Green Power Energy Smoothie with Oats and Almond Butter

Marie Powell
Marie Powell
Published: March 12, 2026
Tags: Breakfast, snack, healthy, Smoothie, Energy

Energy Smoothie

A creamy, nutrient-packed smoothie with oats, banana, greens and almond butter for sustained energy.

Prep Time:8 minTotal Time:8 minServings:2Difficulty:Easy

This Green Power Energy Smoothie is my go-to when I need a clean, lasting boost — creamy banana and oats for slow-release carbs, almond butter and flax for healthy fats, and a handful of spinach for vitamins without any grassy taste. It blends up silky, filling, and perfectly portable for busy mornings or pre-workout fuel.

It’s easy to tweak: swap Greek yogurt for a dairy-free option, add a scoop of protein powder, or double the oats for extra staying power. Whip it up in under 10 minutes and enjoy right away for the best texture and flavor.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories:340 kcal
Protein:13 g
Carbs:40 g
Fat:12 g

Directions

  1. 1
    Spinach, banana, oats, yogurt, almond butter, flaxseed, and honey in a blender

    Place spinach, banana, rolled oats, almond butter, Greek yogurt, almond milk, flaxseed, and honey into a blender.

  2. 2
    Green smoothie blending in a lidded blender until creamy

    Add ice cubes, secure the lid, and blend on high until completely smooth and creamy, about 45–60 seconds depending on your blender.

  3. 3
    Almond milk poured into a blender jar of thick green smoothie

    Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness: add a splash more almond milk to thin, or an extra tbsp of oats/almond butter to thicken.

  4. 4
    Two glasses filled with freshly blended green smoothie

    Divide between two glasses and enjoy immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Ingredients

  • Fresh spinach:2 cups
  • Banana (ripe):1 piece
  • Rolled oats:1/2 cup
  • Almond butter:2 tbsp
  • Plain Greek yogurt:1/2 cup
  • Unsweetened almond milk:1 cup
  • Ground flaxseed:1 tbsp
  • Honey or maple syrup:1 tbsp
  • Ice cubes:1 cup

Tips & Notes

  • For a vegan version, replace Greek yogurt with 1/2 cup silken tofu or additional almond milk and use maple syrup instead of honey.
  • To make this ahead, blend without ice and refrigerate up to 24 hours; add ice and re-blend just before serving for a frothy texture.
  • If you want a protein boost, add 1 scoop of your favorite protein powder — reduce almond milk slightly to keep the thickness.