A few favorite smoothies
We’ve got lots more where this came from! Here more smoothie recipes to try: This kale smoothie is full of fruity flavor from green apple, pineapple and banana. It tastes heavenly, yet at the same time you’re getting a big dose of nutrients from leafy greens. True story: this is one of the only ways we get our son to eat kale—and he begs us for more kale smoothie. Here’s how to make it!
It’s has a pure, sweet tart flavor and a silky smooth, frosty texture. It’s irresistibly tasty and just the right thickness for sipping! It’s full of healthy ingredients. There are no added sugary juices to make it taste good. It’s plant-based. There’s no need to use milk or yogurt here, it’s all fruit and leafy greens.
Kale: Use either baby kale or Tuscan kale. We prefer baby kale since the flavor is sweeter and milder, but you can use Tuscan kale roughly chopped and loosely packed. Curly kale has a spicier flavor, so we’d recommend starting with less than the specified amount in the recipe. Green apple: Apple is the key to a great kale smoothie; it brings in a bright, sweet tart flavor. Banana: Banana features in many of our smoothie recipes to make a creamy texture and add natural sweetness. Frozen pineapple or mango: Frozen pineapple seals the deal with its icy texture and beautiful fruity flavor. Lemon juice, water and ice: Lemon juice accentuates the fruity flavors, and ice helps add texture and body. A little water is all you need to get it to blend.
Baby kale: Baby kale works well in a smoothie because it has a sweeter, mild flavor. It’s a young version of kale, harvested before it matures. You can find it sold in boxes at the grocery or bags at your local farmers market. Tuscan kale: Tuscan kale is the next best option: it’s got a mild flavor and flat, dark green leaves. It’s also labeled as dinosaur kale or Lacinato kale. Curly kale: Curly kale works, but it has a spicy flavor that’s more bitter than the other two. If you use this variety, you may want to start with less and add it to taste.
Ginger: Add ½ teaspoon grated ginger to the mix for a spicy finish. Mint or basil. Add a few fresh mint or basil leaves for an herbaceous spin. Chia seeds. Chia seeds add fiber and some protein; add 1 to 2 tablespoons to your taste. Coconut. A handful of shredded coconut adds a tropical flair.
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