SmoothiesGreen Machine Recovery Smoothie
Spinach, banana, protein and pineapple - 32g protein in a glass that doesn't taste like grass.
Prep
5m
Cook
0m
Total
5m
Servings
1
kcal
410
Protein
32g
Carbs
52g
Fat
8g
Macros per serving
Allergen warning
Contains: Dairy, Tree Nuts.
Auto-detected from the ingredient list. Always double-check labels on packaged items (e.g. protein powders, sauces, breads), many are produced in facilities that also handle nuts, soy, milk, wheat or eggs. If you have a severe allergy, do not rely on this list alone.
Overview
Why it works
A green smoothie that actually tastes like dessert. Pineapple and banana mask the spinach completely while delivering recovery-grade vitamins.
- Spinach delivers nitrates that improve training endurance.
- Pineapple bromelain aids protein digestion and reduces soreness.
- Vanilla whey gives 25g of fast-absorbing recovery protein.
Ingredients
Ingredients · 1 servings
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 cup frozen pineapple
- 1 scoop vanilla whey
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 300 ml coconut water
- Ice as needed
Instructions
Step by step
- 1
Pour the coconut water into the blender first so the blades can move freely when you add the dense frozen fruit.
- 2
Add the baby spinach on top of the liquid and pack it down lightly.
- 3
Add the frozen banana coins, then the frozen pineapple chunks, then the vanilla whey and chia seeds.
- 4
Add a small handful of ice if desired.
- 5
Blend on high for 60 seconds, stopping once halfway to scrape down the sides if needed, until completely smooth and no leafy streaks remain.
- 6
Pour into a glass and drink within 30 minutes of training for optimal recovery.
Pro Tips
Coach-level details
- Freeze banana in coins for easier blending.
- Add 1 tsp matcha for caffeine pre-workout.
- A squeeze of lime brightens the entire flavor.
Storage & Swaps
Keep it, swap it, save it
Storage
- Best fresh.
- Will oxidize within 2 hours.
- Label containers with the prep date.
Smart swaps
- Plant protein for fully vegan.
- Mango instead of pineapple.
- Add 1/4 avocado for creaminess and extra fats.
Pair with a program
Eating right is half the result.
Plug this recipe into an Onyx program for the other half - periodized training that actually moves the needle.