Strawberry Kale Smoothie – plant-based on a budget

Need a new healthy morning smoothie recipe? Look no further than these 5 minutes Strawberry Kale Smoothie Recipe! It’s easy to make and packed with lots of healthy ingredients, making it the perfect way to start the day.

A healthy breakfast is a good start to the day. It refuels the body after an overnight fast and gets you going for the day. But when time is a factor to making sure you eat breakfast, this Kale Strawberry Smoothie is an easy fix.

Want more breakfast smoothies for the morning? You might want to try one of my other favorite smoothie recipes! I love this Mixed Berry Smoothie with Mint and Ginger.

Need more ideas for cooking kale? Then you must check out these Strawberry Kale Salad, Chickpea Kale Salad, and Kale Bean Soup.

Why this recipe works

• Fast and easy
• Healthy ingredients
• No added sugar
• Perfect for meal prep

What’s in this smoothie

This green smoothie with strawberries is made with simple, healthy and wholesome ingredients.

• strawberries: Frozen is best. They’re convenient, often cheaper, and add a slightly frozen texture to the kale and berry smoothie.
• Banana: Use fresh or frozen. You can even freeze overripe bananas and use them in smoothies. It’s a great way to save some money by reducing waste.
• pumpkin seeds: Healthy fats, fiber and other nutrients work, but so do sunflower seeds.
• Flaxseed (or flax flour): Ground flaxseeds are a healthy source of omega-3 fatty acids. You can also use chia seeds or hemp seeds.
• Kale Leaves: Healthy greens boost nutrition in this vegan smoothie. You can also use spinach or other vegetables.
• Events: A natural source of sugar to lightly sweeten this kale and fruit smoothie.
• Water or Plant Milk: To aid in the blending of fruits and vegetables and create a smoothie texture. When using plant milk, my favorites are almond milk or coconut milk.

How to make a kale and strawberry smoothie

• 1) Put all the ingredients for the strawberry green smoothie in a blender.

• 2) Blend until smooth and creamy, adding water or milk as needed to achieve desired smoothie consistency.

expert tips

• Shake Consistency: For a thick and creamy shake-like smoothie, use frozen strawberries and bananas.
• food preparation: For a lighter morning, pack the fruit, seeds, and kale in containers. When you’re ready to make it, put everything in the blender and add dates and liquid to mix.

frequently asked Questions

variations

Here are a few ways you can add a little variety to your smoothie.

• Protein Boost: Add 1 scoop of your favorite vegan protein powder or 1 tablespoon of peanut butter or almond butter.
• Creamier: Add silken tofu or vegan yogurt for a creamier texture.
• Berry Kale Smoothie: Use a berry mix or swap out the strawberries for blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries.
• Kale Fruit Smoothie: Instead of strawberries, use a mix of fruits like pineapple, papaya, or mango.

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Photos by Alfonso Revilla