I know you have heard this many times but greens (especially kale) are one of the greatest things you can add to your diet. But not everyone enjoys eating them. Putting them in a smoothie is a great way to get the nutrients from your greens, and by combining them with fruit, you would never even know they are there.

Piña Kale-ada Smoothie

Green smoothies are my favorite go-to snack and are even great to have as a meal, especially for breakfast as a perfect start to your day. I love how I feel after having a green smoothie and this one in particular really gets me going.

This recipe combines my favorite ingredients, pineapple & kale. It’s super easy to make and besides breakfast, it’s perfect for after a workout. It gives you the needed nutrients to repair and hydrate your muscles. This piña kale-ada smoothie is a delicious combo that everyone enjoys.

Piña Kale-ada Smoothie

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This recipe is super easy to make and is a great way to start off your day. This smoothie keeps me full and energized and is perfect for after my daily workout. It keeps me cool and hydrated during my summer runs. Enjoy and share with your family and friends.

• Author: Vanessa Cassani
• Prep Time: 7 mins
• Total Time: 7 mins
• Yield: 2 1x
• Category: Smoothie
• Cuisine: Vegan, Gluten-free

Ingredients

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• 4 bananas
• 1/2 pineapple (4 cups)
• 4–6 leaves of kale
• 2 celery stalks
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup ice

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Instructions

1. Cut and peel your pineapple.
2. In your high speed blender, combine bananas, pineapple, and kale.
3. Add ice and/ or water and blend until smooth and creamy.

Notes

For this recipe I used my Vitamix Blender. I also use 2 cups ice instead of water or frozen bananas to cool me down during the summer heat.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 2
• Calories: 323
• Sugar: 51g
• Sodium: 14mg
• Fat: 1g
• Carbohydrates: 84g
• Fiber: 9g
• Protein: 4g

I hope you make this pumpkin spice granola recipe, it’s all the fall flavors in one bowl. If you do make it be sure to tag me on Instagram @LiveSimplyNatural or you can always pin it on Pinterest for later. I love seeing what you guys are cooking up in your kitchens. Stay tuned for more healthy plant-based recipes.

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Health Benefits

Pineapples contain high amounts of vitamin C, which can help boost the immune system and reduce mucus in the throat and nose. A helpful fighter against problems such as heart disease and joint pain, pineapple is also high in manganese, which is essential in developing strong bones and connective tissue. Pineapples also contain high amounts of thiamin, a B vitamin that is involved in energy production. The pineapple is a great source of fiber, which is essential in keeping you regular and keeping your intestines healthy. Pineapples have great anti-inflammatory properties and can help reduce severe inflammation and can even reduce tumor growth.