Prep the Ingredients: Start by washing the spinach thoroughly and draining it well. Chop the apple into small pieces and remove the seeds so it blends easily. Peel the banana and cut it into chunks to help create a smooth texture.
Blend Spinach First: Place the spinach into the blender along with the milk or water. Blend this first until it looks smooth. This step helps break down the leaves and prevents any bits from staying in the final drink.
Add Fruits and Yogurt: Add the chopped apple and banana into the blender. Spoon in the yogurt to give the smoothie a creamy base. Pour in honey or maple syrup along with lemon juice for a light and fresh sweetness.
Add Ice Cubes: Drop in the ice cubes to give the smoothie a cool and refreshing texture. This also helps thicken the drink slightly.
Blend Until Smooth: Blend everything on high speed until the mixture becomes smooth and even. Pause if needed to scrape down the sides so all ingredients combine properly.
Adjust Flavor and Texture: Taste the smoothie once blended. Add more sweetener if needed or a little extra liquid if it feels too thick. Blend again briefly to mix everything well.
Serve Fresh: Pour the smoothie into glasses right away. The texture stays smooth and the flavor feels best when fresh and chilled.
