Winter Berry Spinach Smoothie (Printable)

A vibrant, nutrient-rich blend with winter berries and spinach for a healthy morning boost.

# What You’ll Need:

01 - 1 cup frozen mixed winter berries (cranberries, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries)

02 - 1 ripe banana

03 - 1 cup fresh baby spinach, packed

04 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk

05 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)

06 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)

07 - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

01 - Add frozen berries, banana, spinach, almond milk, and any optional add-ins into a blender.

02 - Blend on high speed until texture is completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.

03 - Taste the mixture and add more honey or maple syrup if desired.

04 - Pour the smoothie evenly into two glasses and serve immediately.

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It tastes indulgent and creamy despite being completely plant-based, so no one has to know it's actually good for you.
You can make it in less time than it takes to toast bread, which means more time for everything else.
The color alone will convince you that winter mornings are still worth waking up for.

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The frozen berries are non-negotiable—fresh ones will make this watery and sad, but frozen ones keep everything thick and creamy even without yogurt.
Blend less time and you get chunks; blend too long and the heat from friction warms everything up and changes the whole experience, so aim for that sweet spot around 60 seconds.

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Frozen fruit is cheaper than fresh in winter, and it actually makes better smoothies because the ice is already built in—you don't need to add water or watch everything get watery.
Prep your frozen berries in advance by measuring them into portions and storing them in a bag; then on mornings when everything feels impossible, you just grab one and go.