Green Smoothie Kale Pineapple (Print Version)

A nutrient-packed blend of kale, pineapple, banana, and almond milk for a fresh start or snack.

# 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 chop the pineapple into small pieces. Remove tough stems from kale leaves and chop coarsely. Peel the banana.

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

03 - Blend on high speed for 45-60 seconds until completely smooth and no leafy chunks remain.

04 - Add ice cubes and blend on high for another 30 seconds until the smoothie reaches a creamy, chilled consistency.

05 - Taste the smoothie and add more sweetener if desired. Pour into two glasses and serve immediately while cold.

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The natural sweetness from pineapple masks any bitterness from kale, so you actually look forward to drinking your greens
It comes together in under five minutes, making it perfect for those mornings when every minute counts
The creamy texture feels indulgent despite being packed with nutrients

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Kale needs to be blended longer than you think to avoid leafy bits, so let the machine run an extra 15 seconds
If your blender struggles, add a splash more milk to help things move smoothly
Frozen banana eliminates the need for ice entirely and creates an incredibly creamy texture

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If using frozen kale, give it a quick rinse under cold water to remove any icy coating
A high speed blender makes a noticeable difference in breaking down kale's fibrous texture
Drink this immediately, as separation happens quickly and the texture changes as it sits