Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk (or more, as needed)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Fresh Lime Juice
  • 2 tablespoons Shelled Hemp Seeds (Hemp Hearts)
  • 2 packed cups Fresh Baby Spinach
  • 1 medium Frozen Banana
  • 1 cup Frozen Mango Chunks
  • 1 teaspoon Maple Syrup or Honey (optional sweetener)

Instructions:

  1. Lay the Foundation: Add the almond milk and fresh lime juice into the base of the blender jug.
  2. Incorporate Greens and Seeds: Place the baby spinach and the hemp seeds directly into the liquid. Pulse the mixture 2-3 times until the spinach is mostly broken down and incorporated into the liquid.
  3. Add the Frozen Components: Transfer the frozen banana and the frozen mango chunks to the blender jug.
  4. Blend to Perfection: Begin blending on a low speed, gradually increasing the speed to medium-high. Use the blender tamper or stop to scrape down the sides, until the texture is completely smooth and uniform, with no visible flecks of spinach or chunks of frozen fruit.
  5. Adjust Consistency and Taste: If the mixture is too thick, add more liquid (almond milk or water) one tablespoon at a time. Taste the smoothie, and if needed, add the optional sweetener (maple syrup or honey) and blend for 5 seconds.
  6. Serve Immediately: Divide the Mango Banana Hemp Seed Green Smoothie evenly into two chilled glasses and serve straight away.