# Green smoothie recipe — spinach and banana in 5 minutes

A green smoothie wins over even the vegetable skeptics: banana and apple soften the spinach, while ginger and lemon add a fresh edge. Copy the ingredients to your room and add them to the weekly shop.

*2 glasses · 5 min*

**In short:** A green smoothie takes five minutes: blend two handfuls of spinach with a banana, a green apple, half a cucumber and 250 ml of plant milk. The banana and apple mellow the spinach, ginger, lemon and mint add freshness and chia seeds add body. Put the liquid in the blender first and run it on high for 45–60 seconds for a smooth result.

## Ingredients

- Fresh spinach — 2 handfuls
- Banana — 1 ripe
- Green apple — 1
- Cucumber — ½
- Lemon — ½
- Fresh ginger — ½ inch
- Fresh mint — a few sprigs
- Chia seeds — 1 tbsp
- Plant milk — 1 cup
- Ice — 4–5 cubes

## Method

1. Wash and drain the spinach. Chop the banana, apple (cored) and cucumber roughly; peel the ginger.
2. Add the milk to the blender first, then the spinach, fruit, cucumber, ginger, mint and chia seeds.
3. Squeeze in the lemon juice and top with the ice.
4. Blend on high for 45–60 seconds until no pieces remain.
5. Taste; if it is too tart, add half a banana more. Serve right away.

## Frequently asked questions

### Is a green smoothie healthy?

It is a practical way to eat more vegetables and fruit, and because it is not strained it keeps the fibre. It is not a balanced meal on its own, though; add protein or fat such as chia, oats or yogurt to make it more filling.

### How do you stop a green smoothie tasting bitter or grassy?

Use more sweet fruit such as ripe banana, apple or a few dates, add a squeeze of lemon, and choose baby spinach, which is milder. Tougher greens like kale tend to taste stronger and more bitter.

### Can you make a smoothie ahead of time?

It is best fresh, when its colour and taste are at their peak. If you need to store it, keep it in a sealed bottle in the fridge for up to 24 hours and shake before drinking; separation is normal.

### Can I change the list?

Of course. The ready-made list is just a starting point: delete, add, move items between categories.

### Do I need an account?

No. A room code is all it takes — no email, password or signup.

### How long is the list kept?

As long as you use it. A list is only deleted after a month without any activity; even opening the room resets the clock.

### Can I install it on my phone?

Yes. With the room open, tap "Save Room" to add it to your home screen and open it with one tap.

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