Green Smoothie Kale Pineapple (Printable)
A creamy blend of kale, pineapple, and banana for a quick, nutritious boost.
# What You'll Need:
→ Greens
01 - 2 cups fresh kale leaves, stems removed, chopped
→ Fruits
02 - 1 cup fresh or frozen pineapple chunks
03 - 1 ripe banana, peeled
→ Liquid
04 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or plant-based milk alternative
→ Boosters
05 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds
06 - 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
# How-To Steps:
01 - Place chopped kale, pineapple chunks, and banana into blender container.
02 - Pour in almond milk and any optional boosters desired.
03 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down sides as needed.
04 - Taste and adjust with additional lemon juice or ice cubes for colder, thicker texture.
05 - Pour into glasses and enjoy right away.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The pineapple completely masks any bitterness from raw kale
- It takes literally five minutes from cupboard to glass
02 -
- Over-blending can heat up your smoothie and destroy delicate nutrients
- Drinking immediately preserves the most nutrients and best texture
03 -
- Add a pinch of sea salt to make all the flavors pop
- A squeeze of lemon right at the end brightens everything