Avocado Kale Superfood Smoothie + A Giveaway | Simple Sundays
This Avocado Kale Superfood Smoothie is a marriage of two very good things: kale and avocado – with a touch of blueberry yogurt and creamy banana. Blend in some almond milk, and you’ve got a creamy, dreamy superfood smoothie that is perfect for breakfast or as a wholesome snack.
This Avocado Kale Superfood Smoothie is a marriage of two very good things: kale and avocado – with a touch of blueberry yogurt and creamy banana. Blend in some almond milk, and you’ve got a creamy, dreamy superfood smoothie that is perfect for breakfast or as a wholesome snack.
After all the chocolate and sweets from Valentine’s Day, I am ready to soothe my eyes and my tummy with something green and wholesome. How about you? My sister argues that Valentine’s weekend is not over yet, and our house is still full of all kinds of treats, don’t get me wrong. I still have a batch of sinful chocolate mousse, the children have bagfuls of sweets from their classmates, there are the boxes of chocolates, and there’s even some cupcakes from one of the Bay Area’s beloved bakeries.
You would think that this self-professed chocoholic would be in sugar heaven, but the truth is, I really didn’t go overboard this holiday. The house may be brimming with sweets, but I actually haven’t indulged too much. Just the sight of it — in my cupboards, at the stores, on the internet— is enough to make my stomach a bit agitated.
I needed a lot of green this morning. Instead of my usual morning green smoothie, I wanted something a little more velvety and creamy. And this Avocado Kale Superfood Smoothie from my friend Julia’s new cookbook was just what I was craving.
You may know Julia Mueller from the wonderful The Roasted Root. Our paths crossed about a year or so ago, when we both visited the gorgeous Diestel turkey farm in the Sonoran hills. When she reached out to let me know that her new cookbook, Delicious Probiotic Drinks: 75 Recipes for Kombucha, Kefir, Ginger Beer, and Other Naturally Fermented Drinks was to be released, I could not wait to check it out!
Every once in a while, I like to incorporate kombucha and kefir into my life, but I had no idea that it could so simply be made at home. Julia’s book shares her secrets to these probiotic gems, and some creative drinks showcasing them. There are also homemade yogurt recipes, and as you can imagine, good-for-you smoothies.
By now, you know I am a huge fan of smoothies. I have them at least once (usually twice) a day. And I also love a good avocado smoothie once in a while. This smoothie is a marriage of two very good things: kale and avocado – with a touch of blueberry yogurt and creamy banana. Whipped in some almond milk, and you’ve got a creamy, dreamy superfood Avocado Kale Superfood Smoothie that is perfect for breakfast, as a wholesome snack…or some post-Valentine’s indulgence.
But this is just one of many goodies Julia shares in her new book. She also shares home brewed ginger beer, lacto fermented and cultured juices, and “cocktails” that will help boost metabolism, digestion and the immune system. I started off simply with this green smoothie, but I am slowly exploring making my own kefir and yogurt at home.
And so can you! Be sure to check out Julia’s book. I’m also pleased to be able to share a copy of Delicious Probiotic Drinks with one of you! To enter the giveaway, check out the details below!
Giveaway
I would love for you to win a copy of Delicious Probiotic Drinks by Julia Mueller. Here’s how:
Please leave a comment letting me know: What is your favorite smoothie? and click on the widget below.
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Entries/Comments accepted until 12 am Pacific, Wednesday, 19 October, 2014.
One winner will be randomly selected and notified by email. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to email notification, otherwise an alternate winner will be selected.
Disclosure: I received a copy of Delicious Probiotic Drinks, by Julia Mueller from Skyhorse Publishing for review, however, I was not compensated to write or review the book. All opinions are always my own. Giveaway furnished by Skyhorse Publishing. Please visit The Roasted Root to learn more about Delicious Probiotic Drinks.
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Açaí Smoothie
Green Smoothie Bowl
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Avocado Kale Superfood Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 frozen banana chopped in small chunks
- 1/2 cup blueberry yogurt
- 1 cup kale or spinach leaves, chopped
- 1/2 ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
Instructions
- Place the banana, blueberry yogurt, kale/spinach, avocado and almond milk in a blender. Blend on high speed until smooth.
This is my new GO-TO morning smoothie!! I was eating oatmeal regularly in the morning, but I would get hungry soon after eating. This smoothie is filling and so thick and creamy…decadent and healthy. thank you!
So awesome to hear, Josh! It really is a great way to fuel up in the morning — so glad it’s your new go-to smoothie!
wow refreshing and healthy!
This recipe comes out so thick it doesn’t even come out of the blender. Aren’t you supposed to be able to drink a smoothie?
Yes, smoothies are meant to drink (although there is such a thing as smoothie bowls, which you eat with a spoon, but that is another story). I suspect you are having trouble because of the size of your banana and/or avocado, since not all bananas and avocados are created equal. In this case, thinning it out with more almond milk will thin it out and make it drinkable. Hope this helps!
Just tried this but with blueberrycoconut milk Greek yogurt and flax seeds. II love trying new healthy recipes especially ones made from scratch.
Strawberries, Bananas, Non-Fat Milk, Vanilla, Turbinado, Soy Protein
I enjoy making smoothies with frozen unsweetened berries, peaches, pineapple, and strawberries. No other ingredients needed aside from water and a dash of allspice, cinnamon, and nutmeg!
This avocado kale smoothie has been a favorite of mine for a long time now. Thick and smooth and oh so yummy.
Looks delish, thanks for sharing. Here is my fave kale smoothie recipe : http://www.ivlproducts.com/all-day-energy-greens-drink/fitness-and-nutrition/Green-Supplement-Green-Smoothie-Recipes-to-Keep-You-Fueled-Throughout-Your-Day.aspx
Simple and healthy!
I love banana, mango, spinach with almond milk, tumeric, cardamom and agave nector
I make variations of green smoothies every morning. My favorite includes kale, bananas, blueberries, almond milk and a touch of ginger.
Just when I thought I had enough of kale…have to try this one!