Recipe
This Breakfast Smoothie Will Make You Love Kale
Green smoothies can be intimidating. I never dreamed of drinking any smoothie other than my go-to strawberry-banana, but then I discovered the beauty of kale.
I was skeptical. Kale is known to have a slightly bitter taste and a strange texture. How could that leafy green vegetable possibly satisfy my sweet tooth? While I had my doubts, my tastebuds were pleasantly surprised. So, I challenge you to get past your fear of greens and try this wonderful kale concoction. The almond butter gives the smoothie a nutty feel, while the avocado helps maintain a thick, smooth consistency. And (although you won’t taste it), the kale adds loads of vitamins A, C, K and fiber as an added bonus. For those who have to force yourselves to eat greens, I encourage you to drink them instead. I promise you won’t be disappointed.
Kale Breakfast Smoothie
- Prep Time: 4 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute (or until smooth)
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Easy
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1/2 cup honey Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup dates
- 1/2 avocado
- 1 banana, sliced into pieces
- 2 cup kale
Photo by Abby Farley
Step 1
Add the almond milk, Greek yogurt and almond butter into a blender.
Step 2
Remove the pits and cut dates into small pieces.
Step 3
Add the dates, avocado and the banana slices.
Step 4
Rip the kale into shreds, removing the stems, and add to the blender.
Photo by Abby Farley
Step 5
Blend until smooth.
Note: This smoothie is a little on the chunky side, so feel free to drink it with a spoon!
If this recipe doesn’t convert you into a kale lover, then I don’t know what will.
On the run or in need of a quick breakfast? Try the sweet green smoothie from Red Mango. The Simple Green is a wonderful mixture of spinach, yogurt, green apple, avocado and kale.
Photo by Abby Farley
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