Ginger-Kale Smoothies

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Makes

2 servings

Updated: Feb. 11, 2023
Since I started making this green smoothie recipe for breakfast every day, I honestly feel better! Substitute any fruit and juice you like to make this recipe your own healthy blend.—Linda Green, Kilauea, Kauai, Hawaii
Ginger-Kale Smoothies Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

  • 1-1/4 cups orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 cups torn fresh kale
  • 1 medium apple, peeled and coarsely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
  • 4 ice cubes
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric or 1/4-inch piece fresh turmeric, peeled and finely chopped
  • Dash cayenne pepper

Directions

  1. Place all ingredients in a blender; cover and process until blended. Pour into chilled glasses; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 121 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 22mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fruit, 1 vegetable.