Artificial Food Coloring Free Cucumber & Kale Green Smoothie
This vibrant green smoothie is the kind of drink that makes you feel good from the first sip — cool, lightly sweet, and packed with real flavor from fresh ginger, lemon, and crisp green apple. Every ingredient here is exactly what it says it is: whole fruits, leafy greens, coconut water, and a touch of honey. There's no mystery in this glass, which is a genuine relief when so many bottled smoothies and drink mixes sneak in synthetic dyes to boost their color. The gorgeous green hue comes entirely from kale and cucumber, no artificial shortcuts needed. The optional avocado adds a creamy, velvety texture that makes the whole thing feel more like a treat than a health obligation. Blending on high for a full 60 to 90 seconds ensures everything breaks down into a silky, fleck-free pour that looks as good as it tastes. It's the kind of recipe you'll come back to again and again when you want something refreshing and completely clean.
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2 servings
- 1 medium cucumber, peeled and roughly chopped
- 2 cups packed kale leaves, stems removed
- 1 medium green apple, cored and roughly chopped
- 1 cup coconut water
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 1 tsp honey
- ½ cup ice cubes
- ¼ avocado, pitted and scooped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the coconut water to the blender first, then layer in the kale, cucumber, green apple, ginger, lemon juice, and honey.
- 2
Add the ice and the avocado, if using. Blend on high for 60–90 seconds, until completely smooth with no visible green flecks.
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