This Blueberry Spinach Chia Detox Smoothie is a creamy, berry-sweet blend with a soft green boost and a little chia seed texture. It is perfect for a quick breakfast, a refreshing afternoon snack, or a Pinterest-worthy smoothie you can prep in minutes. Blueberries bring bright flavor, banana adds natural sweetness, spinach blends in smoothly, and Greek yogurt makes the whole drink thick and satisfying without feeling heavy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 packed cup fresh spinach
- 1 small ripe banana, sliced
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk, or milk of choice
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, optional
- 1/2 cup ice, optional, for a thicker smoothie
How To Make It
- Add the almond milk to the blender first. This helps the blades move easily and creates a smoother blend.
- Add the spinach, blueberries, banana, Greek yogurt, and chia seeds.
- Blend on high for 30 to 45 seconds, or until the smoothie looks creamy and the spinach is fully blended.
- Taste the smoothie. If you want it sweeter, add honey or maple syrup and blend again for a few seconds.
- For a colder, thicker smoothie, add the ice and blend until frosty.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy right away, or let it sit for 5 minutes if you want the chia seeds to thicken the texture slightly.
Tips
- Use frozen blueberries for the best thick, chilled texture. Fresh blueberries work too, but you may want to add extra ice.
- Baby spinach is the mildest option and blends into the berries without a strong green flavor.
- For a thicker smoothie bowl, reduce the milk to 1/2 cup and serve with sliced banana, extra blueberries, and a sprinkle of chia seeds.
- If your banana is very ripe, skip the added sweetener until after tasting.
- Want more protein? Use a thicker Greek yogurt or add a scoop of unflavored or vanilla protein powder.
- If the smoothie gets too thick after sitting, stir in a splash of milk to loosen it.
Blend it up and enjoy a fresh, berry-bright sip!