Category
Meal Replacement
Servings
1
Prep Time
5 minutes
Calories
239
Go green and get plenty of protein power with this super tasty smoothie that gets its beautiful green color from kale and green apple, and a bright boost of flavor from ginger, mint, and lemon.
Author:Anita T. Shaffer, RDN
Ingredients
1 cup of unsweetened milk: Fat Free Dairy or Lactose & Fat-free Ultrafiltered Dairy or Soy Milk or Pea Protein Milk
Protein powder: 1 tbsp. pumpkin seed or 1 tbsp. pea/quinoa or 2 tbsp. soy or 2 tbsp. whey
1 small green apple (core removed, skin on, thinly sliced, frozen)
½ cup chopped kale (frozen)
1 dash ground ginger
2 fresh mint leaves or ¼ tsp. mint extract
1 tsp. grated lemon peel or 1 tsp. lemon juice
1 packet (1 tsp.) zero calorie sugar substitute (optional)
Directions
Pour milk into a blender.
Add protein powder.
Add remaining ingredients.
Blend on high speed until smooth — about 1 minute.
Enjoy!
Recipe Note
- Buying and using frozen kale adds convenience, helps reduce waste, eliminates the need to add ice to your smoothie, and helps make a smooth consistency.
- Core and thinly slice the apple and pre-measure kale, put them in small storage bags or other containers, and store in the freezer so when you’re ready to make a smoothie the ingredients are ready to go.
- If you use a non-dairy milk alternative, choose a product fortified with calcium and vitamins A, D, and B12.
*Customize your smoothie with your choice of milk and protein powder. If you must avoid dairy (including whey) or soy, try one of our suggested alternatives.
Nutrition
Serving Size
1 serving
Calories 239,
Protein
20 grams,
Fat
3 grams,
Carbs
33 grams,
Fiber
7 grams
