Busy morning? Say hello to your new favorite celery smoothie, ready in just 5 minutes! No chopping needed and only three simple ingredients.
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This is one of my all-time favorite smoothies, especially when I'm in a rush. It comes together with just 3 ingredients in less than 5 minutes and tastes amazing while also nourishing you with the goodness of plenty of greens.
Why You'll Love This Celery Smoothie
It's literally the easiest thing ever: no chopping involved, and ready in under 5 minutes. Just three simple ingredients: bananas, spinach, and celery greens. That's it!
And just look at that color for a second. Doesn't it instantly cheer you up? Because it totally brightens my day. That vibrant green just makes me happy. EVERY. SINGLE. TIME.
But beyond the looks, what I really love is how this spinach celery smoothie makes me feel. It's packed with leafy greens (hello, spinach! hi there, celery!), giving you that fresh, light energy boost.
Does It Taste "Grassy"?
No, not at all. Don't let that gorgeous green hue fool you into thinking this smoothie has a "grassy" taste, not even close. The ripe bananas bring all the sweetness, so the celery smoothie tastes more like a delicious treat. You don't even need any added sweeteners.
Is a Celery Smoothie Healthy?
Without making any health claims, this smoothie is such an easy way to sneak a few greens into your day. And thanks to the banana, it tastes sweet and mellow, not "green" at all.
It's also hydrating, gives you a bit of fiber, and comes with vitamins like K and C from the leafy greens. It can feel like a fresh start to your day or a light afternoon pick-me-up.
🍽 Recipe
3-Ingredient Celery Smoothie (Sweet & Refreshing)
Ingredients
- 2 big very ripe bananas
- 50 g baby spinach leaves (or a handful of regular spinach)
- Middle part of a celery stalk (the tender, pale-yellow inner stalks with light leaves-aka the heart of the stalk; or use two handfuls of celery leaves)
Instructions
- Peel the bananas and wash the spinach and celery.
- Add everything to your blender with 500-600 ml of water (2 to 2.5 cups). Blend until smooth.
- If the consistency is too thick for your taste, add a bit more water until it's just right.
Variations
I usually keep it simple, especially on warmer days. No nut butters, no extras, just pure, fresh celery-spinach-banana goodness.
But if you're looking to turn this into more of a filling small meal, you've got options:
- Oats: ½ cup, for extra fiber.
- Cashew or almond butter: 1 or 2 tablespoons, for a little creamy richness and healthy fats.
- Chia seeds or linseeds: 1 to 2 tablespoons, for a boost of omega-3s.
Add just one or go wild with all three, it works either way.
FAQs
Sure, go for it. Just keep in mind that the flavor could be a bit more "green".
Of course. You'll just want to add something for sweetness and creaminess. Try 2 tablespoons of raisins or 3-4 pitted dates for natural sweetness, plus 2 tablespoons of cashew or almond butter for a smoother texture.
Since it only takes 5 minutes, I usually make it fresh. That's when it tastes best. But if needed, you can prepare it up to a day in advance and store it in the fridge. Just give it a good stir before drinking.
More Delicious Smoothie Recipes
If you like smoothies with added greens, you might also enjoy the following recipes:
- Double green spirulina smoothie
- Fennel stems smoothie
- Blueberry smoothie with celery leaves
- Fall smoothie with grapes & apples
- Watermelon mint smoothie
- Fall celery smoothie with grapes & apples
Enjoy,
Ramona
PS: If you try it, tell me in the comments how it turned out. I'm always curious.
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