Super Green Power Smoothie

Packed with vitamins and chock-full of goodness, this delicious smoothie is made with kale, cucumber, apple, and dates. But really, you can flavor it with whatever goodies you like. Refer to the Smoothie Formula Chart below.

Serves: 2
Active Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 5 mins

Ingredients

• 4 or 5 kale leaves

• 1/3 cucumber (approx. 1 cup)

• 1 to 2 apples (1 cup)

• 2 dates (or other sweetener like agave)

• 1 1/2 cups ice cubes

• 3 cups liquid (water, coconut water, or non-dairy milk of choice)

Method

Kale is the main power in this smoothie. Any of the other ingredients can be substituted with celery, spinach, pears, bananas, and kiwi, for example. You can even add an avocado, if you like, or fresh ginger and nuts (cashew nuts work particularly well).

First, prepare your blender. Assemble your ingredients and wash the vegetables.

To make the smoothie, place everything into the high-speed blender and blend for a couple of minutes or until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust your flavors and re-blend if desired. Serve immediately.

If desired, a scoop or two of protein powder can be added for extra bulk.

The Smoothie Formula to get those creative wheels turning