Almond, Kale, and Banana Smoothie Recipe | Epicurious

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"This breakfast is my Hail Mary: No matter what kind of madness is waiting for me at work, at least I started the day right. The sweetness of the bananas and dates balances out a big handful of virtuous kale." —Carla Lalli Music, food director

Recipe information

Yield
Serves 2 servings

Ingredients

½ orange, peeled

2 Medjool dates, pitted

¼ cup almonds

1 banana, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces

2 cups torn kale leaves

¼ cup unsweetened almond milk or coconut water

Preparation

Blend orange, dates, almonds, and 3 Tbsp. water in a blender on low speed until almonds are finely ground. Increase to speed high and blend until mixture is no longer grainy, about 1 minute. Add banana, kale, almond milk, and ½ cup ice; blend until drink is smooth and thick.

TagsSmoothie Beverages American Kale Leafy Greens Vegetable Date Dried Fruit Fruit Banana Almond Nut Snack Brunch Breakfast Nonalcoholic Dairy Free Raw Vegan Vegetarian Gluten Free Quick Easy Blender Ramadan Bon Appétit

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