Ingredients
Fruits and Vegetables
- 1 cup frozen blueberries, plus more for garnish
- 1 medium ripe banana, peeled and frozen
- 1 cup packed baby kale
- 3/4 teaspoon lemon zest, plus more for garnish
- 1½ tablespoons lemon juice
Liquids
- ½ cup unsweetened plain almond milk
- ½ cup chilled unsweetened brewed green tea
Additional Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons hulled hemp seeds
- ½ teaspoon honey (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Gather 1 cup of frozen blueberries, 1 frozen ripe banana, 1 cup of packed baby kale, ½ cup of unsweetened almond milk, ½ cup of chilled brewed green tea, 2 tablespoons of hulled hemp seeds, ¾ teaspoon of lemon zest, 1½ tablespoons of lemon juice, ½ teaspoon honey (optional), and ¼ teaspoon ground ginger.
- Blend the Smoothie: Place all the ingredients into a blender. Process on high speed for about 25 seconds or until the mixture is completely smooth and well combined.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into a glass. Optionally, garnish with additional blueberries and a sprinkle of lemon zest for extra color and flavor.
Notes
- For a sweeter smoothie, add honey to taste or adjust according to preference.
- Using frozen banana and blueberries helps achieve a thick, chilled texture without adding ice.
- Green tea adds antioxidants and a subtle flavor but can be substituted with other teas or water if desired.
- Hemp seeds contribute protein, healthy fats, and a nutty flavor. They can be omitted or replaced with flaxseeds if preferred.
- Use fresh lemon zest and juice for the brightest flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
