Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie

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The kale, hemp seeds and green tea in this bright, lemony smoothie all contain antioxidants that can help fight inflammation. If you can’t find baby kale, baby spinach will work well in its place. Banana adds natural sweetness. If you want it a little sweeter, just a touch of honey will do the trick.

a recipe photo of the Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie
Photo:

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist Jennifer Wendorf

Active Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
5 mins
Servings:
1 serving
a photo of the ingredients to make the Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist Jennifer Wendorf

Ingredients

  • 1 cup frozen blueberries, plus more for garnish

  • 1 medium ripe banana, peeled and frozen

  • 1 cup packed baby kale

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened plain almond milk

  • 1/2 cup chilled unsweetened brewed green tea

  • 2 tablespoons hulled hemp seeds

  • 3/4 teaspoon lemon zest, plus more for garnish

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • 1/2 teaspoon honey (optional)

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Directions

  1. Place blueberries, banana, kale, almond milk, tea, hemp seeds, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey (if using) and ginger in a blender; process until smooth, about 25 seconds. Pour into a glass. Garnish with additional blueberries and/or lemon zest, if desired.

    a step in making the Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie

    Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist Jennifer Wendorf

To make ahead

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 day.

EatingWell.com, November 2023

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

330 Calories
13g Fat
52g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 1
Serving Size 2 cups
Calories 330
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 52g 19%
Dietary Fiber 9g 32%
Total Sugars 29g
Protein 10g 20%
Total Fat 13g 16%
Saturated Fat 1g 6%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Vitamin A 144µg
Vitamin C 40mg 44%
Vitamin D 1µg
Vitamin E 5mg 33%
Folate 83µg
Vitamin K 139µg
Sodium 110mg 5%
Calcium 320mg 25%
Iron 3mg 17%
Magnesium 200mg 48%
Potassium 956mg 20%
Zinc 3mg 23%
Vitamin B12 0µg
Omega 3 2g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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