Description
This vibrant kale smoothie is a healthy, energizing way to start your day! Packed with antioxidants from matcha and fresh ginger, it combines creamy banana and sweet frozen peaches to create a deliciously refreshing breakfast or snack option.
Ingredients
Liquids
- 1 cup almond milk
Fruits & Vegetables
- 1 medium frozen banana
- 2 kale leaves, stems removed
- 2 to 3 small ripe peaches, frozen (or 1/2 to 1 cup diced mango, frozen)
- ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Others
- ½ teaspoon matcha powder (optional)
- Ice (a handful)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a high-speed blender, add the almond milk, frozen banana, kale leaves with stems removed, frozen peaches (or mango), grated fresh ginger, and matcha powder if using.
- Blend Until Creamy: Blend all the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring that the kale is fully incorporated.
- Add Ice and Blend Again: Add a handful of ice cubes to the blender and blend again to create a chilled, refreshing smoothie with a frosty texture.
Notes
- Tip: Freeze the kale ahead of time to achieve a frostier, thicker smoothie texture.
- You can substitute frozen peaches with frozen diced mango for a tropical flavor variation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
