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This green spinach banana cottage cheese smoothie is an easy way to get greens and protein in one glass. The banana and pineapple keep it sweet, so you taste the fruit and not the spinach. It is creamy, mild, and ready in five minutes.
why make this recipe
- Quick: it takes about 5 minutes and one blender.
- Creamy and filling: cottage cheese gives the drink body and protein.
- Simple ingredients: everything is easy to find at a regular grocery store.
how to make Green Spinach Banana Cottage Cheese Smoothie
Add the liquid to the blender first, then the cottage cheese and the rest of the ingredients. Blend until completely smooth so there are no curds. Serve right away while it is cold and thick.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 3/4 cup milk of choice or almond milk
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
Directions:
- Add the milk, spinach, and cottage cheese to the blender and blend for 20 seconds.
- Add the banana and pineapple.
- Blend until smooth and bright green, about 1 minute.
- Taste, add honey if you like, and serve right away.
Prep time: 5 minutes. Total time: 5 minutes. Makes: 1 smoothie.
how to serve Green Spinach Banana Cottage Cheese Smoothie
Serve it in a tall glass right after blending, with a straw or a spoon. It pairs well with toast, a boiled egg, or a handful of nuts for a fuller breakfast.
how to store Green Spinach Banana Cottage Cheese Smoothie
This drink is best fresh. If you have leftovers, pour them into a sealed jar and keep them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Shake or stir well before drinking, because the smoothie can separate.
tips to make Green Spinach Banana Cottage Cheese Smoothie
- Blend the spinach with the liquid first so there are no leaf pieces.
- Use baby spinach, which has a milder taste than mature leaves.
- A frozen banana makes the smoothie thick and cold.
variation (if any)
Add a few mint leaves for a fresher flavor, or half an avocado for extra creaminess.
FAQs
Can you taste the cottage cheese?
Only a little. When it is blended well with fruit or flavorings, cottage cheese adds a creamy texture and a mild tang, not a strong cheese taste.
Which cottage cheese is best for a drink?
Small curd cottage cheese blends the smoothest. Full-fat gives the creamiest texture, while low-fat works too if you blend it a little longer.
Can I make it without a high-speed blender?
Yes. Blend for 1 to 2 minutes and start with the liquid and cottage cheese so the curds break down before the other ingredients go in.