The green smoothies keep on coming, and this recipe is no slouch. The flavor profile is refreshing sweet, but you get a little kick from the ginger and zing from the lemon juice. Plus, the creamy homemade almond milk contributes to this smoothie’s lovely consistency. And the date provides just the right amount of sweetness, complementing the natural sugars from the banana and mango.
It’s probably no surprise to learn that kale benefits the immune system. It is, after all, an incredible superfood that exhibits impressive quantities of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. From strengthening your bones to promoting heart health, there’s nothing kale can’t do! In regards to immune health, kale is naturally rich in vitamin C, with one cup of raw kale providing 22% of the recommended daily value (DV). Plus, leafy greens like kale work to reduce inflammatory markers, most of which are associated with illness.
In addition to kale, lemon and ginger are known immune boosters. Ginger contains anti-inflammatory and antibiotic properties that may boost immune function. It also exhibits antiviral and antibacterial activity that work to keep the body health. Just like kale, lemon offers a lot of vitamin C, which may improve skin and immune health. Finally, studies indicate that lemon may reduce the complications from a cold or flu, helping reduce inflammation in the body.
- Prep Time:5m
- Total Time:5m
- Serves: 1 serving
- Category: Full Body Cleanse Approved, Smoothies & Juices, Raw, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 c mango, cubed and frozen overnight
- 1 banana, peeled, sliced, and frozen overnight
- 1 c kale, de-stemmed and loosely packed
- 1 Medjool date, pitted
- 1/2 -inch ginger root, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1 1/2 c homemade almond milk
- 1/2 c filtered water
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. This may take a minute or so because of the frozen ingredients.
- Pour into one large cup, or a couple smaller cups, and enjoy immediately.
