Pear Smoothie with Kale
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Pear Smoothie with Kale
Description
Pear Smoothie with Kale combines fresh kale and pear pieces with coconut milk, almond butter, chia seeds, and ice to produce a creamy, green-tinted beverage. The pear’s natural sugars help to soften the kale's slightly bitter notes, and the almond butter contributes a subtle richness and body. Blending all ingredients together ensures smoothness and consistent texture.
The smoothie offers a balance of flavors between fresh, mild greens and fruity sweetness, suitable as a snack or light breakfast. Chia seeds add a textural element as well as nutritional benefits.
The recipe can be customized by adding more coconut milk for a thinner texture or extra ice to thicken it, allowing adjustment to personal preference or season.
Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut milk plain
- 1 cup kale fresh, washed and trimmed
- 1 pear cut into four pieces
- 1 tablespoon almond butter or peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 3 pieces ice
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a high powered blender and blitz. Cheers to your health!
Notes
- Add more coconut milk to thin the smoothie consistency if desired.
- Increase the amount of ice to achieve a thicker, cooler smoothie texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 298 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 298kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 41g | 14% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 11mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 429mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 2100IU | 42% |
| Vitamin C | 32.8mg | 36% |
| Calcium | 227mg | 23% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.