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Green Apple Smoothie Recipe for a Portable Blender
A fresh, creamy smoothie with green apple, spinach, Greek yogurt and almond milk—with exact recipes for Blendit’s 500ml and 350ml portable blenders.
This green apple smoothie combines crisp fruit, mild spinach and creamy Greek yogurt in a refreshing one-serving drink.
The original recipe used one whole apple plus yogurt and milk, which can overfill a personal blender. This version uses measured quantities that leave enough room for safe circulation.
Green Apple Smoothie — 500ml Version
Creamy, lightly tart and balanced with optional honey.
Ingredients
- 120ml unsweetened almond milk
- 80g plain Greek yogurt
- 100g green apple, cored and chopped
- 20g baby spinach
- 3 small ice pieces
- Optional: 1 teaspoon honey
- Optional: pinch of cinnamon
Instructions
- Add almond milk first.
- Add Greek yogurt and spinach.
- Add chopped apple and optional cinnamon.
- Add small ice pieces without exceeding the fill line.
- Secure and align the blender correctly.
- Blend for one full cycle and repeat briefly if needed.
- Taste and add honey only if needed.
- Serve immediately.
Cut the apple into small pieces, use enough liquid and stay below the maximum fill line. Remove the core and seeds before blending.
Smaller recipe for a 350ml blender
| Ingredient | 350ml version | 500ml version |
|---|---|---|
| Almond milk | 85ml | 120ml |
| Greek yogurt | 50g | 80g |
| Green apple | 65–70g | 100g |
| Spinach | 10–12g | 20g |
| Ice | 2 small pieces | 3 small pieces |
| Honey | ½ teaspoon, optional | 1 teaspoon, optional |
If the smoothie is too thick, add one tablespoon of milk at a time and blend again.
The best blending order
Milk helps the blades start moving and prevents thick ingredients from settling near the base.
These blend more evenly when placed near the liquid.
Small pieces reduce strain and help create a smoother texture.
Use small pieces and leave enough room for circulation.
Read Best Portable Blender for Smoothies, Protein Shakes & Fresh Juice for more technique guidance.
Why these ingredients work together
Green apple
Green apple gives the smoothie a crisp, lightly tart flavour. Peeling is optional, but removing the peel creates a smoother texture in compact blenders.
Greek yogurt
Plain Greek yogurt adds creaminess and protein without making the drink overly sweet.
Spinach
Baby spinach has a mild flavour that works well with apple and yogurt.
Almond milk
Unsweetened almond milk keeps the smoothie light. Oat milk makes it creamier, while dairy milk gives a fuller body.
Easy variations
Add a pinch of cinnamon and omit spinach for a softer flavour.
Add a very small piece of peeled fresh ginger for a sharper finish.
Increase Greek yogurt slightly and reduce milk so the recipe remains below the fill line.
Use unsweetened plant-based yogurt with almond or oat milk.
Explore 20 Best Fruits for Smoothies for more combinations.
Estimated nutrition per serving
Using unsweetened almond milk, plain Greek yogurt and no honey, the 500ml recipe provides approximately:
| Nutrient | Estimated amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 130 kcal |
| Carbohydrate | 19g |
| Protein | 9g |
| Fat | 2–3g |
| Fibre | 3g |
One teaspoon of honey adds approximately 20 calories. Actual values vary by brand and quantity.
Can you prepare it in advance?
Fresh is best. Apple can darken after cutting, and the smoothie may separate during storage.
If necessary, refrigerate it tightly covered for up to 12 hours and shake well before drinking.
Rinse the blender promptly so yogurt and fruit do not dry around the blades. See How to Clean and Maintain a Portable Blender.
Prepare it with Blendit
The recommended size for the full recipe.
Use the reduced recipe for a smaller serving.
Blend a fresh green apple smoothie
Choose the size that fits your Blendit blender, add liquid first and enjoy the smoothie immediately.
Green apple smoothie FAQs
Should I peel the apple?
Peeling is optional. Keeping the peel adds texture, while peeling creates a smoother result.
Can I use regular yogurt?
Yes. Regular yogurt creates a thinner smoothie and may require less milk.
Can I use oat milk?
Yes. Oat milk creates a creamier and slightly sweeter result.
Can I leave out spinach?
Yes. The smoothie will taste more strongly of apple and yogurt.
Why is it too thick?
Add one tablespoon of milk at a time and blend again.
Can I use frozen apple?
Yes, but use small pieces and allow very hard pieces to soften briefly.
Can I prepare it the night before?
Fresh is best. If necessary, refrigerate tightly covered for up to 12 hours.
Is honey necessary?
No. Blend and taste first, then add it only if needed.
Final thoughts
This green apple smoothie is an easy everyday recipe for either Blendit blender size. Use the measured version that matches your bottle, keep the ingredients below the fill line and adjust the milk one tablespoon at a time for your preferred texture.
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