Pineapple Kale Smoothie

Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

• 1 medium banana
• 1/4 bunch kale, or 1 cup chopped kale leaves
• 1 cup fresh or frozen pineapple chunks
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds, plus more for garnish
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk, plus more as needed

Preparation

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   Prep the following, placing them in a quart sized zip-top bag: Peel and slice 1 medium banana. Remove the stems from 1/4 bunch kale and coarsely chop the leaves (about 1 cup). Add 1 cup pineapple chunks and 2 tablespoons chia seeds. Seal the bag and freeze until solid, at least 2 hours and up to 3 months.
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   When ready to eat, transfer the frozen ingredients into a blender and add 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk. (If the frozen fruit has stuck together, lightly hit it against the counter while still in the bag to break it up before adding it to the blender.)
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   Blend on high speed until very smooth, 30 to 60 seconds, adding more almond milk if needed to thin it out. Pour into a tall glass and garnish with chia seeds, if desired. Serve immediately.

7. Bon appetit!