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    My Favourite Green Smoothie

    Published: Mar 5, 2018 · Modified: Sep 3, 2020 by Sally · Leave a Comment

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    There is something really satisfying about starting the day with a green smoothie. It gives me this kind of healthy food confidence that because I had kale for breakfast, I make better food choices throughout the day. And even if I do indulge, who cares because I had kale for breakfast.

    Balance is our friend here.

    I have tried so many green smoothies in my time. I started drinking them in the lead up to my wedding because I definitely wanted naturally clear and glowing skin. I can feel the impact of my diet on my skin particularly my face and breakouts can generally be traced back to increased oily foods or chocolate in my diet.

    So the only real answer was that I had to eat more vegetables, and vegetables can be boring. But in a smoothie mixed with fruit and other yummy things? Yeah, alright I can do that.

    Green SmoothieAfter trying many combos with kale, apples, banana, spinach, lemon juice, chia, cucumber, and everything else you can imagine (including blueberries which when combined with kale produce a grey/brown drink that is very unappetising), I feel very confident in saying this is the best green smoothie I have had.

    Why is it the best? Almond milk. All of my previous attempts at green smoothies involved me using coconut water which is naturally quite high in sugar and results in more of a green juice and the kale, well it never really breaks down. It was ok, I didn’t mind it. Until I realised that it didn’t have to be that way.

    Green SmoothieThe almond milk makes this smoothie super smooth and creamy and the added protein ensures that I don’t get crazy hungry an hour later when the sugar crashes like with many high fruit smoothies. I use the vanilla almond milk because I like the flavour and it works really well in this smoothie. You can use plain if you prefer though.

    The other key to this green smoothie is the mango. How good is mango?? It makes everything better. In this case because it is blended up it works just fine (better?) with frozen mango as you don’t need to add ice and can have mango all year round. I do love frozen fruit for this reason. The flavour of the mango works perfectly with the kale and cuts the harshness of the flavour making it just a yummy combo.

    This smoothie is rounded out with a couple of dates to add that little extra sweetness, or you could use a tablespoon of honey if you prefer. I like the dates as even though they are little pockets of sugar, I find the flavour just works well and gives me just the sweetness I need.

    This smoothie is seriously easy to make. Grab your blender and let’s go.

    Blending mango & dates for a green smoothieFirstly we have the mango & dates, then throw in the kale.

    Blending kale for a green smoothieAdd almond milk and blend until creamy.

    Blended green smoothiePour into a glass and enjoy the yummy healthiness.

    Pouring green smoothie into a glassThis really easy 4 ingredient breakfast has been my go to combo lately. I’ll switch up my week having these smoothies or an egg on toast depending how I feel in the morning. This smoothie means that I am starting my day already with a serve of fruit and vegetables, and actually keeps me full through my morning.

    Give it a go, kale has never been this delicious! You and your skin can thank me later 😉

    Green Smoothie

    My Favourite Green Smoothie

    It takes just 4 ingredients to make this creamy green smoothie. The perfect quick breakfast to keep you full through the morning. 
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    Course: Breakfast, Drinks
    Cuisine: Australian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 1 smoothie
    Author: Sally
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    Ingredients

    • 1 cup frozen mango , diced
    • 1 large handful kale , stems removed
    • 2-3 dates
    • 1 ½ cups vanilla almond milk

    Instructions

    • Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Enjoy straight away. 

    Notes

    Adapted from Pinch of Yum

    Nutritional information is provided as a guide only and is calculated using automated online tools, therefore we cannot guarantee the accuracy. We encourage you to make your own calculations based on the actual ingredients used in your recipe.

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