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Martha Stewart’s Green Secret To Longevity Inspired Us To Share Our Favourite Smoothie

When lifestyle icon Martha Stewart took the stage at Sydney’s Vivid Festival, she revealed one of her top wellness tips: a green smoothie every morning. At 83, she swears by it for staying healthy and energised. So, inspired by her routine, we’re sharing The Carousel’s ultimate green smoothie recipe for you to try at home.

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Ingredients:

  • 1 ripe avocado (peeled and pitted)
  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
  • A few ice cubes

Instructions:

  1. Place all ingredients into a blender.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Taste and adjust sweetness if desired.
  4. Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.

This smoothie is rich in healthy fats, fibre, and essential nutrients, making it a great option for breakfast or a midday snack. Feel free to customise it by adding other fruits like mango or pineapple, or incorporating protein powder for an extra boost.

Robyn Foyster: Robyn Foyster is a multi-award-winning journalist, media executive, and the owner and publisher of The Carousel, alongside the Women Love Network (which includes Women Love Wellness, Women Love Travel, and Women Love Tech). At the forefront of digital lifestyle and tech publishing, Robyn was named the 2025 Winner of the Samsung IT Journalism Award for Best Corporate Content and is a 2026 Lizzies Finalist. Voted one of B&T’s 30 Most Powerful Women In Media, she previously served as the Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of Australia’s three biggest flagship magazines—The Australian Women’s Weekly, Woman’s Day, and New Idea—and was a senior executive at the Seven Network. A sought-after speaker and an eight-year judge for the Telstra Business Awards, Robyn remains dedicated to championing women's voices across lifestyle, wellness, and technology.