Green Smoothie Kale Pineapple (Print Version)

A nutrient-packed blend of kale, pineapple, and banana for a refreshing, creamy drink.

# What You Need:

01 - 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced

02 - 1 medium ripe banana, peeled

03 - 1 cup kale leaves, tough stems removed, chopped

04 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk

05 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds

06 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

07 - 1-2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup

08 - 1/2 cup ice cubes

01 - Wash and prepare all produce: chop pineapple into small pieces, remove tough stems from kale and chop leaves, peel banana.

02 - Add almond milk, kale, banana, pineapple, chia seeds, lemon juice, and honey or maple syrup to blender jar.

03 - Blend on high speed for 60-90 seconds until completely smooth and no leafy pieces remain.

04 - Add ice cubes and blend again for 30-45 seconds until smoothie reaches desired creamy consistency.

05 - Taste smoothie and add additional honey or maple syrup if more sweetness is desired.

06 - Pour immediately into glasses and serve while chilled.

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The pineapple completely masks any bitterness from the kale, so you get all those nutrients without feeling like you are chewing on a garden
It comes together in literally five minutes, making it perfect for those mornings when you are running late but still want something nourishing

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If you are new to green smoothies, start with just half a cup of kale and work your way up as your taste buds adjust
The order matters, put liquid in first and leafy greens near the top to prevent them from getting stuck under the blades

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Frozen fruit eliminates the need for ice and gives you a thicker, creamier texture
If your blender struggles with kale, try blending it with just the milk first before adding other ingredients