Blueberry Spinach Smoothie (No Banana)
If you’re looking for a spinach smoothie without banana that still turns out thick, creamy, and absolutely delicious, you’re in the right place. This blueberry spinach smoothie has been a go-to in my kitchen since 2015 and it’s stood the test of time for good reason: simple ingredients, a beautiful color, and no banana required.
As a nutrition coach and food blogger who’s been making smoothies almost every day in the summer for years, I know how important it is to find a smoothie that tastes great and helps you pack in more protein and veggies, without relying on bananas for texture or sweetness. Whether you’re avoiding bananas due to taste, diet, or simply running low (it happens!), this smoothie delivers.
If you love smoothies but aren’t a fan of bananas, here are a few more banana-free smoothies to try next: Peanut Butter Smoothie, Strawberry Smoothie without Banana, and Cherry Berry Kale Smoothie. They’re all packed with protein and perfect for busy mornings or a quick, satisfying breakfast.
Ingredients and substitutions
- Frozen spinach – A simple way to add veggies. You can use fresh baby spinach, just double the amount for the same impact.
- Frozen blueberries – Help make the smoothie thick and creamy. Using fresh? Add 1/4 cup of ice to get that same frosty texture.
- Ground flax seeds – Adds fiber and helps to thicken. You can swap in chia seeds or ground chia (a.k.a. chia protein).
- Nut butter or coconut butter – Adds richness and flavor. Use what you love—peanut butter, almond butter, tahini, or coconut butter all work well.
- Vanilla protein powder – Boosts sweetness, protein, and texture. No protein powder? Use 1/4 cup rolled oats and 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup.
How to make a blueberry spinach smoothie
Add all the ingredients to a high speed blender. Blend until smooth (1-2 minutes) . Serve cold.
Tips for Success
- No frozen spinach? Swap in frozen kale, frozen cauliflower rice, or frozen zucchini instead. All work well and still help sneak in extra veggies.
- Make it sweet enough by using a sweetened protein powder or add 1–2 teaspoons of maple syrup, honey, or a few pitted Medjool date for natural sweetness.
- Boost the protein – For a more filling smoothie, swap half the milk with Greek-style yogurt (regular or dairy free) to add creaminess and extra protein.
Blueberry Spinach Smoothie without banana
Guided Recipe Video
Ingredients
- ¾ cup frozen spinach
- ½ cup frozen blueberries
- 1 tablespoon flax seeds
- 1 tablespoon coconut butter - or nut butter of choice, see notes
- 1 serving vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 – 1 cup dairy free milk - see notes
Instructions
- Add ingredients to the blender in the order listed.¾ cup frozen spinach, ½ cup frozen blueberries, 1 tablespoon flax seeds, 1 tablespoon coconut butter, 1 serving vanilla protein powder, 1/2 – 1 cup dairy free milk
- Blend 1-2 minutes in a high speed blender until smooth.
Equipment
Recipe Notes
- Almond butter
- Sunflower seed butter (sunbutter)
- Cashew butter
- Peanut butter
- Tahini
Nutrition Information
Common questions
What is the best protein powder to use in smoothies?
I use a vegan vanilla protein powder in this recipe, it’s great for texture and creaminess. But any protein powder you enjoy will work, including whey, collagen, or grass-fed beef protein. If you’re looking for suggestions, check out my guide to the best protein powders for smoothies where I break down my favorites by flavor and ingredients.
Can I make this smoothie without protein powder?
Absolutely! If you’d rather skip protein powder, try one of these swaps:
- Hemp hearts – 3 tablespoons will add 10 grams of plant based protein
- Greek yogurt– a cup of greek yogurt will add about 20 grams of protein. There are also plant-based greek style yogurts that add about 12-13 grams of protein per cup.
- Cottage cheese – a cup of cottage cheese will add about 24 grams of protein.
Note: if you are skipping the protein powder, you will need to add some sweetness to the smoothie using maple syrup, honey or 2-3 pitted medjool dates.
Eat your greens! This is one of my favorite smoothies. Add some spirulina too for an intense neon-green color.
Bon appetit and have a great morning!
I love to include healthy, nutritious smoothies in my diet in a variety of ways, so I am delighted that you shared your
wonderful Blueberry Smoothie recipe with us on the Healthy Happy Green and Natural Party Blog Hop. I’m pinning and sharing.
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I used to eat bfast in the car every morning, but it left me feeling kind of stressed haha. Now I make time to have it before I leave. It feels nice to sit and enjoy breakfast sometimes! Looks delish, Sam :)
I have not tried coconut butter yet! I’m not a huge fan of the coconut flavor, although I don’t mind coconut oil!
I love blueberries and have been eating a ton of them! Oh yes, I eat in my car all the time in general. It’s really bad actually – the seat of my car has chocolate protein bar stains and other randomness from me always munching while driving!
Oh I have those flax seeds too and I’ll need to add them to my smoothies – I have blueberries too!
I like the spinach and the blueberries together. I will certainly need to give it a try.Great recipe!
Everyone is posting a smoothie recipe today! haha! Love blueberry smoothies though and I love the coconut butter!!
I love the color of this! You should pantone it, lol. And I just got myself a pint of blueberries. Eating them by the handful!
This is the first I have heard of coconut butter. I am intrigued! Lovely use of superfood blueberries and spinach. I love that you use frozen – no washing required! A beautiful smoothie!
I have been wanting to try coconut butter. I hear it’s delicious. I have never been much of a car eater. I would usually either eat at home or when I got into work.
I need to know more about coconut butter! Can’t go wrong with green smoothies. Shared the goodness.