Full of sweet blueberry flavor and healthy antioxidants, this Blueberry Smoothie is absolutely delicious! The blueberries are the star of this smoothie, but the addition of addition avocado keeps the smoothie creamy and rich, and a bit of kale adds additional nutrients.
I love smoothies of all flavors! Not only do smoothies make for a delicious, creamy, refreshing beverage, but they are also a great vehicle to pack in a ton of nutrition into one single beverage.
Need extra protein? How about some nuts or cottage cheese? Healthy Fats? Flaxseed or avocado to the rescue. Low on your intake of fruits and vegetables? Throw whatever you have in the blender and check off a few of your daily requirements with ease.
And that is exactly what I did when I created this Blueberry Smoothie. I added tons of nutrient-dense foods, like avocados and kale.
But making a healthy smoothie only works if it tastes good and the kids approve. The verdict on this Blueberry Smoothie with Kale?
My son's exact words were, This tastes like blueberry pie! I take that as a win.
Key Ingredients
- Blueberries--Fresh or frozen blueberries work in this recipe. The sweetness of the blueberries really adds to the flavor and color of the smoothie, not to mention blueberries are a great source of fiber and antioxidants.
- Banana--Use fresh or frozen ripe bananas. The banana helps to keep the smoothie naturally sweet and also add in adds potassium.
- Avocado--Avocado may sound like an odd ingredient to add to a smoothie. BUT, the avocado is a secret to making this smoothie luscious, creamy, and rich, while adding in a dose of healthy fats.
- Kale--Add in fresh or frozen kale or spinach for added nutrients and fiber and a serving of green veggies. The blueberry flavor really helps to mask the kale and spinach. Keep in mind, if you are using fresh kale, you MUST remove the hard stem of the kale in order for the kale to break down in the smoothie.
- Milk--Use any variety of milk you like. Cow's milk, soy milk, almond milk, and coconut milk are all delicious in this smoothie recipe.
Tips for Making Blueberry Smoothie
Making a smoothie is as simple as blending up the ingredients in a blender. However, there are a couple of tips that will help you make the creamiest, smoothest Blueberry Smoothie.
- Always put the thin liquid in the blender FIRST! This will make the smoothie much easier to blend, as the blades will not get stuck on the solid ingredients. In the case of this Blueberry Smoothie, pour the milk of your choice into the blender before adding any other ingredients.
- You can use fresh or frozen produce for this recipe. However, if you choose to use all frozen produce, you may need to add an additional ¼ cup to ½ cup of liquid to incorporate the ingredients well.
- This smoothie is best served immediately, as the ingredients will begin to separate as it sits.
More Smoothie Recipes
If you gave this Blueberry Smoothie a try, I would love for you to leave a comment and review below.
Healthy Blueberry Smoothie
Ingredients
- ½ cup milk any variety
- ¼ cup kale chopped and thick stem removed
- ¼ of a ripe avocado
- ½ cup blueberries fresh or frozen
- ½ banana fresh or frozen
Instructions
- Pour the milk into the blender. Add in the kale and avocado and blend until smooth. Blend the milk, kale, and avocado together until well combined.
- Add in the blueberries and banana and blend again until smooth and creamy.
- Serve immediately.
Equipment Needed
Notes
- Use any variety of milk. If you choose almond, coconut, or soy you will have a Vegan Blueberry Smoothie.
- Fresh or frozen chopped kale can be used in this smoothie recipe, just be sure to remove the hard stem of the kale if using fresh kale.
- Feel free to replace the kale with spinach.
- Fresh or frozen blueberries can be used in this smoothie as well.
- Fresh of frozen bananas can be used in this Blueberry Banana Smoothie.
- If you choose to use all frozen produce, you may need to add an additional ¼-1/2 cup liquid to incorporate the ingredients well.
Helen @ Scrummy Lane
Wow, I'm impressed indeed with how many 'hidden veggies' you've got in this smoothie! I must remember this when I have kids!!! 🙂
Kristen Chidsey
Are just for a fresh way to have your own veggies 🙂
Lorelai @ Life With Lorelai
YUM'd! This looks delicious. Please come share your blog posts over at the Home Matters Linky Party! We'd love to have you for a visit. The Door is OPEN. http://lifewithlorelai.com/2015/05/28/home-matters-linky-party-39/ 🙂
~Lorelai
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Jessica
Oh how i love a good smoothie recipe!! Can't wait to try this!
Kristen Chidsey
Enjoy!
Trisha
This looks awesome!
Kristen Chidsey
Thanks Trisha!
Shannon Sarge
Lauren is loving my smoothies with Greek yogurt, strawberries and bananas. She doesn't like blueberries or the blueberry / strawberry blend. Would the strawberries hide the broccoli or do you have another veggie I can sub with Strawberries and bananas? Can't wait to try your recipe.
Kristen Chidsey
Thanks Shannon. I would add flax seed to her smoothies and maybe a bit of carrot puree. Green will be hard to disguise in a pink smoothie. However, look at my super food smoothie--she may love that. https://amindfullmom.com/super-food-super-smoothie/
Phoebe @Feed Me Phoebe
Love how the veggies are snuck into this smoothie recipe - adult- and kid-friendy! Looks delicious
Kristen Chidsey
Thanks Phoebe. It was loved my both the adults and the kids at my house 🙂
Josie - Eat Thrive Glow
Delicious way to sneak in broccoli! Love it!!! 🙂
Kristen Chidsey
Thanks Josie 🙂
LaShawn
Yess. We are loving smoothies over here too! I am always looking for new smoothie recipes and I happen to have a ton of blueberries in my fridge waiting to be used!
Kristen Chidsey
Well then you know exactly what you must make 😉
Paris at My Big Fat Happy Life
Awesome hidden veggies! My daughter and I love smoothies, we are going to have to try yours.
Kristen Chidsey
Hope you and your daughter love this smoothie 🙂
Lauren Kelly Nutrition
I love this! And I loved everything we ate in Chicago 🙂
Kristen Chidsey
Everything was TOTALLY fabulous in Chicago!