Almond, Kale, and Banana Smoothie
"This breakfast is my Hail Mary: No matter what kind of madness is waiting for me at work, at least I started the day right. The sweetness of the bananas and dates balances out a big handful of virtuous kale."
—Carla Lalli Music, food director
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- Served Person: Serves 2 servings
Smoothie
Healthy
Almond
Kale
Kid-Friendly
Bon Appétit
Quick and Healthy
Breakfast
Small Plates
- 1/4 cup almonds
- 2 cups torn kale leaves
- 1/2 orange, peeled
- 2 medjool dates, pitted
- 1 banana, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or coconut water
- Carbohydrate 41 g(14%)
- Fat 10 g(15%)
- Fiber 7 g(28%)
- Protein 6 g(12%)
- Saturated Fat 1 g(4%)
- Sodium 28 mg(1%)
- Calories 249
Preparation Blend orange, dates, almonds, and 3 Tbsp. water in a blender on low speed until almonds are finely ground. Increase speed to high and blend until mixture is no longer grainy, about 1 minute. Add banana, kale, almond milk, and 1/2 cup ice; blend until drink is smooth and thick.
Preparation Blend orange, dates, almonds, and 3 Tbsp. water in a blender on low speed until almonds are finely ground. Increase speed to high and blend until mixture is no longer grainy, about 1 minute. Add banana, kale, almond milk, and 1/2 cup ice; blend until drink is smooth and thick.
