I’ve been seeing them everywhere lately, so I decided it was time to try a Green Smoothie. I had some leftover kale after last week’s fiesta that featured White Beans with Kale, White Bean and Kale Soup, and White Bean with Kale Bruschetta so it seemed like the perfect time.
I promise we’ll take a little break from kale after this.
This is not a smoothie in the traditional sense – no yogurt, no milk, no dairy of any kind. It tastes herby and earthy with just a hint of citrus. The Grillmaster and I enjoyed it, but our tastebuds were a bit confused at first. If this isn’t your thing, you might prefer Spinach Smoothie with Apples and Grapes or Avocado Smoothie with Leafy Greens.
Have you ever tried a green smoothie? What was in yours?
Recipe Card
Green Smoothie (Dairy-Free)
Dairy-free green smoothie featuring kale, mango, and orange juice
Servings:2
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen mango cubes
- 2 medium ribs celery coarsely chopped
- 1 cup chopped kale leaves stems and ribs removed
- 2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley leaves only
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves only
- 1 cup fresh orange juice chilled
Instructions
- Place ingredients in blender and purée until smooth.
- Pour into 2 glasses and serve immediately.
Nutrition Info Per Serving
Nutrition Facts
Green Smoothie (Dairy-Free)
Amount Per Serving (0 g)
Calories 136 Calories from Fat 7
% Daily Value*
Fat 0.8g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 53mg2%
Potassium 677mg19%
Carbohydrates 32g11%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 23g26%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 6750IU135%
Vitamin C 181.5mg220%
Calcium 100mg10%
Iron 2mg11%
Net carbs 28g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Those look absolutely delicious. The weather is starting to heat up where I am and I think that these would be perfect on a hot day!
I make green smoothies constantly – such a quick and easy way to get more greens in your diet! I also pre-puree kale and freeze it in ice cube trays so I have greens at the ready when I don’t have fresh. I add pear puree (my company Ontario’s Own makes it so I always have lots) for that extra sweetness.
I haven’t tried the green smoothies yet, but I think it is something I would really love.
Like the looks of that! Grapes (frozen or not) or pears would be good in there, too, and add a touch of sweetness without adding too much sugar. We have declared the first week of April as Greens Smoothie Week, and will share this link on our Facebook then. Thanks!
–Your friendly Southern California farmers at Cut ‘N Clean Greens
https://www.facebook.com/Cut.n.Clean.Greens
Hmm this sounds interesting, but good. I think I will try this for breakfasts next week. The only green smoothies I’ve ever made is just my regular (strawberry, banana, OJ, and yogurt) with a handful of fresh spinach.