This spinach yogurt smoothie is one of the easiest ways to add a few extra greens into your day while keeping things creamy, balanced, and naturally sweet! Made with fresh spinach, Greek yogurt, milk, chia seeds, banana, and cashew butter, this smoothie blends into a smooth and satisfying drink that works well for breakfast, snack time, or even smoothie popsicles for kids.
As a dietitian and mom, I love smoothies like this because they combine protein, healthy fats, fiber, and carbohydrates in one simple recipe that supports steady energy and growth for both kids and adults. Plus, they can easily be turned into popsicles!
The banana and cashew butter naturally sweeten the smoothie while the yogurt adds creaminess and protein, making it a nutrient-dense option the whole family can enjoy.
Why You'll Love This Spinach Yogurt Smoothie
This smoothie is a favorite of ours because it’s:
- creamy and naturally sweet
- quick to make in under 5 minutes
- packed with protein and healthy fats
- toddler-friendly and easy to drink
- a simple way to add leafy greens into your routine
It’s also flexible, you can easily adjust the ingredients depending on what you have on hand. You should also try my immunity smoothie aka "pink smoothie" for another one of our favorites!
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- Why You'll Love This Spinach Yogurt Smoothie
- Ingredients You'll Need
- How to Make Your Spinach Yogurt Smoothie
- Hint for the Best Spinach Yogurt Smoothie
- Substitutions
- Variations
- Equipment
- Storing Spinach Yogurt Smoothie
- Tiff's Dietitian Tip
- FAQ
- Related
- Pairing
- Spinach Yogurt Smoothie (simple ingredients, no added sugar)
Ingredients You'll Need
Here's what you'll need to make this creamy spinach yogurt smoothie for kids:
- spinach - fresh spinach blends easily into smoothies and provides fiber, iron, and vitamin A
- banana - adds natural sweetness and helps create a creamy texture
- Greek yogurt - a great source of protein and calcium, which supports growth and helps keep smoothies filling
- milk - helps everything blend smoothly while adding additional nutrients
- chia seeds - adds fiber and omega-3 fats for extra nutrition
- cashew butter - provides healthy fats and a rich, creamy texture that balances the flavor of spinach
See recipe card for quantities.
How to Make Your Spinach Yogurt Smoothie
- Step 1: Add spinach, banana, Greek yogurt, milk, chia seeds, cashew butter, and vanilla extract to a blender.
- Step 2: Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
- Step 3: Add additional milk if needed to reach your desired consistency. Serve immediately or pour into molds to freeze into smoothie popsicles.
Hint for the Best Spinach Yogurt Smoothie
For the creamiest texture and best flavor, use frozen banana and blend the smoothie until completely smooth. Frozen banana helps naturally sweeten the smoothie and gives it a thicker, milkshake-like consistency without needing ice.
If your blender struggles with leafy greens, try blending the spinach and milk first, then add the remaining ingredients. This helps the spinach fully break down so the smoothie stays smooth and vibrant green.
Substitutions
If you don’t have all of the ingredients on hand, this spinach yogurt smoothie is easy to adjust with a few simple substitutions.
- spinach: fresh baby spinach works best, but you can also use frozen spinach or even kale
- banana: frozen mango, pineapple, or even a few dates can be used instead of banana to provide natural sweetness
- Greek yogurt: you can substitute regular plain yogurt or a dairy-free yogurt alternative if needed
- milk: any milk works well in this recipe, including dairy milk, oat milk, almond milk, or coconut milk
- chia seeds: hemp seeds or ground flaxseed can be used instead for a similar boost of fiber and healthy fats
- cashew butter: almond butter, peanut butter, or sunflower seed butter can be used in place of cashew butter depending on preference or allergy needs
Variations
One of the best things about this spinach yogurt smoothie is how easy it is to customize depending on what you have on hand!
- make it tropical: add frozen mango or pineapple for a naturally sweeter, tropical flavor that pairs well with spinach
- boost the protein: add an extra scoop of Greek yogurt or sprinkle in hemp seeds for additional protein
- make it dairy-free: use a dairy-free yogurt and plant-based milk such as oat milk, almond milk, or coconut milk
- turn it into smoothie popsicles: pour the blended smoothie into popsicle molds and freeze for 4-6 hours for an easy snack later in the week
Equipment
To make this spinach yogurt smoothie, you’ll need a blender to fully blend the spinach, yogurt, and chia seeds into a smooth and creamy texture. A high-speed blender works best, but a standard blender will work as well! Measuring cups and spoons can help portion the ingredients accurately, and if you plan to turn the smoothie into popsicles, you’ll also want popsicle molds for freezing.
Storing Spinach Yogurt Smoothie
This spinach yogurt smoothie is best enjoyed fresh, but you can store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours in a sealed jar. If separation occurs, simply shake or stir before drinking. You can also freeze the smoothie into popsicle molds or silicone trays for longer storage. Smoothie popsicles will keep well in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Tiff's Dietitian Tip
When making smoothies for toddlers, try to include a combination of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates. This helps keep energy levels steady and makes the smoothie more satisfying than fruit-only smoothies. The Greek yogurt, chia seeds, and cashew butter in this smoothie help create that balance.
Smoothie popsicles are a great way to offer the same smoothie in a different form, which can make it feel more fun and novel for toddlers. They also work well as a cool snack during warmer months or when kids aren’t as interested in drinking smoothies.
FAQ
Yes. Frozen mango or pineapple can be used instead for sweetness and texture.
Yes. You can store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours or freeze it into smoothie popsicles.
Most people don’t notice the spinach flavor because the banana, yogurt, and cashew butter help balance the taste.
Yes! Just use dairy-free yogurt and milk.
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Pairing
These are my favorite dishes to serve with spinach yogurt smoothie:
Spinach Yogurt Smoothie (simple ingredients, no added sugar)
Equipment
- high speed blender
Ingredients
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 packed handful fresh spinach
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup milk of choice
- ¼-½ avocado depending how creamy you want it!
- 1 tablespoon cashew butter
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Instructions
- Add the spinach, frozen banana, Greek yogurt, milk, avocado, cashew butter, chia seeds, and vanilla extract to a blender.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
- Add a splash more milk if needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Serve immediately or pour into popsicle molds and freeze for smoothie popsicles.
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