The benefits of this Kale Green Smoothie recipe is like a shot to your nervous system, and giving you a huge energy boost. Not to mention it has protein and potassium to give your poor sore muscles a little pick me up.  It is healthy, sweet, delicious, gluten free, soy free and paleo.
Holy crap has it been cold here in Cincinnati. Â Nothing worse than frigid cold temperatures, warm dry houses to make you feel achy, dry, and tired.
On another note, I got a new washer and dryer, woot-woot. Â The old pair kind of kicked the bucket and it was time. Â It is amazing how swift these bad boys work. Â Â All that extra time I have now… who knew I was wasting so much time waiting for my clothes to be clean.
I have been working at really keeping the diet clean, getting enough sleep and the hands washed to help my body fight against bacteria.  One way to get the most bang for your buck while eating clean is getting as much green into your diet as you can.
Kale is one of those foods  that has so many health benefits I buy it weekly and work at making it in as many recipes as I can. This Kale Green smoothie is a great way to get a full cup of Kale in one glass.  This also contains a good dose of potassium for your muscles and rich nutrient immune boosters.  Not to mention detoxifying benefits.
It gave me a huge energy boost, which I always seem to need around 3:00 p.m. Â That is my low energy hungry time.
- 1 cup fresh kale greens
- 1 cup cleaned cubed pineapple
- 1 medium banana
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- fresh ice (if you want it super cold and crunchy)
- Add all ingredients to a blender and smooth until kale is blended and your mix is a nice green color.
- Pour, serve and enjoy.
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I have kale smoothies, but I’ve never put pineapple in them, that part sounds delicious!
Amy, I didn’t realize you were in Cincinnati! Waving at you from the other end of the state where it’s also been insanely cold and a repeat of last Winter the last couple of days.
This smoothie looks like the perfect way to sneak in some extra veggie goodness!
I have not tried a kale smoothie before but my 24 year old swears by them. It might be time to bring on the green!
Hey Betsy, you gotta try it. I am telling you, you will love it. It is sweet and delicious! Promise.
Beautiful pictures! I’ve tried a spinach smoothie and that was tough. I am wondering if I tried it with my eyes shut if it would taste better. hee hee
Aimee, give it a whirl, it really is wonderful.
Kale is a staple ingredient in our home! I will be sharing this recipe with my mom. She will love it!
Thanks Jessica!
We LOVE green smoothies at our house. So excited for some new recipes.
Awesome Stephanie. Enjoy!
This is my new favorite smoothie! Thanks!
Thanks Ginny! xo
Mmm, I love a green smoothie with pineapple! I’m totally craving one now.
Thanks Amanda!
My husband is a huge kale fan and would love this!
Jess, I hope you enjoys it as much as I did!
I have the same 3 p.m. low you describe. What a great idea to combat it!
Dorothy, its tough to soldier through when I hit that low. This Smoothie hit the spot and jump started my engine. I hope you enjoy it!
I love smoothies, I drink one every morning! I’m always looking for new smoothie recipes and I can’t wait to try your green smoothie recipe! 🙂
Thanks Jenn!
I’m ashamed to admit, but I’d never had kale! I guess a smoothie would be a great way to try it!
Jaren, kale is kind of intimadating, but once you cook with it a few times, you will enjoy it.