Almond Coffee Green Smoothie

Your morning smoothie and coffee in and all-in-one package, we think this smoothie is a great recipe and a great addition to your morning.

ALMOND COFFEE GREEN SMOOTHIE

5 ice cubes

2/3 cup unsweetened almond milk

1/8 cup whole raw almonds (about 12-18), optional

1 cup baby spinach

1 1/2 teaspoons instant espresso (or instant coffee)

honey or pure maple syrup, to taste

1/2 of a frozen banana

Blend all ingredients in a blender on liquify, or highest speed, until smooth. Serves one large or two small servings.

NOTES:

• I’m not a fan of instant coffees at all, but, instant espresso does seem to work really well in recipes like this. Feel free to use a shot of cooled espresso in its place.
• I like the texture that the raw almonds add to this, but you can absolutely omit them.
• You can use romaine or kale in place of the spinach.