MSG Free Cucumber & Kale Green Smoothie
Cool, hydrating, and genuinely delicious, this green smoothie is the kind of drink that makes you feel good from the first sip. Cucumber and coconut water bring serious refreshment, while kale adds a nutrient-dense backbone without overwhelming the flavor. The green apple keeps things bright and lightly sweet, and a little fresh ginger gives it just enough of a kick to feel alive. Optional avocado blends in for a creamier, more satisfying texture that makes this work as a light breakfast or a post-workout pick-me-up. Every single ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, so there's no need to scan labels or second-guess what's hiding in a store-bought bottle. Just real food, blended together in under two minutes, tasting like something you'd pay way too much for at a juice bar.
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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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