Green Broccoli Smoothie

This broccoli smoothie is creamy, delicious, and refreshing! Naturally sweetened with fruits, it’s a healthy and nutritious way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet. Ready in less than 5 minutes!

I love green smoothies. I love their taste, their vibrant color, their versatility, and how they always make me feel better. However, I’m all about variety, especially when it comes to my diet. That’s why I decided to blend broccoli into a green smoothie to switch things up.

And let me tell you, if you’ve ever wondered whether you can put broccoli in a smoothie, the answer is absolutely yes! It’s such a simple and amazing way to get more veggies into your diet!

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• Tips for making a broccoli smoothie that tastes good
• Ingredients you’ll need
• How to make broccoli smoothie
• Recipe video
• Other tips & recipe notes
• Variations, additions & swaps
• FAQs
• Recipe

This thick and deliciously creamy broccoli smoothie is quick, easy, and packed with nutrients. It can be enjoyed as a healthy breakfast, a filling snack, or on the go.

Tips for making a broccoli smoothie that tastes good

After trying my fair share of broccoli smoothie combinations, I’ve found that there are two simple things you should always do that make them taste better.

1. Add fruits. Fruits can disguise the taste of broccoli in smoothies. Some of them work particularly well, including pineapple, mango, passionfruit, orange, tangerine, and mandarin. The natural acidity in these fruits perfectly complements the earthy taste of broccoli, making for a delicious and nutritious drink.
2. Make sure to blend well. Proper blending helps to fully incorporate all the flavors of the ingredients, resulting in a more balanced and enjoyable taste. It also ensures a smooth and consistent texture in the smoothie, without any chunks or bits that can be unpleasant to drink.

Ingredients you’ll need

• Frozen Broccoli Florets: I like using frozen broccoli in my smoothies because it’s affordable and convenient. Plus, it makes the smoothie creamier and chilled. And don’t worry, it’s totally safe to use frozen broccoli in smoothies!
• Frozen Pineapple: It provides a creamy and sweet base, as well as a burst of tropical flavor, making the smoothie more refreshing. This is a crucial ingredient in our broccoli smoothie (it really makes a difference in terms of taste), so don’t leave it out. If you’re not a fan of pineapple, you can substitute it with frozen mango chunks instead.
• Banana: I love using ripe bananas in my smoothies. They make it creamy, adds a velvety texture, and make it more filling. For this recipe, I recommend using fresh bananas, as they blend more easily. However, if you have a high-quality blender, you can also use frozen bananas.
• Spinach: Baby spinach adds more nutrients to smoothies, while being very mild in flavor.
• Almond Butter: Natural almond butter adds healthy fats and makes the smoothie filling. Any nut or seed butter works, like peanut butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter. Note that the flavor might change.
• Chia Seeds: For a boost of healthy fats, omegas, and minerals. They also add fiber and protein, making the smoothie more filling. You can add flax or hemp seeds instead.
• Ginger Powder: The addition of ginger brings a subtle but noticeable flavor that complements the sweetness of fruits and balances the earthy taste of vegetables like broccoli.
• Almond Milk: Unsweetened almond milk is one of my favorite liquid base for smoothies. It tastes great, it’s low in calories, and it’s available everywhere. You can use any milk of your choice. Use plant milk (oat, soy, cashew, coconut) to make this smoothie dairy-free and vegan if necessary. Soy milk is great for added protein. If you want to make this smoothie with no milk of any kind, use water instead.

Full ingredient measurements and detailed instructions are located in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. This section covers notes on ingredients and possible substitutions.

How to make broccoli smoothie

It’s super easy! Simply combine all ingredients in a blender, and blend until completely smooth and creamy. Taste the smoothie and add additional milk if it is too thick. And that’s it.

Note that you do not need a high-dollar blender to make this smoothie. If you use a high-powered blender (like Vitamix or Blendtec), your smoothie will have a finer, more even consistency. But you can certainly make this recipe in a regular blender too. I usually use my Nutribullet for individual smoothies, and it works great.

Recipe video

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Other tips & recipe notes

• Play around with the liquid amount! If your smoothie is too thick, add more milk or water a few tablespoons at a time.
• If you do have a high-speed blender, start on low speed, then gradually increase the speed to high to help blend all ingredients. This is particularly important when using a small amount of liquid.
• I highly recommend using frozen broccoli in smoothies as they give the best texture. But, if you don’t have frozen broccoli on hand, you can also use leftover cooked or steamed broccoli, or even raw broccoli. Just make sure to blend it well and adjust the texture to your liking.

Variations, additions & swaps

Make your broccoli smoothie unique by adding your preferred nutrient boosters and mix-ins. Here are some ideas:

• Easily add more protein to a smoothie by adding 1 scoop of your favorite protein powder, or even some greek yogurt or silken tofu.
• If you want to make this broccoli smoothie without banana, try adding frozen avocado instead and adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding maple syrup, honey, or pitted Medjool dates.
• You can also add rolled oats for extra fiber.
• Kale is also a great leafy green to add to smoothies, although it has a stronger flavor compared to spinach.
• I made this broccoli smoothie without yogurt, but feel free to add some if you prefer, such as greek yogurt or soy yogurt for a dairy-free version.

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