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Blueberry Kale Smoothie With Ginger (Anti-Inflammatory)
Awaken your taste buds and energize your morning with this Blueberry Kale Smoothie, kissed with a zing of ginger. Beyond its nutritional prowess, this blend is a true anti-inflammatory champion. And guess what? The coconut water is just the cherry on top, making it an extra refreshing sip!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups coconut water, pure
- 1½ cups blueberries, frozen
- 1 cup mango, frozen
- 1 cup kale, green, fresh, curly, washed, leaves only
- 1 tbsp hemp seeds
- 1 tsp ginger, fresh, peeled
- ½ banana, ripe
Equipment
- 1 blender high speed
Instructions
- Into a high-speed blender, toss in coconut water, frozen blueberries, frozen mangoes, fresh kale leaves, hemp seeds, fresh ginger, and banana.
- Blitz until creamy, then serve promptly for a delightful experience.
Notes
Food for thought
- This smoothie is intentionally crafted with breakfast in mind, especially considering the needs of those observing Ramadan. Feel free to adjust the ingredient amounts to align with your health and dietary preferences. It's a versatile blend that adapts to your unique taste and nutritional requirements.
Perfecting your smoothie: A handy preparation trick
- If you prefer a thicker and more frozen texture, reduce the amount of coconut water by half a cup in the original recipe. You could replace 1/2 cup of coconut water with 1/2 cup of ice when blending. This adjustment adds a chill factor, but also enhances the thickness, creating a slushier texture.
Food safe storage
- This smoothie is a treat when enjoyed fresh, but if it hangs out a bit and gets a bit jelly-like, just give it a stir to bring back that creamy goodness.
- For a quick morning fix, store most of your ingredients in the freezer. When you're ready to roll, add coconut water, and you've got a grab-and-go winner!
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 454kcal (23%)Carbohydrates: 93g (31%)Protein: 12g (24%)Fat: 9g (14%)Saturated Fat: 2g (10%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 544mg (23%)Potassium: 2218mg (63%)Fiber: 18g (72%)Sugar: 65g (72%)Vitamin A: 8636IU (173%)Vitamin C: 161mg (195%)Calcium: 327mg (33%)Iron: 5mg (28%)
Keep in mind that the nutritional values provided are approximations and suggestions, and might fluctuate depending on ingredient variations, portion sizes, and recipe adjustments. This nutrition facts table cannot account for your individual needs. Your body — including your hunger and satiety cues — change daily. It's perfectly fine to eat more or less on different days. Instead of letting food guilt take over, consider mindful eating.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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