Try this Dairy Free Berry Kale Smoothie (Video)
You want to know what is really popular at my house? Smoothies. We are constantly whipping up new combinations of tasty ingredients that eventually become family favorites. The newest favorite is this berry kale smoothie that I made on Let’s Talk Live .
I just love whipping up dairy free smoothies.
It takes only 30 seconds to make this smoothie using the Blendtec on the smoothie setting.
The recipe is quite simple but, also delicious. When our little guy was only 18 months, he would chug it down. Years later, he still does.
I’m not sure why so many are so scared of kale but adding fresh kale to this smoothie blend is a great way to pack a nutritional punch. Kale is packed with antioxidants, fiber and even vitamin K. Feel free to swap out the kale for spinach if you’d like.
While you may be familiar with seeing bananas, berries and even greens in smoothies, I change things up by adding some cinnamon too.
Cinnamon is a powerful healthy food aid. Studies have shown that as a little as half a teaspoon of cinnamon has lowered cholesterol and blood sugar by 18% and 24% respectfully.
That’s nothing small to shake at. There’s been study after study on the blood sugar lowering effects of cinnamon, so if getting healthy is important to you, this smoothie is your jam.
Not to mention blueberries are packed with antioxidants, which are heart healthy and so good.
Go for extra credit and add some bone broth power for an extra health punch. You can find the exact one in the health and wellness section of my Amazon shop.
*Variations to Berry Banana Kale Smoothie
Swap kale for spinach
Swap blueberries for other berries like raspberries, strawberries or try a mix.
Swap the almond milk in this recipe for almond milk.
Berrylicious Banana Smoothie
A tasty smoothie made with bananas, kale and an assortment of berries. Great for breakfast or a tasty snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (can also use coconut milk)
- 1-2 frozen bananas
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries
- 1/2 cup kale
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to blender and blend until smooth
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Can swap the almond milk in this recipe for raw milk or coconut milk, depending on yout preference.
Nutrition Information
Yield
2Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 195Total Fat 4gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 3gCholesterol 0mgSodium 196mgCarbohydrates 41gFiber 9gSugar 19gProtein 4g
Nutrition information isn't always accurate.
Enjoy!
PS. Don’t forget to watch the video
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Original 2/8/2015
Updated 10/30/2019
Lisa, I totally agree, I make this same smoothly I jus add strawberries an it is a meal replacement. I really enjoy this beverage every time. Healthly drinking!!!!
This bag of frozen berries had strawberries too. But, you can use whatever combo you like. When you use it has a meal replacement do you add protein powder? There are definitely more smoothies in my future.
Some time I will use a protein powder.
Great drink a so much power in it.
Keep up the great work…
Rosalind
This looks so de-lish! I could definitely go with something as refreshing as this right now. Thank you for sharing at Inspire Me Wednesday. Featuring you in this week’s issue.
Thanks for the feature Mel!
Looks awesome! Can’t wait to make it. Bookmarking now.
Enjoy!