Heart-Healthy Refreshing Kale Smoothie
Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients, this Heart-Healthy Refreshing Kale Smoothie is your go-to recipe for a delicious and energizing start to the day. Featuring vitamin-rich fresh kale, a ripe banana for natural creaminess, and a touch of green apple for a subtle tartness, this smoothie strikes the perfect balance of flavors. Unsweetened almond milk keeps the recipe dairy-free, while chia seeds and fresh lemon juice add a boost of omega-3 fats and a zesty brightness. Naturally sweetened with a hint of honey and chilled with ice cubes, this creamy green smoothie is not only heart-healthy but also irresistibly refreshing. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s perfect for busy mornings or as a nutrient-packed snack, delivering a refreshing burst of energy in every sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh kale leaves
- 1 medium ripe banana
- 0.5 large green apple
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 4 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Wash the kale leaves thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry. Tear the leaves into smaller pieces, removing the tough stems.
Peel the banana and break it into smaller chunks for easier blending.
Core and chop the green apple into small pieces, leaving the skin on for added fiber.
In a blender, combine the 2 cups of kale leaves, banana chunks, and chopped apple.
Add 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk, 1 tablespoon of chia seeds, and 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice to the blender.
Drizzle 1 teaspoon of honey over the top for natural sweetness.
Add 4 ice cubes to make the smoothie refreshing and cold.
Blend all the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
Taste the smoothie, and if you prefer a sweeter flavor, you can add an additional teaspoon of honey and blend again.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately to enjoy the fresh taste and nutritional benefits.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
408 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.1 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 267 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.5 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.7 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.2 g | ||
| Protein | 16.5 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 904 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2002 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
