This smoothie recipe is packed with antioxidants, anti-inflammatory ingredients and other nutrients. If you have heard about the health benefits of dark chocolate, you may want to start consuming the cacao nibs which I sprinkled on top of this smoothie. Cacao nibs are cacao beans that have been roasted, separated from their husks, and broken into smaller pieces. When you snack on Cacao nibs, you will consume about nine grams of fiber per ounce, and they contain no sugar when eaten raw.
As always, I can't start my day without the other super foods : Hemp seeds (Nutiva), Flax seeds, Chia seeds (Nutiva) and Goji Berries. I am currently out of Flax seeds and Goji Berries, but I usually purchase them online from Amazon.com. These seeds deliver as much protein as some nuts, and also deliver heart-healthy alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and the plant-based omega-3 fat.
Hope you enjoy this recipe and please add / remove fruit according to your taste.
Superfood Protein Kale Smoothie
Ingredients
- 3 Cups of Fresh Curly Kale
- 1 Whole Fresh Banana
- 1 ½ cup of Pineapple
- 1 Cup of Almond Milk
- 1 Cup of Greek Yogurt
- Organic Hemp Seeds
- Organic Chia Seeds
- Organic Cacao Nibs
- Coconut Flakes, unsweetened
- Organic Cocoa Powder, unsweetened
- Cinnamon Stick
Instructions
- Blend Kale, Banana, Pineapple, Almond Milk, Greek Yogurt until smooth and creamy
- Pour into bowl and top with super foods : Hemp Seeds, Chia Seeds, Cacao Nibs, Cocoa Powder, Coconut Flakes and stir with Cinnamon Sticks.
Beth@FrugalFroggie
I should try this. I make smoothies everyday.
Debbie Denny
I like smoothies. Don't think I have had kale.
shelahmoss
That looks delicious! We love smoothies and I can't wait to try this one out.
Wynn chow
Yummy, I want to eat 😛
Claudette P. Esterine
I'm sorry, you will have to make this and send to me to convince me that it tastes good because I detest kale! 🙁 Do we have a deal? LOl
Krystal
I need to find a way to enjoy kale. This might be the ticket! I will have to try it.
Shannon P
Yum! I love smoothies as a way to sneak in good for you fruits and veggies!
Katie Reed
This smoothie sounds amazing! It's a great way to get more kale in your diet and it is filled with some amazing things. I can't wait to try this smoothie recipe out!