Green Parsley Smoothie Without Banana is a quick and easy recipe for a frosty drink packed with nutrients and refreshing tropical flavor.
Packed with the goodness of pineapple, cucumber, avocado, apple, and a squeeze of lemon juice, this creamy smoothie is the perfect way to start your day or enjoy a healthy pick-me-up anytime.
Looking for more green smoothies? Check out my spinach ginger smoothie or this high-protein vegan smoothie.
Who knew parsley could be so delicious? I've always been a fan of this amazing herb, and this green parsley smoothie is the perfect way to enjoy its fresh, vibrant flavor.
If you're a fan of veggie-packed smoothies, you'll love my beetroot and spinach smoothie, frozen pea smoothie, mint banana smoothie, and pineapple ginger lemon smoothie.
A little secret: I've been eating parsley plain since I was a kid. Straight from my grandparents' garden! Even today, my sister can't believe I do it.
But don't worry-I created this recipe to balance parsley's flavor perfectly with the tropical sweetness of pineapple and apple, the crisp freshness of cucumber, the creamy richness of avocado, and a bright splash of lemon juice.
Made with just water and no banana needed, this vegan, plant-based, dairy-free smoothie is low in calories, packed with nutrients, and an easy, delicious way to enjoy a healthy daily treat!
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Ingredients and Substitutions
- Parsley: Use fresh parsley, removing large stems but keeping smaller ones.
- Pineapple: I used frozen pineapple for the chilled smoothie, but fresh works well, too. You can also substitute mango or orange.
- Cucumber: Crisp and hydrating, swap it for celery if you like.
- Avocado: Use a ripe, creamy avocado for the best texture.
- Apple: Adds natural sweetness. Use your favorite apple variety, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
- Lemon juice: Use fresh lemon juice for a bright, tangy flavor.
- Water: Use water as a liquid base, or replace it with coconut water or almond milk.
As always, you can find the full recipe with a list of ingredients with measurements in a printable recipe card at the end of this post.
How To Make Green Parsley Smoothie
Combine: Combine all ingredients in a blender.
Blend: Blend until smooth and creamy. Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
Storage
For the best flavor, consume your herb smoothie immediately.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Before enjoying it, give it a good shake or stir.
Variations
- Add a handful of spinach for extra nutrients.
- Replace the apple with a banana for added sweetness.
- Add a scoop of vanilla protein powder for a protein boost.
- Use coconut water instead of regular water for a tropical flavor.
- Add a teaspoon of maple syrup or agave syrup for natural sweetness.
- Blend in a handful of chia seeds for added fiber and protein.
Marinela's Tips
- Choose fresh parsley without any yellow leaves for the best flavor and nutritional value.
- Use ripe, frozen pineapple for the best sweetness and texture. This helps create that chilled, icy texture without needing ice cubes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Yes, you can use fresh pineapple. Just keep in mind that the smoothie won't be as cold.
Yes, you can substitute the apple with a pear, peach, mango, or banana.
More Green Smoothie Recipes
- Mango pineapple spinach smoothie
- Spinach cucumber apple smoothie
- Green detox smoothie
- Spirulina shake
- Kiwi spinach smoothie
- Avocado and mango smoothie
- Cucumber celery smoothie
- Oatmeal green shake
More Recipes With Parsley
📖 Recipe
Green Parsley Smoothie Without Banana
Equipment
- high speed blender
Ingredients
- ½ cup fresh parsley
- ½ cup cucumber sliced
- ½ cup pineapple chunks frozen or fresh
- ¼ avocado pitted
- ½ apple choose your favorite
- 1+½ tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- ¾ cup cold water add more for thinner smoothie
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- For the best flavor, consume your smoothie immediately.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Before enjoying it, give it a good shake or stir.
- Choose fresh parsley without any yellow leaves for the best flavor and nutritional value.
- Use ripe, frozen pineapple for the best sweetness and texture. This helps create that chilled, icy texture without needing ice cubes.
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See the post above for substitutions and variations ideas.
Nutrition
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