AIP Friendly Kale, Apple & Lemon Smoothie
Bright, refreshing, and genuinely energizing, this green smoothie is the kind of thing that makes you feel good from the first sip. Curly kale and crisp green apple do the heavy lifting here, delivering a clean, slightly tart flavor that's balanced by fresh lemon juice and a hint of warming ginger. Coconut water keeps everything light and hydrating without relying on dairy or nut milks, which can be tricky to navigate when you're keeping things strictly whole-food and elimination-friendly. Every single ingredient in this blend is naturally free from grains, legumes, nightshades, and eggs — no swaps or workarounds needed. A teaspoon of raw honey is there if you want a touch of sweetness, but the apple already brings plenty of natural sugar to the party. It blends up in under two minutes and serves two, making it an effortless weekday breakfast or a mid-afternoon reset when your energy dips. Just pour, sip, and go.
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2 servings
- 2 cups curly kale leaves, stems removed, roughly torn
- 1 medium green apple, cored and roughly chopped (about 1 cup)
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 1 ½ cups coconut water
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 tsp raw honey (optional)
Can be omittedraw honey
Instructions
- 1
Add the coconut water to the blender first, then layer in the kale, chopped apple, lemon juice, grated ginger, and ice.
- 2
Blend on high speed for 60–90 seconds, until completely smooth with no visible kale flecks remaining.
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