Green Smoothie
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This delicious smoothie starts with a vibrant mix of tropical flavors: juicy oranges, tart limes, sweet bananas, and creamy coconut milk. But to give it a nutritional boost and a beautiful green hue, we’re adding a secret ingredient: kale.
This smoothie is highly customizable. Feel free to swap the coconut milk for regular milk if you prefer, as it won’t impact the flavor or texture. Whatever you choose, be sure to blend the ingredients thoroughly to ensure a smooth consistency and avoid any clumps.
Ingredients For Green Smoothie
- LIME
- ORANGE
- HONEY OR AGAVE
- KALE LEAF
- COCONUT MILK
- RIPE BANANAS, FROZEN
- ICE, IF NEEDED
Instructions for Green Smoothie
Ready to get blending? First, combine the lime juice, orange juice, honey, kale, and coconut milk in your blender. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth. Depending on how powerful your blender is, you might need to add a splash of water to help it get going. Don’t be afraid to stop and stir a few times to make sure everything is incorporated.
Next, add the bananas one at a time, blending after each addition until the smoothie is thick and creamy. If you prefer a colder or thicker smoothie, toss in a few handfuls of ice and blend until you reach your desired consistency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use different fruits or vegetables in this smoothie?
Yes, absolutely! This recipe is a great starting point, but you can easily customize it. Try adding other leafy greens like spinach for a milder flavor, or swapping out the oranges and limes for pineapple, mango, or even berries. Just remember that the sweetness of your fruit will impact the final taste.
My smoothie isn’t blending well and is chunky. What should I do?
This is a common issue, and it’s often due to the power of your blender. To get a smoother consistency, try these tips:
- Add a bit more liquid (water or coconut milk) to help the blades move more freely.
- Make sure you’ve added the liquid first, followed by the softer ingredients, and then the frozen ones. This helps create a vortex to pull everything down into the blades.
- If your blender is struggling, stop it, and use a spoon to stir and push the ingredients closer to the blades before blending again.
Can I use frozen kale?
Yes, you can use frozen kale. In fact, many people prefer it because it makes the smoothie colder and thicker without needing a lot of ice. If you’re using frozen kale, you may not need as much additional ice.
The kale flavor is too strong for me. How can I make the smoothie taste less “green”?
The sweetness of the oranges, bananas, and honey in this recipe is designed to mask the bitterness of the kale. If it’s still too strong for you, you can try these options:
- Use a milder green like spinach.
- Add more sweet fruit like a mango or a handful of pineapple.
- Increase the amount of honey or other sweetener to your preference.
What can I use instead of honey?
If you don’t have honey, you can use maple syrup, agave nectar, or pitted dates. Dates also add a great boost of fiber and a thicker texture.
Can I make this smoothie ahead of time?
It’s best to enjoy smoothies immediately after blending to get the most nutrients and best texture. However, if you need to, you can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. The smoothie may separate and lose some of its vibrant color, but a quick shake or stir will mix it back together.
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Green Smoothie
Real Mom Kitchen
Ingredients
- 1 lime peeled and quartered
- 1 orange peeled and quartered
- honey or agave to taste
- 1 leaf kale
- ½ cup coconut milk
- 2 ripe bananas frozen
- ice if needed
Instructions
- Add the lime, orange, honey, kale and coconut milk. Blend until smooth. If needed, you can add water to get the blender going. You may need to stop the blender a few times and stir with a spoon too. All depends on how powerful you blender is.
- Add bananas one at a time, blending until smooth. Add additional ice if needed to reach desired thickness.
