quick energy boost. They also contribute to the smoothie’s creamy texture, making it easier for kids to drink.

Blueberries for Brain Power:
Blueberries are rich in antioxidants, particularly anthocyanins, which support brain health and memory. They’re also high in vitamin C, which strengthens the immune system. I like to use wild blueberries, which has 10x the amount of antioxidants than regular ones, but both can be used.

Spinach for Growth:
Spinach is a powerhouse of nutrients, including iron, which supports healthy blood and oxygen transport in the body. It’s also a good source of protein and calcium, essential for growing bones and teeth.

Recommendations:

Start Small with Spinach: If your child is new to green smoothies, begin with a smaller amount of spinach and gradually increase it over time.
Make it a Frozen Treat: Pour the smoothie into popsicle molds for a healthy dessert option.
Involve Your Child: Let your child help measure ingredients and press the blender buttons, it makes the process fun and engaging.

Substitutions:

This smoothie is extremely kid-friendly. It is vegan, allergen-friendly, made with no gluten, no dairy and nut-free.

Spinach- For the spinach you can substitute with another leafy green, such as kale.

Blueberries- I like to use wild blueberries, but you can use normal ones as well or if you prefer a different berry, like strawberries or blackberries.

Banana- This adds sweetness and creaminess to the smoothie, I don’t recommend replacing it in this recipe.

Date- You can substitute the date with a little honey for 12 months & up or omit all together.

Non-dairy milk- Any non-dairy milk will work in this recipe, for example almond milk, oat milk, coconut milk, soy milk, etc.

What you need:

High powered blender

These are the best toddler smoothie cups, they are glass and come with a silicone sleeve to prevent breaking.

If you enjoyed this recipe, here are a few more kid-friendly smoothie options you should check out:

PB & J Smoothie

Blackberry Coconut Smoothie

Apple Banana Smoothie