Blend up a thick and creamy smoothie for a healthy breakfast with whole foods and natural ingredients and experience the health and wellness benefits for the body.
One of my favorite recipes to create is smoothies. They’re satisfying, completely nourishing and full of fiber, which keeps our digestive system happy and efficient.
Since 2015 green smoothies have been a staple on our weekly menu. At least 5 days a week (sometimes twice a day) we start our day with a green smoothie. Switching up the recipe and adding nutritional supplements as needed makes this satisfying breakfast tailor made to individual preferences and dietary needs.
The latest addition to our smoothies is collagen. I’ve noticed a difference in my skin and even more so in my hair and nails. Collagen is now a permanent smoothie ingredient and that’s saying something from people who don’t eat meat, poultry or seafood.
We eat intuitively- based on how the body feels and performs.
The Healthy and Delicious Strawberry Banana Smoothie is nutrient dense, tastes good and is a great boost in the morning to start your day.
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What’s in the recipe and how does it super boost the body with nutrients and energize your morning?
Benefits of Collagen (1)
- improves health of skin and hair
- reduces joint pain and degeneration
- helps heal leaky gut
- boosts metabolism, muscle mass and energy output
- strengthens nails, hair and teeth
- improves liver health
- improves cardiovascular health
- increases skin elasticity and moisture (2)
Benefits of Healthy Skoop Daily Greens (3)
- made with organic fruits, veggies, greens, and grasses
- provides clean, all-day energy through micronutrients and phytonutrients
- probiotics to aid in digestive health
- contains adaptogens which may help increase resistance to stress and boost energy, mental clarity and overall resiliency
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Benefits of Protein (4)
- boosts muscle mass
- helps manage your weight by filling you up
- stabilizes blood sugar levels
- improves your mood
- promotes healthy brain functioning
- helps maintain strong bones
- protects heart health
Benefits of Spinach (5)
- defends against heart disease
- boosts immunity
- can protect against diabetes
- protects eye health
- helps maintain bone health
- preserves skin health
- helps with detoxification
- high source of magnesium
- defends against cognitive decline
Benefits of Flax (6)
- high in fiber but low in carbs
- high in Omega-3 fatty acids
- helps lower cholesterol
- gluten-free
- high in antioxidants (Lignans)
- supports digestive health
- may help prevent cancer
- may help with weight loss
- helps decrease menopausal and hormonal imbalance symptoms
Benefits of Pineapple (7)
- potential anti-inflammatory and digestive benefits
- antioxidant protection and immune support
- manganese and thiamine for energy production and antioxidant defenses
- potential protection against muscular degeneration
Benefits of Bananas (8)
- may help prevent high blood pressure
- fiber helps regulate the speed of digestion
- supports overall digestive health
- source of potassium
Benefit of Strawberries (9)
- anti-inflammatory properties of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory phytonutrients
- cardiovascular benefits
- helps regulation of blood sugar
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See what I mean by a super boost of good things for your body!
The Healthy and Delicious Strawberry Banana Smoothie is nutrient dense, tastes good and is a great boost in the morning to start your day. Dairy Free, Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 3 handfuls fresh spinach leaves
- 1.5 cups water
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 banana, peeled and frozen
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseeds
- 1 serving Great Lakes Gelatin
- 1 serving Healthy Skoop Daily Greens with Adaptogens
- 1 scoop Healthy Skoop Plant Powered Protein
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Place the spinach and water into the blender and blend until the mixture is a juice consistency.
- Add the remaining ingredients.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Divide the smoothie into 2 airtight containers and store in the refrigerator.
One of the amazing thing about smoothies is how easy they are to make and to adapt to your taste. Add the things you love and omit what you don’t like.
The smoothies are prepped in batches of 2 the night before giving the option of a smoothie for breakfast and lunch or dinner because sometimes a day is a 2-smoothie-kind-of-day.
A green smoothie is the last step of a daily ritual and routine. It’s the perfect ending to a miracle morning.
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This information is not intended as a substitute for the medical advice and supervision of your personal physician. Please consult with a doctor with any medical issues, making diet changes or before beginning a training program.
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October 29, 2018 at 1:33 amThis is AWESOME! My girls’ birthday party is this weekend so I may just have to slightly adjust the cake plans. Thanks for sharing, Marlynn!
Helen says
April 17, 2018 at 12:13 pmI LOOOVE smoothies. I like adding frozen avocado and kale in. I’m vegan though so wouldn’t add collagen as it’s usually made from fish or derived from animal flesh. Unless you know of a cruelty free option?
karolina says
April 16, 2018 at 4:04 amI actually have a very similar recipe that I use and it’s delicious! The ingredients are identical – I just add some honey to make it a bit sweeter:)
Rose-Marie says
April 15, 2018 at 9:39 pmThese look nice! I have had a few green smoothies and pretty much had to poke them down with a stick! But these look enticing! Rose @ Our House of Love
Emily Fata, www,emulatingemily.com says
April 15, 2018 at 9:12 amI’ve been searching for the perfect green smoothie recipe. It looks like this just might be it!
Indrani says
April 15, 2018 at 4:57 amThis is so full of health, to ignore would be foolishness. I like how you have highlighted the positive health values.
Karla says
April 15, 2018 at 4:06 amI’ve read a lot of smoothie recipes but it’s my first time to read about their benefits. Thanks for all this info! It inspired me to make my own smoothie!
Naomi says
February 17, 2018 at 1:35 pmThis sounds so yummy. I have a similar green smoothies every day but without banana as I’m allergic. I currently take collagen supplements but would be interested in adding it to my smoothie.
Christie Moeller says
February 17, 2018 at 11:22 amOOH this sounds so yummy! Pinning and trying!
xoxo Christie
Cristine says
February 17, 2018 at 9:32 amI didn’t know that collagen has detox qualities. I will have to look into this info
Chastity says
February 17, 2018 at 8:40 amI totally need more spinach, strawberries and pineapple in my life. I have RA and those items always make me feel fabulous
Cori - Sweet Coralice says
February 16, 2018 at 9:47 pmI love smoothies but have never included spinach in one. Definitely would love to give this one a try 🙂
Andre I Benstrends says
February 15, 2018 at 9:54 amI’m a fan of green smoothies and the flavor combinations here looks delicious. The mix of pineapple, makes it more tastier and healthier. Thanks for the breakdown of health benefits.
Farrah says
February 14, 2018 at 7:34 pmI really need to start making more green smoothies again! I love that you added pineapple to this!
Agness of Run Agness Run says
February 14, 2018 at 10:17 amI love green smoothies and this is one hell of a recipe, Jill. A perfect combination of some nutrient-dense ingredients. Can I use fresh instead of frozen ingredients?
Kamree says
February 13, 2018 at 2:46 pmYum! I love how you also shared the benefits of drinking the smoothie! I can’t wait to try it for myself.
xo – Kam
Julie @ Running in a Skirt says
February 13, 2018 at 1:54 pmHow delicious! I love mango in my green smoothies. I can’t bring myself to try the beef or chicken collagen, but I’ve got to try the fish or egg one.
Cristine says
February 13, 2018 at 1:47 pmSmoothies can be a great way to hide foods that some people don’t like. Since some flavors dominate others, it can be a huge nutritional boost and quite tasty.
Angela @marathonsandmotivation.com says
February 13, 2018 at 9:29 amI love a good smoothie recipe and that sounds perfect! The combo of ingredients is right up my alley, can’t wait to try this!
Pooja says
February 13, 2018 at 8:52 amI do like (not always love) green smoothies, but pineapple is a new one for me. Didn’t know about collagen being ingestible. Need to look into this 🙂
La Shell says
February 13, 2018 at 8:27 amOMG I know green smoothies are so good for you but I just cant get past the taste. I have never had a good tasting one. Lol. I think I may give this one a try and see how it goes. Wish me luck!
Laura says
February 12, 2018 at 11:59 pmI’m a big fan a green smoothies that taste good 😀 The pineapple and banana just makes a big differnece in there.
Roxy says
February 12, 2018 at 10:34 pmI keep hearing that I need to get some powdered greens to add to my smoothie and just haven’t gotten around to it. My bigger issue is that whenever I add Spinach it never really liquifies. Like I’m legit still shewing it! What am I doing wrong??
Jessica Levinson says
February 12, 2018 at 10:30 pmI love thick and creamy smoothies! Your green smoothie looks like a great way to start my day!
Molly says
February 12, 2018 at 10:16 pmI love, love, LOVE a good green smoothie! I only have two recipes in my rotation right now, so it looks like I’ll be trying this one out soon. It sounds delicious!
Molly // Miss Molly Moon
dixya @food, pleasure, and health says
February 12, 2018 at 8:56 pmi keep hearing so many things about collagen but i have yet it. love all the benefits you listed.
LeeAnn says
February 12, 2018 at 8:28 pmIt took me forever to finally try a green smoothie because I was so turned off by the color. But so glad I did because now they are my favorite!
Deborah Brooks says
February 12, 2018 at 7:50 pmThat looks very springlike and light! I wish there was a vegetarian version of collagen
Chrissy @ Snacking in Sneakers says
February 12, 2018 at 7:37 pmThis green smoothie sounds tasty! I was just working on a green smoothie recipe earlier this morning for an upcoming blog post. I love them!
Sarah says
February 12, 2018 at 7:22 pmLove how you broke it down and each ingredient has a purpose! I’m a big fan of green smoothies!
Emily says
February 12, 2018 at 4:29 pmMmm I love green smoothies! I don’t crave them as much in the winter but yesterday I finally got an itch and made a really yummy berry one. It was so thick and yummy because I used frozen fruit and veggies. This recipe looks really good too. I’m obsessed with my collagen peptides and I love Healthy Skoop too.
Ritika says
February 12, 2018 at 3:59 pmWow! Look at that beautiful color! I was so scared to try spinach in smoothies, but now that I have, I can’t go back! It’s a great way to get iron and all the nutrients from veggies quickly! I’ll be saving this recipe for tomorrow!
Mikki says
February 12, 2018 at 3:51 pmThis looks like a great smoothie. Love the addition of the collagen. I’ve been trying to add that into my diet more lately too.
Abbey Sharp says
February 12, 2018 at 3:25 pmThis smoothie looks super delicious and love all of its health benefits!
Leah says
February 12, 2018 at 3:16 pmI love green smoothies, I would have to replace the protein powder because I only eat one meal with animal protein a day, but this recipe sounds incredible. I love pineapple it seems to help tone down the earthiness of the spinach!! Your benefits break down was incredible!!
Kyla Matton Osborne | 24 Carrot Diet says
February 12, 2018 at 2:59 pmI still haven’t tried green smoothies. This one sounds like it would be quite sweet. I love pineapple with spinach, so I’m sure I’d like that part.
Christina says
February 12, 2018 at 1:23 pmI love the flavor combination! As a vegan, I won’t eat beef collagen, but I wonder if there’s an animal-free alternative with similar benefits.