Kale Smoothie
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Kale Smoothie
Description
The Kale Smoothie mixes fresh kale leaves (with ribs and stems removed) with apple and banana to provide natural sweetness and body. Almond milk serves as a smooth base, and lemon juice adds brightness. Maple syrup enhances sweetness to taste. Blending all ingredients creates a smooth, green beverage with a fresh, mildly sweet flavor.
This smoothie's texture depends on thorough blending due to kale's fibrous nature. Using a high-powered blender is recommended; alternatively, blending kale with almond milk first before adding other ingredients can improve smoothness. Freezing the banana prior to blending provides a cooler, thicker drink.
You can substitute spinach for kale or mix them. Serving over ice or adding a bit of grated ginger or orange juice offers slight variations. The smoothie can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container.
Ingredients
- 1 apple small
- 1 banana
- 80 g kale chopped
- 500 ml almond milk
- 1 lemon (juice only)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Instructions
- Put all of the ingredients into a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
Notes
- Use a high-powered blender or blend kale with almond milk first for smoother texture.
- Remove tough ribs and stems from kale before blending.
- Banana can be replaced with half an avocado for a banana-free option.
- Freeze banana before use to make the smoothie cooler and thicker.
- Can swap kale for spinach or mix both vegetables.
- Stir the smoothie before serving as it can separate.
- Store leftover smoothie in an airtight container if made ahead.
- Add lemon juice for brightness and optional ginger or orange juice for flavor variations.
- Serve over ice for extra chill.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2person
Amount Per Serving
Calories 194 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 194kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 41g | 14% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 368mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 545mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 25g | 50% |
| Vitamin A | 4095IU | 82% |
| Vitamin C | 75mg | 83% |
| Calcium | 452mg | 45% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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