Simple Creamy Green Smoothie
This dietitian-designed Simple Creamy Green Smoothie recipe is made with spinach, avocado, banana, chia, and hemp seeds. It’s high in protein and healthy fats for a super satisfying breakfast. Gluten-free with vegan option available!

Over the past couple months I’ve been making green smoothies about 5 mornings a week for my boyfriend and I. It’s safe to say we are hooked!
This simple creamy green smoothie recipe I’m about to share with you today is one of my favourite ingredient combinations thus far.
As a dietitian, I’ve made sure that this green smoothie is nutritionally balanced with healthy fats, protein, and fibre-rich carbohydrates to give you a satisfying and nourishing breakfast option.
This smoothie is packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like spinach, chia seeds, hemp seeds, almond butter, avocado, and banana. It’s nutty and has a natural sweetness from the banana, medjool date, and cinnamon.
I love how rich and creamy it is, plus it’s an excellent way to get greens in before noon! If you’re looking for a super satisfying and energizing way to start your day, you’ve come to the right place.
Want more smoothie recipe inspiration? Check out my roundup of easy, healthy smoothie recipes for more ideas!
What Makes This Smoothie Creamy?
To get your smoothies extra thick and creamy, you’ll want to follow some of these tips:
- Include a source of healthy fat! Fat really helps add a creamy texture to smoothies. This green smoothie has healthy fat sources like avocado, almond butter, chia and hemp seeds.
- Use frozen ingredients – this really helps make your smoothie extra thick. Purchase frozen fruits (they’re great for off-season times as they’re often cheaper + just as nutritious as fresh) or freeze your own! If you have fruits going bad – simply remove any non-edible bits (like banana peels), chop into smaller pieces, place in a reusable baggy, and pop in the freezer to use for later.
- Use a high-speed blender. I know this isn’t an option for everyone, but if you make smoothies regularly it can be a great investment. Your smoothie will be perfectly smooth in a minute or so.
My Favourite Blender
Vitamix Blender
I use this Vitamix almost every day. I bought it about 7 years ago and it still functions perfectly. It makes a super smooth and creamy smoothie in seconds (not to mention many other meals, like soups)!
Is This Green Smoothie Enough For Breakfast?
While not all green smoothies may provide you enough fuel for breakfast, this one certainly does!
We all have different needs, but I personally love having this one to start my day. It usually keeps me full well until lunch time.
Why is this one enough for breakfast? This green smoothie is packed with healthy fats, protein, and fibre.
This combination of nutritents helps to slow down digestion and elongates your blood sugar curve (i.e. no spikes + crashes), keeping you feeling full and satisfied for longer.
It’s not a low-calorie smoothie, but it’s a nutrient-dense one. Every ingredient in here provides a ton of nutrition!
Plus, we don’t necessarily want our meals to be low calorie. Calories provide our body with the energy it needs to get through our days!
Can You Freeze Green Smoothies?
Yes – you can freeze green smoothies! It’s a great way to include them in your breakfast meal prep.
One way to do this is by pouring any extra smoothie into silicone ice cube trays or muffin tins and placing them in the freezer.
Once frozen, you can pop out the smoothie “cubes” and store them in a freezer-safe bag. Just thaw them for a few hours or the night before you want the smoothie.
That said, this smoothie will keep for about 1-2 days in the fridge. Simply pour it into a jar with a lid and refrigerate. Separation is normal – just give the jar a good shake or put it in the blender again.
If your mornings are a rush, rest assured that you can make a smoothie the night before!!
Ingredients + Modifications
This recipe calls for simple, healthy ingredients like:
- Baby spinach, but feel free to try another green like kale if you’d like! I find spinach the most “neutral-flavoured” green, which is great for those of you new to green smoothies. You can barely taste it!
- Hemp + chia seeds, but if you only have 1 of these that’s ok. Just double the amount of the one you have.
- Almond butter, but you can use peanut butter if you prefer. Try to purchase nut butters where the only ingredient is almonds or peanuts, if possible.
- Banana – I used frozen because I like the texture, but you can use an unfrozen one too.
- Avocado – I use frozen as well (see above), but unfrozen will also work.
- Medjool date – this gives a little extra sweetness to this recipe!
- Ground cinnamon – also adds an extra kick of flavour + sweetness. Don’t skip it 🙂
- Almond milk, but you can use any milk or milk alternatives that you like. Just aim for an unsweetened one, if possible.
- OPTIONAL: If you’d like to add an extra boost of protein, you can try adding your favourite unflavoured or vanilla protein powder. This recipe also works well with unflavoured collagen powder.
Recipe Nutrition Notes
Spinach Nutrition:
- Great source of micronutrients, like vitamin A, C, K, folate, iron, and calcium.
- Packed with phytonutrients (plant compounds) that have antioxidant functions.
Avocado Nutrition:
- Rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fatty acids and dietary fibre. Just 1 cup of avocado provides about 40% of your daily fibre needs.
- Good source of micronutrients like vitamin C, B6, K, E, folate, magnesium, and potassium.
Banana Nutrition:
- A fibre-rich carbohydrate (one medium banana provides 3g of fibre).
- Good source of micronutrients like potassium, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and magnesium.
Hemp Seeds Nutrition:
- One of the best plant-based sources of omega-3 fatty acids, which play a role in heart health, brain health, and reducing inflammation throughout the body..
- Great source of plant-based protein, with just 3 tablespoons providing 10 grams of complete protein!
- Good source of vitamin E and minerals like zinc, iron, calcium, potassium, and magnesium.
Chia Seeds Nutrition:
- One of the best plant-based sources of omega-3s.
- Two tablespoons of chia seeds gives you 5 grams of plant-protein and 10 grams of dietary fibre (about 40% of your daily needs)!
- Rich in minerals like magnesium, calcium, and iron.
Almond Butter Nutrition:
- Excellent source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fatty acids.
- Good source of fibre (2 tablespoons gives you about 2 grams)
- Rich in micronutrients like vitamin E, magnesium, iron, and calcium.
- Good source of plant-based protein, with about 7 grams in 2 tablespoons.
As you can see, this green smoothie packs in a TON of nutrition, like fibre, protein, healthy fats, micronutrients, and antioxidants! I promise you it also tastes amazing :).
More Healthy Smoothie Recipes
- Banana Chai Smoothie With Vanilla
- Simple Cherry Smoothie With Yogurt
- Ginger Pear Green Smoothie
- Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie
- Strawberry Pineapple Spinach Smoothie
- Chocolate Banana Avocado Smoothie
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Get the Recipe: Simple Creamy Green Smoothie
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond milk, unsweetened (or other milk of choice)
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 2 Tbsp hemp seeds
- 2 Tbsp chia seeds
- 2 Tbsp almond butter, unsweetened
- 1 medium banana, frozen if possible
- 3/4 cup avocado chunks, frozen if possible
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 medjool date, pitted
- 5 ice cubes (if desired)
- Optional: 2 scoops unflavoured collagen powder or protein powder (if additional protein desired)
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into a high-speed blender, making sure to add the almond milk first (this helps with blending).
- Blend on high for about 2 minutes, or until smooth and creamy. Adjust sweetness to taste or add additional ice, if desired. If not using frozen avocado or banana, you will likely need a bit more ice to get it cold enough.
- Enjoy immediately or store for later!
Notes
Nutrition
As a dietitian, I create recipes with whole food ingredients that provide the nutrients needed for optimal health. My nutrition philosophy does not focus on numbers; however, I understand that this information can be helpful.
Do note that the nutrition info provided is an estimate and I cannot guarantee correctness of the displayed values. These numbers will differ depending on brands used, recipe modifications, and amount eaten. If you require specific nutrition information due to medical reasons, please consult with your dietitian or physician.
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28 Comments on “Simple Creamy Green Smoothie”
This was so yummy, great post workout drink and just the amount I needed to restore my energy! I didnt use frozen fruit or ice cubes which i definitely want to try next time for a nice cool drink on these 22 degree Days. Thanks carrieee Xox
Hi Bree! Yay yes this is such a yummy one post workout, plus it’s got lots of protein in there to repair those muscles :). Thank you so much for sharing so happy you enjoyed it!!
loved this so much. such a wholesome delicious smoothie. thank you carrie xx
Hi Paballo! Thank you so much for sharing!! I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed this one <3
I absolutely loved making this Smoothie! The recipe is Easy to follow and so yummy. This is perfect if you’re on the go! Please post more smoothie recipes! Thank you 🙏🏼
Hi Stephanie! Thank you so much for sharing – so happy to hear you enjoyed this one!! I will DEFINITELY post more smoothie recipes, I’ve already thought of some flavour combinations to test for you guys. Stay tuned! <3
Hello! I cannot eat bananas, do you know i could replace it?by the way, I Am big fan!
Hi Aline! Thank you so much 🙂
I haven’t tried this combination without the banana, but you could experiment with adding a bit more frozen avocado to get the same creaminess. Because the banana adds sweetness to this recipe, you’ll want to add in another medjool date!
Alternatively, you could try using a different type of frozen fruit (like frozen strawberries or blueberries). It’ll change the flavour, but I’m sure it would taste good :). Let me know how it goes!
Delicious smoothie! Blended like a dream and was the perfect post workout fuel. This will definitely become a staple in my smoothie rotation.
Hi Jessica! Thank you SO much for sharing – I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed this one! I love it after a workout too!!
Love love this smoothie. Does it do anything to for cholestorol?
Hi Tee! Thanks so much – so happy to hear you enjoy it. This smoothie is full of fibre and heart-healthy unsaturated fats which have been shown to improve cholesterol levels :).
Officially addicted to this smoothie. It’s like feeling good about having dessert for breakfast! Thanks for this one!
Hi Jenina! I’m so happy to hear that!! It’s seriously one of my favourites too – I’m so glad you enjoy it :). Happy Sunday!
I never comment on recipes but this is my favorite smoothie! So healthy and delicious. Only smoothie that keeps me full until lunch ☺️
Hi Sarah! I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed this one one!! You have no idea how much it means to get a comment – it really helps others find the recipe and also lets me know what you’re loving. So I really appreciate it! I’d love to know if you give any of my other smoothie recipes a try in the future 🙂
Do you have the nutritional information for the smoothie?
Hi Courtney!
For both personal and professional reasons, I intentionally choose not to include the exact nutrition breakdown of my recipes. Ultimately, focusing on numbers goes against my nutrition philosophy as a dietitian and I much prefer to highlight the various health benefits of the whole food ingredients that I use! That said, if you would like to calculate the nutrition breakdown you can always enter the recipe into a nutrition calculator like MyFitnessPal! Thank you for understanding <3.
Would love to try this recipe, I’m just wondering if I can substitute the medjool date for another sweetener?
Hi Paty! Yes of course. You can try adding another half banana and making sure they’re nice and ripe. Otherwise, a touch of maple syrup or honey would likely work here too :). I would taste it first and then add what you think is necessary!!
I made this for breakfast today. I eat a lot of avocados but have never put one in a smoothie. It was sooooooo good! The consistency was perfect and the occasional zing of the date added the perfect sweetness. Will be making again and again!
Hi Patti! Thank you so much for sharing your experience!! I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed this one and YAY for the avocado in smoothie discovery. I put them in almost every single smoothie now because they make the texture SO thick and creamy haha. Can’t wait for you to enjoy this one again 🙂 Happy Friday!
This is the best green smoothie recipe I’ve tried! I’m not usually a fan of them, but this one is wonderfully creamy with just the right amount of sweetness. Can’t wait to try more of Carrie’s smoothie recipes.
Hi Ash! Aw I’m so happy to hear this!! Thanks so much for sharing. It’s been one of my go-to’s for years :). I can’t wait to hear if you try any of the others!
Hi Carrie!
I have a question to start my fun off with using the new Vitamix 750 Professional Series blender! 🤗 In one of your blogs, you recommended for us to place liquids at the bottom, followed by greens, and finally the heavier ingredients.
I saw in the Vitamix Instructional Manual an order list of ingredients listed (liquids, dry goods, leafy greens, fruits and veggies, ice and frozen ingredients) that was DIFFERENT than the Vitamix.com recipe website recommended blending order: (liquids, soft fruits and vegetables, leafy greens, frozen ingredients, nuts and seeds). I called the Vitamix customer service number and a lady told me to go by the Vitamix.com recipe website list because it is the most current.
If we go by this list: liquids, soft fruits and vegetables, leafy greens, frozen ingredients, nuts and seeds, where would dry ingredients (ex. oats, dry or fresh herbs and spices, etc.) and creamy, smooth nut and seed butters go in this list?
I can’t thank you enough for answering this question! 🙂
Hi Jordanna! Thank you so much for your question. Yay I’m so excited for you to start using your new Vitamix!!
I think the MOST important for order is to do liquids first, no matter what! After that, I personally always add my leafy greens next so that they get weighed down by the heavier ingredients – I find this helps to blend everything up quicker. Next, I usually do fruits/veggies (fresh or frozen), then any dry ingredients like seeds, spices, etc. last.
If you are using a lot of powders (like protein powder, cacao, etc.) you may want to put that in before fruits/veg, so that they don’t fly into the lid lol.
Honestly, the blender is so powerful that it’ll work either way (i.e. you can do the dry ingredients, spices, etc. before fruits/veg). Just be sure to get those liquids in first!! I hope that helps 🙂
Hi Carrie!
Thank you so much for answering my question on what order to use for the Vitamix. Your answer helped me tremendously!!! 🤗
I loved this smoothie so much! The taste and texture were sweet and creamy! After I took a sip I said, “Ahhhhh!” … so cool and refreshing! 😝 This is a great way to get more greens in my diet while still tasting like an indulgent treat! Thank you so much for this wonderful recipe, Carrie!
You are so welcome, Jordanna! Happy to help!!
I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed this smoothie! It’s truly one of my go-to breakfasts 🙂 So appreciate you taking the time to leave a review and I can’t wait to hear what you make next in the vitamix!