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Blueberry Citrus Smoothie with Spinach

Last updated on September 2, 2020. Originally published February 2, 2017 14 Comments

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This Blueberry Citrus Smoothie is made with only 7 ingredients and is ready in under 5 minutes! A green smoothie packed full of antioxidants and Vitamin C! It’s gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan and paleo, making it an amazing breakfast or snack!

Front view of a glass of Blueberry Citrus Smoothie with Spinach

This recipe comes to you from sunny Palm Springs, California! I’m currently having an amazing time blending up some fun with the Vitamix team at the Altitude Summit! Soo…in order to include you in the festivities I have a smoothie recipe for you!

And yes, it’s loaded with citrus because I’m #obsessed.  This Blueberry Citrus Smoothie only has 7 ingredients and is loaded with Vitamin C and antioxidants! Plus it’s paleo, vegan, gluten and dairy-free with no added sweeteners!

I know smoothies seem like a summer thang, but in reality they reach the height of their popularity between January and March {New Year’s resolutions}! Fresh fruit can get pricey during the winter months, but frozen fruit is affordable all year long, and perfect to use in smoothies!

Overhead view of Blueberry Citrus Smoothie with Spinach

How to make the best green smoothies

Here are a few tips on making the best green smoothies EVER!

Use frozen ingredients as much as possible

Using frozen ingredients ensures a thicker, creamier smoothie that’s not diluted by adding ice. The only fruit I used that wasn’t frozen was the orange and grapefruit!

Use a Vitamix

This should go without saying, but to make the best Blueberry Citrus Green Smoothie EVER you need to use a high-quality blender.

Serve Immediately, or freeze 

Green smoothies taste best when enjoyed immediately! If you ever have any leftovers, I recommend freezing them in ice cube trays and using them in your next smoothie!

front view of a Blueberry Citrus Smoothie with Spinach

Blueberry Citrus Smoothie: Ingredients & Substitutions

  • Protein powder: Choose your favorite vanilla, plant-based protein powder. I highly recommend Sprout Living or Orgain. If you’d prefer not to use protein powder you can add chia seeds, hemp seeds, or ground flaxseed for a little added protein and fiber!
  • Almond Milk: Feel free to use any non-dairy milk!
  • Fruit: feel free to substitute your favorite berries or citrus fruit to make this green smoothie recipe your own!

Overhead side view of a glass of Blueberry Citrus Smoothie with Spinach

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Blueberry Citrus Smoothie with Spinach

Laura
This Blueberry Citrus Smoothie is made with only 7 ingredients and is ready in under 5 minutes! A green smoothie packed full of antioxidants and Vitamin C!
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins
Course Breakfast, Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 2 Servings
Calories 251.5 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 TBS plant-based vanilla protein powder
  • 1 banana frozen
  • 1 cup blueberries frozen
  • ½ small grapefruit about ½ cup
  • 1 small/medium orange
  • 2 cups spinach frozen

Instructions
 

  • Add ingredients in the order listed to your Vitamix (or other high-powered blender).
  • Start blending on low speed and gradually increase to high.
  • Blend on high for 50-70 seconds or until all the ingredients are incorporated and your mixture is smooth.
  • Pour into cups and serve immediately!

Nutrition

Calories: 251.5kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 14gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.1gSodium: 204mgPotassium: 802mgFiber: 10gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 3550IUVitamin C: 112.2mgCalcium: 410mgIron: 3.5mg
Keyword blueberry smoothie, citrus smoothie, green smoothie pancakes, spinach smoothie
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Overhead view of a Blueberry Citrus Smoothie with Spinach

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Filed Under: Breakfast, Eat Seasonal, Gluten-Free, Paleo, Recipes, Smoothies, Snacks, Vegan, Vitamix Tagged With: breakfast, smoothie, vitamix

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  1. Dee Dee

    June 13, 2018 at 7:22 pm

    5 stars
    Just made this smoothie for dinner and breakfast tomorrow since it was two servings. I love it!!! This is a keeper! Never liked blueberry smoothies so much but the addition of citrus was brilliant! I was low on spinach so I added avocado and it was divine! Can’t wait to try more of your recipes! Thanks for the inspiration!

    Reply
    • Laura

      June 14, 2018 at 3:59 pm

      SO glad you enjoyed it Dee Dee!!! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Camille Hanson

    January 7, 2018 at 12:04 am

    This looks amazing. Do you use just the juice from the grapefruit and orange or do you put everything except the skin in the blender? I want to try this tomorrow morning! Your recipes are amazing. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Laura

      January 7, 2018 at 7:27 am

      I put the entire fruit into the blender except for the peel and seeds!

      Reply
  3. Alisa Fleming

    February 2, 2017 at 9:46 pm

    I just love the color of wild blueberry smoothies! The use of grapefruit is so intriguing. I’ll be trying that soon.

    Reply
    • Laura

      February 11, 2017 at 8:31 am

      I love adding grapefruit to my smoothies! It’s a new thing for me this winter!

      Reply
  4. Meg @ With Salt and Wit

    February 2, 2017 at 8:51 pm

    This smoothie sounds amazing! I love adding vanilla protein powder in my smoothies!

    Reply
    • Laura

      February 11, 2017 at 8:32 am

      I totally do too! It gives it more staying power and enhances the taste without added sweeteners!

      Reply
  5. Sarah

    February 2, 2017 at 5:45 pm

    Love the color and blueberry smoothies! I had a blueberry smoothie bowl every day for months last summer/fall. I’ve been craving them hard lately.

    Reply
    • Laura

      February 11, 2017 at 8:33 am

      Time to get back in the swing of it! 😉

      Reply
  6. Taylor Kiser

    February 2, 2017 at 9:57 am

    This smoothie has such a gorgeous color! I am really enjoying the winter citrus that’s available now! I also love using frozen fruit to help keep my smoothies thick and delicious! Can’t wait to try this smoothie!

    Reply
    • Laura

      February 11, 2017 at 8:34 am

      YES! Frozen fruit and greens are key to a great smoothie!

      Reply
  7. Emily

    February 2, 2017 at 8:31 am

    I’m seriously loving you sharing your snaps from the blogger event, and this looks like another WONDERFUL submission for this year’s contest. I loved your coffee cake last year.

    Reply
    • Laura

      February 11, 2017 at 8:34 am

      It was a great week for sure! 🙂 Thank you Emily!

      Reply

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