Spinach in a smoothie is the easiest vegetable win there is, you genuinely cannot taste it once it's blended with banana and kefir. Kefir is the real gut-health workhorse here, it typically carries a wider range of live bacterial and yeast strains than yogurt does, banana adds fiber and sweetness, and chia seeds throw in a bit of omega-3 and even more fiber. Blend, drink, done.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 banana
- 1 cup kefir
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- Ice, as needed
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add ice for a thicker consistency.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Calories | 260 |
| Total fat | 7g |
| Total carbohydrates | 38g |
| Dietary fiber | 8g |
| Protein | 12g |
| Sodium | 130mg |
Why This Is Good for Your Gut
Kefir is fermented with a broader community of bacterial and yeast strains than most yogurts, including species like Lactobacillus kefiri, giving your gut a wider variety of live cultures in one glass. Chia seeds add soluble fiber that forms a gel in the digestive tract, slowing digestion and feeding beneficial bacteria along the way, while spinach contributes folate and additional plant fiber.
Two minutes, one blender, and vegetables you'll never even taste. Your gut still gets the memo. Rotate in a Green Smoothie with Spirulina and Banana or a Papaya Ginger Digestive Smoothie to keep things interesting.
This recipe is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional dietary advice.
