Description
This Kale and Pineapple Smoothie combines nutrient-dense kale, sweet pineapple, and creamy banana, blended with coconut water for a refreshing and hydrating drink. Ideal for a quick breakfast or a revitalizing snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh kale, stems removed and chopped
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or frozen if preferred)
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup coconut water (or almond milk for a creamier texture)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional for added nutrition)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, depending on sweetness preference)
- Ice cubes (optional, for a chilled smoothie)
Instructions
- Rinse the fresh kale leaves under cold water, remove the tough stems, and chop the leaves into smaller pieces.
- Cut fresh pineapple into chunks or measure out one cup of frozen pineapple.
- Peel a ripe banana, preferably one with some speckles for optimal sweetness.
- Measure out the coconut water or almond milk, chia seeds, and honey or maple syrup if using.
- Start with the chopped kale, followed by pineapple chunks, banana, and chia seeds (if using) in the blender.
- Add coconut water or almond milk to the blender. Adjust the amount based on desired thickness.
- Drizzle in honey or maple syrup to taste, keeping in mind the natural sweetness from the banana and pineapple.
- For a chilled smoothie, add a few ice cubes, especially if using fresh pineapple.
- Blend on high for 30-60 seconds until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Adjust thickness by adding more liquid if too thick or more kale/banana if too thin.
- Adjust sweetness with more honey or maple syrup if desired, then blend again.
- Serve in your favorite glasses, such as mason jars for a rustic touch.
- Garnish with a slice of pineapple or a sprinkle of chia seeds for visual appeal.
- Smoothies are best enjoyed fresh, so dig in right away!
- Store any leftover smoothie in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Shake or stir before drinking.
- Freeze individual portions in ice cube trays or silicone molds for quick smoothies later. Blend frozen cubes with liquid when ready.
- Feel free to substitute kale with other greens like spinach or Swiss chard for different flavors and nutrients.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, use almond milk instead of coconut water.
- Chia seeds are optional but add extra nutrition.
- Adjust sweetness with honey or maple syrup based on preference.
- Add ice cubes for a chilled smoothie, especially if using fresh pineapple.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- Freeze individual portions for quick smoothies later.
- Substitute kale with other greens like spinach or Swiss chard for different flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes