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Our 5-Ingredient Yellow Smoothie is the perfect example of how a few simple plants can be turned into a delicious and healthy smoothie. This yellow smoothie was creamy and well mixed, and packed with real nutrients.

This easy smoothie recipe will help you get more confident with your smoothie-making skills. Even better, it’s made with common ingredients that you probably have in your fridge right now.

Blend this smoothie and enjoy the magic of life!

Big glass of freshly made 5-Ingredient Simple Yellow Smoothie, and another glass with fresh plants on the side

You will love this simple yellow smoothie

This smoothie recipe is based on a simple combo made-up of 5 common plants, on top of which we add extra virgin coconut oil and asian warming spices. The 5 main ingredients used in this smoothie are: apple, avocado, carrot, cucumber and spinach. Mix in a few extra boosters and fresh lemon, add water, and this smoothie will be ready in no-time!

Here are a few more reasons why you should give this 5-Ingredient Yellow Smoothie a chance. It’s:

Easy to make
& Fun to drink
Delicious
Healthy
Nutritious
Satiating
Refreshing
Loaded with vegetables
Nourishing
Vegan

Glass with fresh plants near another glass with freshly made 5-Ingredient Simple Yellow Smoothie

Reasons to try out 5-ingredient yellow smoothie

So why would you make this 5-ingredient yellow smoothie instead of buying one from the store? Let me tell you why:

Homemade is simply better and cheaper.
Easy to blend recipe that doesn’t require many ingredients.
Made using apple, avocado, carrot, cucumber and spinach.
Turned out creamy and well mixed.
It’s one of those smoothies that you’ll fall in love with instantly.
Always naturally sweet and free of sugar.
And generally free of any bad stuff.
Comes with healthy fats from 2 different sources – avocado and extra virgin coconut oil.
Designed to give you plenty of “clean” energy to use all day long.
Loaded with those “good-for-you” nutrients.
In terms of nutrients, you’ll get an assortment of vitamins, minerals, enzymes, fiber and lots of phytonutrients (antioxidants included).

One glass of freshly made 5-Ingredient Simple Yellow Smoothie, and another glass with fresh plants

If you try our 5-ingredients simple yellow smoothie, let us know how it turned out for you! Don’t forget to share a picture on Social Media and tag it @refreshmyhealth so I can follow up with you.

And in case you enjoy this simple yellow smoothie recipe, don’t forget to leave us a comment and a rating below. Cheers, friend!

What’s your favorite smoothie combo? Would you try our 5-ingredient yellow smoothie? Share in the comments!

5 from 3 votes

5-Ingredient Simple Yellow Smoothie

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Blend Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4 big glasses
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Our 5-Ingredient Yellow Smoothie is the perfect example of how a few simple plants can be turned into a delicious and healthy smoothie. Blend and enjoy the magic of life!

Equipment

  • Blender

Ingredients

  • 2 avocados (skin and seed removed)
  • 3 carrots (sliced)
  • 1/2 cucumber (sliced)
  • 1 red apple
  • 150 g frozen spinach
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin coconut oil
  • 1 tsp cardamom powder
  • 1 tsp ginger powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon powder
  • 2 tsp raw cacao
  • 1 slice lemon (with skin, organic)
  • 650 ml water

Instructions

  • Add everything into your blender, including water.
  • Blend on medium to high speed until everything looks smooth and creamy. Add more water if your blender gets stuck and blend for 10 more seconds.
  • Done! Pour into favorite glass, serve fresh or store in the fridge for 2-3 days.

Notes

  • Color: dark yellow
  • Texture: well mixed overall, easy to drink
  • Taste: neutral taste, can feel the spices
Course: Breakfast, Smoothie
Cuisine: Dairy-Free, Keto, Low-carb, Raw Food, Vegan
Keywords: apple, avocado, cacao, cardamom, carrot, cinnamon, cucumber, extra virgin coconut oil, ginger, lemon, spinach, turmeric
Author: Marcel Corbeanu
Marcel Corbeanu

Hi, I'm Marcel! I'm a health coach, I write about health and wellness and I love cooking healthy food with fresh and simple ingredients.

3 Comments

  • Beth says:

    5 stars
    I’ve made the 5 ingredient tropical smoothie and turned out amazing. Now I’m planning to try out this simple yellow smoothie, which I’m sure will turn out perfect as well.
    Super nourishing and delicious!

    Cheers from Canada
    Beth

  • Karla says:

    5 stars
    This smoothie was super easy to make (only a few ingredients) and turned out exactly as described.
    Much smoothie love to everyone!!

  • Kari loves smoothies says:

    5 stars
    This smoothie comes with many healthy benefits, even if it has only a few ingredients.
    Easy to blend, one can also improvise with this recipe.
    AMAZING!

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