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This delicious spinach smoothie is made with nut butter, yogurt, and avocado for extra creaminess. It’s a great way to add some leafy greens to your morning!

Spinach smoothie topped with finely shredded coconut in a glass on a wooden cutting board

Are you looking for a healthy way to start your day that can be ready in about 5 minutes or less? This spinach smoothie is just what you need!

It’s a great way to kick start your morning with some leafy greens and healthy fats. The texture is ultra-creamy thanks to the nut butter, Greek yogurt, and avocado, and the taste is lightly sweet with a hint of vanilla.

Basically, it’s the perfect way to start the day. And all you have to do is throw everything in your blender!

Give your morning a boost with this delicious, healthy, and crazy-easy smoothie recipe.

How to make a low-carb spinach smoothie

This low-carb smoothie comes together in just 4 simple steps with less than 10 ingredients.

Step 1: Add all of the ingredients except the ice to a blender.

Smoothie ingredients in the blender, as seen from above

Step 2: Blend until smooth.

Ingredients in the blender after being blended, as seen from above

Step 3: Add the ice and pulse until the ice is mostly crushed.

Step 4: Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

I like to top mine with some finely-chopped shredded coconut!

Green smoothie in a glass with a straw, topped with fine coconut, sitting on a wooden cutting board

Variations for this recipe

There are a few different ways you can make this smoothie based on your tastes and preferences. Feel free to customize it for you!

Don’t have any spinach on hand? Substitute with another leafy green! Kale, chard, or even beet greens would all be delicious in this recipe.

Looking for a vegan-friendly option? Use a vegan brand of Greek yogurt and your favorite kind of nut milk!

Want to add a little tartness? Some lemon juice would give your smoothie a vibrant, bold flavor that would be wonderful on a hot summer’s day.

Have some fun and find the recipe that’s perfect for you!

Storage

This recipe is for 2 servings. If you only plan to drink 1 at a time, just store the extra serving in an airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoy it within a day or so.

You can also make your smoothie the night before and store it in the refrigerator so it’s ready to grab-and-go in the morning!

Other healthy smoothie recipes

Smoothies are great as a nutritious breakfast or a tasty afternoon snack. Honestly, there’s never a bad time to enjoy one! And when you make it at home, you’ll know it isn’t packed with unnecessary sugar or artificial ingredients.

Here are a few of my favorite healthy smoothie recipes I know you’ll love:

For even more smoothie inspiration, check out this roundup of the best low-carb smoothies for diabetics!

When you’ve tried this smoothie, please don’t forget to let me know how you liked it and rate the recipe in the comments below!

Spinach Smoothie (Low-Carb & Gluten-Free)

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This delicious spinach smoothie is made with nut butter, yogurt, and avocado for extra creaminess. It's a great way to add some leafy greens to your morning!
Author: Diabetic Foodie
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients 

  • 2 tablespoons nut butter of choice
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ avocado, (pitted)
  • ¼ cup milk, (or almond milk)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • a few drops of sweetener, (to taste)
  • 1 cup ice

Instructions

  • Add all of the ingredients except the ice to a blender.
  • Blend until smooth.
  • Add the ice and pulse until the ice is mostly crushed.
  • Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Notes

This recipe is for 2 servings of spinach smoothie.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and should be enjoyed within a day or so.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Spinach Smoothie (Low-Carb & Gluten-Free)
Serving Size
 
250 mL
Amount per Serving
Calories
236
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
16.1
g
25
%
Saturated Fat
 
2.7
g
14
%
Trans Fat
 
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.7
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
3.5
g
Cholesterol
 
8.1
mg
3
%
Sodium
 
66.9
mg
3
%
Potassium
 
473.8
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
 
11
g
4
%
Fiber
 
4.4
g
18
%
Sugar
 
4.8
g
5
%
Protein
 
11.1
g
22
%
Net carbs
 
6.6
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.