Ladies and gentlemen, the internet’s first-ever Pink Drink Green Smoothie. If you’re obsessed with the Starbucks pink drink, you’re going to love that this breakfast smoothie is creamy, thick, naturally PINK, and packed with hidden veggies!
This might be my new favorite green smoothie for its delicious flavors and science-backed health benefits like fighting inflammation and preventing cancer, heart disease, and Alzheimer’s. And yes, it’s loaded with veggies which still make it a green smoothie–even though it’s pink in color. This pink drink green smoothie makes for an amazing healthy breakfast that’s packed with plant-based protein, fiber, and healthy fat to keep your blood sugar stable and you full well through lunchtime.
I got inspiration for this recipe from my Creamy Strawberry Aphrodesiac Mocktail–also a pink drink that uses hibiscus tea as the base. It’s the perfect amount of natural sweetness and hidden veggies that’ll make you feel amazing.
Here’s a satisfying way to get your greens: a fruit and vegetable smoothie packed with goodness including mango puree, spinach, spirulina, chlorella and Vitamin C.
Make this smoothie ahead of time
One of my favorite parts about smoothies is that they stay good in the fridge for 24 hours. So, you can make one batch of this smoothie, divide it into two mason jars, and save the second serving for future you! It’s the best form of self care.
You can also make big batches of cold brew hibiscus tea in your fridge by doubling the steeping method in the recipe! You can always catch me keeping iced hibiscus tea on hand to drink throughout the day.
Ingredients in pink drink smoothie
This thick breakfast smoothie is made with simple, healthy ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. Here’s the science-backed reasons it’s great for you:
- Hibiscus tea: it’s what makes this pink drink naturally pink. Plus, hibiscus is a natural mood-booster that’s shown in studies to fight free radical damage, help our skin glow, and promote healthy weight.
- Frozen cauliflower: it’s the sneaky veggie that I promise you can’t taste at all. Frozen cauliflower makes smoothies so creamy, plus it adds fiber for digestive benefits and anti-inflammatory properties that are proven to help prevent heart disease, brain diseases like Alzheimer’s, cancer, and more.
- Dates: we naturally sweeten this smoothie with pitted dates. I like Medjool dates in my smoothies. See below for a quick tip on how to soften your dates before blending!
- Protein powder: Add vanilla protein powder of choice to give this green smoothie a protein boost and keep your blood sugar balanced! I’m loving Nuzest and Ritual protein powders right now.
- Frozen strawberries: I love the natural sweetness and flavor of strawberries, plus the antioxidants in strawberries are proven to defend against heart disease, neurodegenerative diseases, and cancer.
- Coconut milk: we’re using coconut milk in smoothies because it adds a super creamy texture and light flavor all while being dairy free.
- Fine grain sea salt: powerful minerals that make the flavors pop!
The disease-preventing health benefits inside this pink drink smoothie pair SO well with my latest podcast episode with Dr. William Li. He’s the host of the 11-million viewed, hit TedTalk, Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?, and he teaches us exactly how to eat for prevention and healing across the disease spectrum.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- how much of what we ACTUALLY eat impacts our body
- the effect of specific diets like keto and veganism on our health
- if the blue zones are scientifically valid
- the best foods for supporting metabolism
- what the research says about monk fruit and other “alternative sugars”
- a trick for buying the best olive oil at the grocery store
Starbucks Sweet Greens Smoothie
FAQ
What is in a Starbucks green smoothie?
What is the green drink from Starbucks?
What kind of smoothies do they have at Starbucks?
What is the kale drink at Starbucks?
What is the best smoothie at Starbucks?
The most purchased smoothie at Starbucks is probably the orange mango smoothie. The best smoothie at Starbucks is a highly debated topic, due to everyone having different tastes. The most purchased smoothie at Starbucks is probably the orange mango smoothie. It really depends on your taste buds, your level of creaminess, sweetness, and perfection.
What are some healthy smoothie recipes?
Some healthy smoothie recipes include fruits and vegetables. For example, use apples, pears, plums, and grapes with skins on. You can also add seeds and oat bran.
What’s in a green smoothie?
Here’s a satisfying way to get your greens: a fruit and vegetable smoothie packed with goodness including mango puree, spinach, spirulina, chlorella and Vitamin C. Made with 100% juice and no added sweeteners or artificial flavors.
What size is a Starbucks smoothie?
The smoothies you will find at Starbucks come in one size, which is grande. The grande cup size is equal to about 16 ounces, which is about the size of a medium drink. It is a perfect size because it’s not too big, but it is also not too small.