“Fresh, fruity zing with a stealthy health kick from the spinach. It’s like a tropical vacation in a glass!”
🙂 Zoe M.
Green Passion, a copycat Panera smoothie recipe, is a unique and delicious blend that marries the earthy tones of baby spinach with the tropical sweetness of mangoes and peaches. The white grape juice and passion fruit juice not only sweeten the mix, but also bring a zesty kick, making this smoothie a refreshing choice for any time of the day.
This smoothie is a absolutely packed with body nourishing nutrients. The baby spinach is loaded with iron and fiber, promoting digestive health and energy levels. Mangoes and peaches offer vitamins A and C, which are excellent for skin health and immunity. The juices add antioxidants and vitamins, particularly vitamin C from passion fruit, which supports immune function and skin vitality.
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Key Ingredients
The Panera Green Passion smoothie ingredients are:
- baby spinach
- mangos
- peaches
- white grape juice
- passion fruit juice
- Collagen Boost, optional
Health Benefits
Baby Spinach – Baby spinach is an early harvest leafy green that is slightly sweeter than regular spinach. It is nutrient-dense, containing significant vitamin A, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin K, folate, iron, and zinc. Baby spinach is known to promote eye health, lower blood sugar levels, help prevent anemia, and reduce the risk of breast cancer and ovarian cancer.
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Mango – Mango, in some corners of the world, is known as the “King of Fruits” and delivers an impressive amount of potent nutrients and healthy plant compounds. They are extremely high in vitamin C and provide significant amounts of copper, folate, and vitamin B6. Mangoes are also known to boost your immune system, improve digestive health with their amylases enzymes, help prevent diabetes, and have even been shown to reduce the risk of certain cancers.
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Peaches – Peaches are a small fuzzy fruit that originated in China approximately 8,000 years ago. The are extremely rich in antioxidants, including carotenoids, caffeic acid, and polyphenols. Peaches have widely been studied for their ability to reduce the risk of several cancers, prevent tumor growth, and protect the skin from UV damage.
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Grape Juice – Grapes have been cultivated for thousands of years and offer a host of nutritional health benefits. They are rich in vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin K, copper, and potassium. The antioxidant resveratrol in Grapes helps lower blood pressure, reduce cholesterol, and protect against heart disease.
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Passion Fruit Juice – Passion fruit is a purple tropical fruit offering a wide-range of health benefits. It is most commonly known for its rich antioxidant profile and is a strong source of vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, and magnesium. Passion fruit is also extremely low on the glycemic index and can help improve insulin sensitivity, placing it among the fruit-favorites of the American Diabetes Association.
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Equipment Needed
A standard blender is all that is required to make these delicious smoothies. If you are making it for just one person, we recommend using the truly amazing personal NutriBullet Ultra as it is super-quick to set up and very easy to clean.
If you are making them for more than one person, we recommend a higher-end Vitamix blender that can process larger loads more efficiently.
For overnight storage, we recommend using a glass or BPA-free airtight container with a resealable lid.
How To Make The Panera Green Passion Smoothie
The Panera Green Passion smoothie is very easy to make:
- Step 1:Â Place baby spinach, mangos, peaches, white grape juice, and passion fruit juice into a blender and secure the lid.
- Step 2:Â Start the blender on its lowest speed and steadily ramp up to its highest speed. This will reduce wear and tear on the motor and blades, facilitate a more consistent blend, and help prevent food splatter onto the lid and sides.
- Step 3:Â Blend for approximately 30 seconds or until a smooth consistency is achieved.
- Step 4:Â Pour into a glass for immediate refreshment or place in the refrigerator in an airtight container to enjoy later.
Recipe Tips And Substitutions
If you don’t have frozen fruit, or simply prefer to use fresh fruit (we totally get that), we recommend adding 1/2 cup of ice to chill your smoothie and give it a pleasing icy texture.
If you’re out of white grape juice, apple juice can serve as a substitute, or for a less sweet version, try coconut water.
Adding a banana can thicken the smoothie and add potassium.
Throw in some chia seeds for a boost of omega-3 fatty acids and extra fiber.
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Panera Green Passion Smoothie Recipe
Panera Green Passion smoothie featuring an antioxidant-packed, leafy green twist on a tropical delight. Learn how to make at home!
Ingredients
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1 cup mango, frozen, chunks
- 1 cup peaches, frozen
- 1/2 cup white grape juice
- 1/2 cup passion fruit juice
- 1 scoop Collagen Boost, optional
Instructions
- Place baby spinach, mangos, peaches, white grape juice, and passion fruit juice into a blender and secure the lid.
- Start the blender on its lowest speed and steadily ramp up to its highest speed. This will reduce wear and tear on the motor and blades, facilitate a more consistent blend, and help prevent food splatter onto the lid and sides.
- Blend for approximately 30 seconds or until a smooth consistency is achieved.
- Pour into a glass for immediate refreshment or place in the refrigerator in an airtight container to enjoy later.
Notes
- If you don't have frozen fruit, or simply prefer to use fresh fruit (we totally get that), we recommend adding 1/2 cup of ice to chill your smoothie and give it a pleasing icy texture.
- If you're out of white grape juice, apple juice can serve as a substitute, or for a less sweet version, try coconut water.
- Adding a banana can thicken the smoothie and add potassium.
- Throw in some chia seeds for a boost of omega-3 fatty acids and extra fiber.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 316Total Fat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 39mgCarbohydrates: 77gFiber: 6gSugar: 71gProtein: 5g
Smoothie Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, to lower the sugar content, you can replace the white grape juice with unsweetened almond milk or water.
Yes, you can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. For best results, give it a good shake or stir before drinking as separation might occur. If you want to keep it longer, consider freezing it in ice cube trays; then, pop out the cubes and blend them again when you’re ready to drink. This method helps preserve the nutrients and flavor.
More Panera Smoothie Recipes
→ If you liked this delicious Green Passion smoothie, try more of our copycat favorites on our Panera Smoothie Recipes page.
Sources
Panera:Â Website
