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green smoothie with kale and pineapple

Green Smoothie with Kale and Pineapple

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Breakfast, Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 145 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh kale leaves stems removed
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen pineapple chunks
  • 1 ripe banana fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup coconut water or water
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup optional
  • 1/2 inch fresh ginger peeled
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds optional
  • 1/2 cup ice cubes if using fresh fruit
  • Fresh mint leaves optional

Instructions
 

  • Prepare kale: Wash kale thoroughly and remove thick stems. Tear leaves into smaller pieces for easier blending.
  • Prep other ingredients: If using fresh pineapple, remove skin and core, then cut into chunks. Peel and slice banana. Peel fresh ginger.
  • Add liquid first: Pour coconut water and almond milk into blender first to help with blending.
  • Add soft ingredients: Add banana, lime juice, honey (if using), and fresh ginger to the blender.
  • Add greens: Pack kale leaves into the blender on top of the liquid ingredients.
  • Add frozen ingredients: Add pineapple chunks and ice (if using fresh fruit).
  • Blend thoroughly: Start blending on low speed, then gradually increase to high. Blend for 60-90 seconds until completely smooth and no kale pieces remain.
  • Check consistency: Add more liquid if too thick, or more ice if too thin. Blend again briefly.
  • Serve immediately: Pour into glasses and garnish with fresh mint leaves, chia seeds, or a pineapple wedge if desired.

Notes

Nutritional Information (per serving)

  • Calories: 145
  • Protein: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fat: 2g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Sodium: 85mg
Keyword Kale, Pineapple, Smoothie