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    Blueberry Smoothie

    Beverage Recipes Dairy-Free Recipes Plant Based Recipes Snacks August 6, 2023 | By Kristen Chidsey | 39 Comments | *This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

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    Full of sweet blueberry flavor and healthy antioxidants, this Blueberry Smoothie is absolutely delicious! Made with the addition of avocado that keeps the smoothie and creamy and rich and a bit of kale for additional nutrients, the blueberries are truly the star of this smoothie recipe. 

    Full of sweet blueberry flavor and healthy antioxidants, this creamy Blueberry Smoothie is absolutely delicious!

    Just like my recipe for Tropical Kale Smoothie and Berry Smoothie, this Blueberry smoothie is made with the addition of kale, yet even picky kids approve!

    Blueberry Smoothie in glass with avocado and blueberries in background


    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 blueberry 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

    • Pina Colada Smoothie
    • Tropical Kale Smoothie
    • Cherry Smoothie
    • Sweet Potato Smoothie
    • Healthy Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie

    If you gave this Blueberry Smoothie a try, I would love for you to leave a comment and review below. 

    Clear class of Blueberry Smoothie with Kale and Avocados surrounding glass

    Healthy Blueberry Smoothie

    An easy blueberry smoothie made with sweet blueberries, bananas, avocado, and kale. 
    4.93 from 13 votes
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 2 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 2 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 171kcal
    Author: Kristen Chidsey

    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
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    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

    • Blender

    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. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 171kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 66mg | Potassium: 563mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 465IU | Vitamin C: 32.5mg | Calcium: 160mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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    Hi, I am Kristen, creator of A Mind "Full" Mom. I believe that making a wholesome family meal does not need to be hard or expensive! I love nothing more than to share with you delicious solutions for your hungry family.

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    1. Kita

      May 20, 2015 at 3:07 pm

      My daughter loves her smoothies and if I can sneak in some veggies...that's a win. I may try this on her tomorrow morning for breakfast

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        May 20, 2015 at 5:21 pm

        I hope she loves it Kita.

        Reply
    2. Kristen

      May 20, 2015 at 2:49 pm

      5 stars
      I am loving all the hidden veggies in this smoothie! yum!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        May 20, 2015 at 5:21 pm

        Adds so much nutrition to a tasty shake!

        Reply
    3. Joy @ Joy Love Food

      May 20, 2015 at 2:34 pm

      I love that there is broccoli in this blueberry smoothie, I will have to try this!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        May 20, 2015 at 5:21 pm

        Hope you love it Joy!

        Reply
    4. pam (Sidewalk Shoes)

      May 20, 2015 at 1:00 pm

      I would have never thought to use broccoli!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        May 20, 2015 at 1:08 pm

        Neither would I to be honest, was happy ALDI inspired me.

        Reply
    5. Jocelyn @BruCrew Life

      May 20, 2015 at 11:29 am

      We love smoothies too! Love all the hidden veggies in this one!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        May 20, 2015 at 1:09 pm

        Thanks Joceyln, smoothies are a great way to sneak them in!

        Reply
    6. Stephanie of The TipToe Fairy

      May 20, 2015 at 10:38 am

      We love smoothies here too, and I just love blueberry. I need to try this one. I love that it has hidden veggies.

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        May 20, 2015 at 1:09 pm

        You will love it--blueberry is such a winner.

        Reply
    7. Logan Can

      May 20, 2015 at 9:05 am

      This is awesome! I'm definitely going to have to try it with my son! He used to love eating veggies and now it's like pulling teeth to get him to eat them. This smoothie looks delicious!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        May 20, 2015 at 1:11 pm

        This will be a great way to get your son some extra veggies while he is going through his picky stage and hang in there--it will pass.

        Reply
    8. allie@ThroughHerLookingGlass.com

      May 20, 2015 at 8:43 am

      5 stars
      Love this beautiful smoothie Kristen. Amazing that broccoli can hide so well. Definitely trying this!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        May 20, 2015 at 1:11 pm

        I hope you enjoy it Allie 🙂

        Reply
    9. Lindsey @ Redhead Baby Mama

      May 20, 2015 at 8:16 am

      Really? There's broccoli in there?! Awesome. I'll bet the avocado makes everything really creamy!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        May 20, 2015 at 1:12 pm

        Couldn't believe it myself, but yes, broccoli is in this one 🙂

        Reply
    10. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      May 20, 2015 at 7:09 am

      Wow, this is packed with hidden veggies! Blueberries are the perfect sweet fruit to mask any tastes though! Wonderful smoothie!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        May 20, 2015 at 8:06 am

        Totally agree. Blueberries are so sweet they work so well to hide the broccoli 🙂

        Reply
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