Sesame Banana Smoothie with Spinach and Greek Yogurt
A creamy, nutrient-packed smoothie blending ripe bananas, fresh spinach, Greek yogurt, and nutty sesame for a kid-friendly energy boost. This Mediterranean-inspired kid-friendly recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 5 minutes, blends ripe banana, fresh baby spinach, plain Greek yogurt into a quick blender drink — a fast breakfast, a pre-workout pour, or an afternoon energy boost, with nothing to wash up but the pitcher. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 2, so it works as a grab-and-go breakfast, a post-gym refuel, or a snack that holds you to the next meal. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 large ripe banana
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 tbsp tahini (sesame seed paste)
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 4-5 ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Peel and break 1 large ripe banana into chunks and add to a blender along with 1 cup fresh baby spinach and 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt.
- Step 2: Pour in 1 cup milk of your choice, add 1 tbsp tahini, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon.
- Step 3: Add 4-5 ice cubes, then blend on high speed for 30-40 seconds until the mixture is smooth and creamy with a vibrant green color.
- Step 4: Pour into glasses and serve immediately as a nutritious breakfast or snack for kids.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sesame Banana Smoothie with Spinach and Greek Yogurt take to make?
Total time is about 5 minutes (5 min prep + 0 min cook). Almost all of that is prep — once everything is in the blender it is under a minute to smooth. Portion the fruit into freezer bags ahead so mornings are just dump-and-blend.
How do I store leftover Sesame Banana Smoothie with Spinach and Greek Yogurt?
Smoothies are best within a few minutes of blending, but they keep in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours — fill it to the top so there is no air gap and shake before drinking, since separation is normal. For longer storage, freeze in an ice-cube tray and re-blend with a splash of liquid. Never reheat.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sesame Banana Smoothie with Spinach and Greek Yogurt?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sesame Banana Smoothie with Spinach and Greek Yogurt for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Sesame Banana Smoothie with Spinach and Greek Yogurt vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
