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For those of you that want an on-the-go vitamin packed smoothie, here’s my favorite. This kale spinach smoothie is my go-to smoothie. I always feel great after drinking this smoothie because I know that I got 2 cups of spinach and 3 kale leaves in one drink.  It’s nice to be able to drink your veggies once in a while, especially when life is busy and you don’t have time to cook them up in the kitchen.

Green smoothies are great to have as a mid-morning or post workout snack, or as an on-the-go lunch or breakfast.  I usually need a bit more than a smoothie for lunch, so I usually pair this smoothie with a slice of toast topped with almond butter or mashed avocado and sea salt. DELISH!

Ingredients for kale and spinach smoothie

Kale & Spinach Smoothie!

  • 3/4 cup cold filtered water or coconut water
  • 1 cup organic grapes
  • 1/2 cup frozen or fresh pineapple – if you’re using fresh, then you will want to add some ice cubes till you get to the desired consistency
  • 2 cups of spinach – I really pack it in, so its 2 full cups
  • 1/2 banana, fresh or frozen
  • 2-3 leaves lacinato kale – rinsed and de-stemed.  Here’s a post on how to de-stem kale.
  • OPTIONAL – 2 tablespoons of flaxseed – it’s optional, but why not add more nutrients to your smoothie!
  • OPTIONAL – 1 tablespoon collagen powder

Here’s the BEST blender in the world, Vitamix!  This seriously has been one of my favorite kitchen investments!  It is pricey, around $500, but you can mix anything in it from smoothies to soups.  I’m totally getting my money’s worth as I am making a smoothie every day for myself and most days for my hubby and kiddos!  The below picture is what the smoothie looks like before its blended.

Put all of the ingredients into a high-powered blender!

Ingredients in Vitamix blender

Blend away until smooth!

Blended smoothie in blender

Pour the smoothie into a cute glass, add a straw, and enjoy!

It makes about 18 ounces so feel free to cut the recipe in half if you want less.

I usually take it on- the-go in my Lifefactory bottle. If your smoothie is too thick, then just add a bit more water to thin it up a bit.

Smoothie in glass

Who knew that drinking your veggies could look and taste so GOOD!

Don’t have kale in the house?  Then make this spinach smoothie. It’s just as good and is one of my kid’s favorite smoothies.

Kid approved spinach smoothie

With love Jackie
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Kale & Spinach Smoothie!

Recipe by Jackie
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Makes

18

ounces
Prep time

5

minutes
Total time

5

minutes

    Ingredients

    • ¾ cup cold filtered water or coconut water

    • 1 cup organic grapes

    • ½ cup frozen or fresh pineapple - if you're using fresh, then you will want to add some ice cubes till you get to the desired consistency

    • 2 cups of spinach - I really pack it in, so its 2 full cups

    • ½ banana, fresh or frozen

    • 2-3 leaves lacinato kale - rinsed and de-stemed. 

    • Optional

    • 2 tablespoons of flaxseed - it's optional, but why not add more nutrients to your smoothie!

    • 1 tablespoon collagen powder

    Directions

    • Put all of the ingredients into a high powdered blender and blend away until smooth!

    • Pour into a glass, add a cute straw and drink up!

    Tip

    • If your smoothie is too thick, then just add a bit more water to thin it up a bit.

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    I want to share with you guys a simple lesson about reading ingredients. Here’s my favorite brand of coconut milk, Native Forest. As you can see, they have 2 kinds of the full fat unsweetened coconut milk, one is called simple, and one is classic. The difference here is in the ingredients, one contains guar gum and one doesn’t.



    You really want to look at the labels and the ingredients, and not just trust the brand is the same across all products.



    I love this Native Forest, Simple, because again it clearly states no quars, and if you look in the ingredients, you’ll see organic coconut milk, organic coconut, filtered water. Simple whole food ingredients, no added fillers, gums, or flavors. You always want to look for a BPA free cans and the USDA organic stamp, which means its certified organic, so there’s no GMO’s, pesticides etc.



    What is guar gum, and why is it bad?


    Guar gum, which is derived from the guar bean is a thickening agent that can wreak havoc on your digestive system by causing bloating, gas, and discomfort. It can disrupt the delicate balance of your gut microbiome, leading to inflammation and impaired nutrient absorption. It’s also seen a lot in non-dairy creamers or milks.

    Was this helpful? If so, let me know in the comments below, 👇 as well as what else you would like to see, or know more about?

    #readlabels #readfoodlabels #guargum #guthealth #guthealing #inflammationrelief #antiimflammatory

    Open
    I want to share with you guys a simple lesson about reading ingredients. Here’s my favorite brand of coconut milk, Native Forest. As you can see, they have 2 kinds of the full fat unsweetened coconut milk, one is called simple, and one is classic. The difference here is in the ingredients, one contains guar gum and one doesn’t. You really want to look at the labels and the ingredients, and not just trust the brand is the same across all products. I love this Native Forest, Simple, because again it clearly states no quars, and if you look in the ingredients, you’ll see organic coconut milk, organic coconut, filtered water. Simple whole food ingredients, no added fillers, gums, or flavors. You always want to look for a BPA free cans and the USDA organic stamp, which means its certified organic, so there’s no GMO’s, pesticides etc. What is guar gum, and why is it bad? Guar gum, which is derived from the guar bean is a thickening agent that can wreak havoc on your digestive system by causing bloating, gas, and discomfort. It can disrupt the delicate balance of your gut microbiome, leading to inflammation and impaired nutrient absorption. It’s also seen a lot in non-dairy creamers or milks. Was this helpful? If so, let me know in the comments below, 👇 as well as what else you would like to see, or know more about? #readlabels #readfoodlabels #guargum #guthealth #guthealing #inflammationrelief #antiimflammatory

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    Comment ‘easy buckwheat’ and I’ll send you the recipe.

    This buckwheat porridge is SO EASY to make, and is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan to boot, and the bonus is it takes under 15 minutes to whip up in the morning.

    This breakfast is hubby approved. Steve tried this the other day and kept saying, “this is the best breakfast,” “man, this is SO good.” So if I can get my mountain biking, carb loving hubby to happily eat of bowl of this, then I think your family might love this too.

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    Comment ‘vegan bowl’ and I’ll DM you the recipe.

    These bowls are also great for those that are on the candida diet.

    I ❤️ these bowls because they’re jam packed with plant protein, as quinoa is a complete protein, and beans when paired with the quinoa, make a complete protein too. This bowl is balanced and satisfying from the slow burning carbs, healthy fats, plant protein, and will honestly sustain you for hours.

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    These vegan Mexican quinoa bowls have become a weekly staple in our house. They’re naturally vegan, but are full of flavor from the avocado tahini, and spicy chipotle tahini sauce. Comment ‘vegan bowl’ and I’ll DM you the recipe. These bowls are also great for those that are on the candida diet. I ❤️ these bowls because they’re jam packed with plant protein, as quinoa is a complete protein, and beans when paired with the quinoa, make a complete protein too. This bowl is balanced and satisfying from the slow burning carbs, healthy fats, plant protein, and will honestly sustain you for hours. These bowls are a great weeknight meatless dinner option, as I typically make the sauces ahead of time, (they literally take 5 minutes) so when it comes to dinner time, all I have to do is make the quinoa (takes under 20 minutes) and roast the sweet potatoes. I hope you give these a try, and that they become a go-to meatless dinner. #candidadiet #candidacleanse #veganbowls #veganbowls #veganrecipes #veganrecipe #vegandinner #vegandinnerideas #healthyfood

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    Comment ‘oat bars’ and I’ll DM you the recipe.

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    Comment ‘miso” and I’ll send you the recipe.

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    12 thoughts on “Kale & Spinach Smoothie!”

    1. Anonymous

      I tried this smoothie with a bit of hesitation. I was nervous how kale and spinach would blend with fruit. I should not have hesitated. This smoothie rocks!

      Reply
    2. whatalife

      FINALLY tried this yesterday…how long have been telling us about this…a while! Anyway, so much better than I expected. I’m definitely adding the kale next time.

      Reply
    3. whatalife

      Tip: As grapes go out of season, stock up when you can and freeze them. I washed them, let the water drain off some, and used a Zip-Loc freezer bag. Now I can treat myself to a refreshing smoothie come December.

      Reply
    5. Heddy

      We too love our Vitamix and use it almost every day. But we got ours at Costco for about $150 less than normal. (I think $374) Right now they only offer a pricier package, but I just wanted to let everyone know that if they do want to buy one, to check out Costco. 🙂 And that smoothie looks delish!

      Reply
      1. jackiegrandy

        Awesome news Heddy! I think I’m going to head over soon and check it out! I have been wanting to buy a back up one incase this one hits the bucket one day. I have used it 2-3 times a day for the past 4 years. 🙂

        Reply
    6. Tracey

      I JUST HAPPEN TO HAVE EVERY SINGLE ONE OF THE ABOVE INGREDIENTS…EVEN COCONUT WATER! I had a strawberry smoothie this morning but I am making myself a Kale and Spinach one in the morning! SO excited! I wanted to ask though, what you do with the left over? store in fridge or freezer?

      Reply
      1. jackiegrandy

        Hey Tracey! Yaay! Don’t you just love it when you see a recipe and you don’t have to run out to the store? I love that! Ok, I never have leftovers as I drink the whole smoothie. Yes, I’m a piggy, but it really goes down quickly. If you don’t want all 18 ounces, then you can half the recipe or store the leftovers in the fridge. The only thing is that the smoothie will get a bit thicker as it sits, so you may want to throw it back in the blender before you drink it up again. Let me know what you think! xoxo, Jackie

        Reply
    7. Heddy

      Finally tried this smoothie, and all 6 in our family gave it a big thumbs up! Thanks again for yet another delish recipe that we can all enjoy. 🙂

      Reply
      1. jackiegrandy

        OMG! I’m totally laughing as I type this Heddy because I just made up this smoothie for John and I for lunch today. I’m working hot lunch at Hall and wanted a healthy on-the-go lunch! I’m so happy that you and your family enjoy this smoothie. It’s packed full of nutrition especially if you add in the flax seed or chia seed! 🙂 xoxo, Jackie

        Reply
    8. Ed M

      The only thing I changed is adding some fresh ginger into the mix. I LOVE the taste and it adds some health benefits too!

      Reply
      1. jackiegrandy

        Hi Ed! Adding fresh ginger sounds great! I love ginger in my juices, so why not a smoothie. I’m going to try that next time! Thanks for the tip! xoxo, Jacquelyn

        Reply

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    I want to share with you guys a simple lesson about reading ingredients. Here’s my favorite brand of coconut milk, Native Forest. As you can see, they have 2 kinds of the full fat unsweetened coconut milk, one is called simple, and one is classic. The difference here is in the ingredients, one contains guar gum and one doesn’t.



    You really want to look at the labels and the ingredients, and not just trust the brand is the same across all products.



    I love this Native Forest, Simple, because again it clearly states no quars, and if you look in the ingredients, you’ll see organic coconut milk, organic coconut, filtered water. Simple whole food ingredients, no added fillers, gums, or flavors. You always want to look for a BPA free cans and the USDA organic stamp, which means its certified organic, so there’s no GMO’s, pesticides etc.



    What is guar gum, and why is it bad?


    Guar gum, which is derived from the guar bean is a thickening agent that can wreak havoc on your digestive system by causing bloating, gas, and discomfort. It can disrupt the delicate balance of your gut microbiome, leading to inflammation and impaired nutrient absorption. It’s also seen a lot in non-dairy creamers or milks.

    Was this helpful? If so, let me know in the comments below, 👇 as well as what else you would like to see, or know more about?

    #readlabels #readfoodlabels #guargum #guthealth #guthealing #inflammationrelief #antiimflammatory

    Open
    I want to share with you guys a simple lesson about reading ingredients. Here’s my favorite brand of coconut milk, Native Forest. As you can see, they have 2 kinds of the full fat unsweetened coconut milk, one is called simple, and one is classic. The difference here is in the ingredients, one contains guar gum and one doesn’t. You really want to look at the labels and the ingredients, and not just trust the brand is the same across all products. I love this Native Forest, Simple, because again it clearly states no quars, and if you look in the ingredients, you’ll see organic coconut milk, organic coconut, filtered water. Simple whole food ingredients, no added fillers, gums, or flavors. You always want to look for a BPA free cans and the USDA organic stamp, which means its certified organic, so there’s no GMO’s, pesticides etc. What is guar gum, and why is it bad? Guar gum, which is derived from the guar bean is a thickening agent that can wreak havoc on your digestive system by causing bloating, gas, and discomfort. It can disrupt the delicate balance of your gut microbiome, leading to inflammation and impaired nutrient absorption. It’s also seen a lot in non-dairy creamers or milks. Was this helpful? If so, let me know in the comments below, 👇 as well as what else you would like to see, or know more about? #readlabels #readfoodlabels #guargum #guthealth #guthealing #inflammationrelief #antiimflammatory

    Easy buckwheat porridge. If you’re looking to switch up your morning bowl of oats, then give buckwheat a try. It has a chewy texture and mild flavor, that pairs with just about anything.

    Comment ‘easy buckwheat’ and I’ll send you the recipe.

    This buckwheat porridge is SO EASY to make, and is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan to boot, and the bonus is it takes under 15 minutes to whip up in the morning.

    This breakfast is hubby approved. Steve tried this the other day and kept saying, “this is the best breakfast,” “man, this is SO good.” So if I can get my mountain biking, carb loving hubby to happily eat of bowl of this, then I think your family might love this too.

    I love topping mine with blueberries, @socotahini and bee pollen!

    #buckwheat #buckwheatporridge #buckwheatrecipes #porridgebowl #porridge #porridgelover #breakfastideas #breakfast #healthybreakfast #healthybreakfastclub #healthybreakfastideas

    Open
    Easy buckwheat porridge. If you’re looking to switch up your morning bowl of oats, then give buckwheat a try. It has a chewy texture and mild flavor, that pairs with just about anything. Comment ‘easy buckwheat’ and I’ll send you the recipe. This buckwheat porridge is SO EASY to make, and is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan to boot, and the bonus is it takes under 15 minutes to whip up in the morning. This breakfast is hubby approved. Steve tried this the other day and kept saying, “this is the best breakfast,” “man, this is SO good.” So if I can get my mountain biking, carb loving hubby to happily eat of bowl of this, then I think your family might love this too. I love topping mine with blueberries, @socotahini and bee pollen! #buckwheat #buckwheatporridge #buckwheatrecipes #porridgebowl #porridge #porridgelover #breakfastideas #breakfast #healthybreakfast #healthybreakfastclub #healthybreakfastideas

    These vegan Mexican quinoa bowls have become a weekly staple in our house. They’re naturally vegan, but are full of flavor from the avocado tahini, and spicy chipotle tahini sauce.

    Comment ‘vegan bowl’ and I’ll DM you the recipe.

    These bowls are also great for those that are on the candida diet.

    I ❤️ these bowls because they’re jam packed with plant protein, as quinoa is a complete protein, and beans when paired with the quinoa, make a complete protein too. This bowl is balanced and satisfying from the slow burning carbs, healthy fats, plant protein, and will honestly sustain you for hours.

    These bowls are a great weeknight meatless dinner option, as I typically make the sauces ahead of time, (they literally take 5 minutes) so when it comes to dinner time, all I have to do is make the quinoa (takes under 20 minutes) and roast the sweet potatoes. I hope you give these a try, and that they become a go-to meatless dinner.

    #candidadiet #candidacleanse #veganbowls #veganbowls #veganrecipes #veganrecipe #vegandinner #vegandinnerideas #healthyfood

    Open
    These vegan Mexican quinoa bowls have become a weekly staple in our house. They’re naturally vegan, but are full of flavor from the avocado tahini, and spicy chipotle tahini sauce. Comment ‘vegan bowl’ and I’ll DM you the recipe. These bowls are also great for those that are on the candida diet. I ❤️ these bowls because they’re jam packed with plant protein, as quinoa is a complete protein, and beans when paired with the quinoa, make a complete protein too. This bowl is balanced and satisfying from the slow burning carbs, healthy fats, plant protein, and will honestly sustain you for hours. These bowls are a great weeknight meatless dinner option, as I typically make the sauces ahead of time, (they literally take 5 minutes) so when it comes to dinner time, all I have to do is make the quinoa (takes under 20 minutes) and roast the sweet potatoes. I hope you give these a try, and that they become a go-to meatless dinner. #candidadiet #candidacleanse #veganbowls #veganbowls #veganrecipes #veganrecipe #vegandinner #vegandinnerideas #healthyfood

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    Comment ‘oat bars’ and I’ll DM you the recipe.

    The great thing is you don’t have to feel guilty, as these are made with pretty healthy ingredients and are GF, DF and refined sugar free. I love having these on hand for that afternoon, or post lunch craving. They hit the spot perfectly. #healthy #healthysnacks #healthysnackideas #healthysnack #refinedsugarfree #norefinedsugar #healthydesserts #healthydessert #healthydessertrecipes #healthysnackrecipes

    Open
    Here’s the perfect snack for those of you trying to cut back on refined sugar. These healthy no bake cacao oat bars are super addicting, once you have a bite, you just can’t stop. Comment ‘oat bars’ and I’ll DM you the recipe. The great thing is you don’t have to feel guilty, as these are made with pretty healthy ingredients and are GF, DF and refined sugar free. I love having these on hand for that afternoon, or post lunch craving. They hit the spot perfectly. #healthy #healthysnacks #healthysnackideas #healthysnack #refinedsugarfree #norefinedsugar #healthydesserts #healthydessert #healthydessertrecipes #healthysnackrecipes

    This miso tahini dressing is the perfect creamy dressing for warm quinoa or grain bowl, roasted vegetables, really any Plain Jane staple that you want to add a pop of flavor and nutrition to.

    Comment ‘miso” and I’ll send you the recipe.

    It takes 5 minutes to whip up and uses 6 simple ingredients. It’s also dairy-free & vegan. The dressing gives a digestive boost from the lemon juice and some healthy fats to balance it all.

    #tahini #miso #misotahinidressing #buddahbowl #healthyfood

    Open
    This miso tahini dressing is the perfect creamy dressing for warm quinoa or grain bowl, roasted vegetables, really any Plain Jane staple that you want to add a pop of flavor and nutrition to. Comment ‘miso” and I’ll send you the recipe. It takes 5 minutes to whip up and uses 6 simple ingredients. It’s also dairy-free & vegan. The dressing gives a digestive boost from the lemon juice and some healthy fats to balance it all. #tahini #miso #misotahinidressing #buddahbowl #healthyfood
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