Green Machine Smoothie for Kids
A kid-approved, vibrant green smoothie that tastes like tropical fruit while hiding a full serving of nutrient-dense leafy greens. Perfectly sweet and creamy, it's the ultimate way to get toddlers and picky eaters to love their vegetables.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup baby spinach fresh, packed tightly
- 1 cup frozen mango chunks provides natural sweetness and creaminess
- 0.5 cup frozen pineapple tidbits adds tropical flavor
- 1 medium banana ripe with spots for maximum sweetness
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or any preferred milk of choice
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt plain, for protein and probiotics
- 1 tsp honey optional; omit for children under 1 year
- 1 tbsp chia seeds for healthy Omega-3 fats
Notes
Storage: Best served fresh, but can be stored in an airtight thermos for up to 4 hours. Make-ahead: Prepare 'smoothie packs' by freezing the fruit and spinach in a silicone bag; just add liquid and yogurt when ready to blend. Substitutions: Swap spinach for kale (remove ribs) or add half an avocado for extra healthy fats.