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    Pear Smoothie with Kale

    Published: Jan 4, 2019 Modified: Jul 26, 2023 by Karen Kelly This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This Pear Smoothie with Kale will help you reset after too much chocolate this holiday season.  The protein from the almond butter and chia seeds will keep you full until lunch. (vegan, gluten free)

    Pear smoothie with kale with fresh pears

     

    Christmas is over?  How is that possible?  It went by in a flash and now I'm thinking about the 2018 reset.

    How was your Christmas?  I would say ours was a huge success. We had a houseful of company for 15 days - no lie.  It was crazy, but fun. Now it's time to put the pieces back together.  We still have a week's vacation where we can plan some fun activities for the kids and get some projects done around the house.

    Pear smoothie with kale and chia seeds

     

    As soon as Christmas is over I start thinking about how to eat more healthy.  I'm generally healthy year round but it all falls apart over the holidays.  That's why I am again wearing my black yoga pants...every day.  It's time to reset and fill my fridge with flavored waters, high protein snacks and seasonal veggies and fruits.

    One of my favorite easy ways to get lots of veggies and protein at once is a smoothie.  

    I love a good green smoothie in the late afternoon to keep me from eating peanut butter by the spoonful. This Green Kale, Pear, and Almond Smoothie is a great winter smoothie to fill your belly with protein and greens.  

    You won't even know it has kale in it!  If you don't like kale you can easily substitute spinach which has a milder flavor.

    pear kale smoothie recipe

     

    I'm a huge fan of my Vitamix and I can't promise that using a different blender will get you the same results.  I'm sure it will be fine but nothing pulverizes the kale like the Vitamix.  It purees with such power that you won't even know what's in the smoothie so it's a great find for kids.

    My daughter frequently makes her own smoothies with frozen fruit and orange juice.  She even serves them to her friends when they come over. Woohoo!

    With only five ingredients this Green Kale, Pear, and Almond Smoothie is super easy.  Give it a try for breakfast, after your workout or a late afternoon snack.

    Green Kale, Pear and Almond Smoothie

    Pear Smoothie with Kale

    Hit the reset button with this delicious Green Kale, Pear and Almond Smoothie.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Keyword: pear smoothie with kale
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 298kcal

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup coconut milk, plain
    • 1 cup fresh kale, washed and trimmed
    • 1 pear, cut into four pieces
    • 1 tablespoon almond or peanut butter
    • 1 teaspoon chia seeds
    • 3 pieces ice

    Instructions

    • Place all ingredients in a high powered blender and blitz.  Cheers to your health!

    Notes

    For a thinner consistency add more almond milk.  For thicker smoothie add more ice.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 298kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 429mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 2100IU | Vitamin C: 32.8mg | Calcium: 227mg | Iron: 1.5mg
    Tried this recipe?Mention @seasonal_cravings or tag #seasonal_cravings and I will repost on my stories.

    Looking for more smoothies in 2018?  Check out Four Ways to Make Cauliflower Smoothies here.  I promise you can't even taste it!  Not your thing?  How about this Blackberry Cobbler Smoothie?

     

    About Karen Kelly

    Hi, I'm Karen Kelly a certified health coach, freelance food writer, and blogger. At Seasonal Cravings, you will find wholesome gluten-free recipes and healthy lifestyle tips.

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    1. Mahy

      December 31, 2015 at 2:11 am

      Wow This looks so good--I need this smoothie for real! Simple gorgeous photography too! 🙂

      Reply
      • Karen Kelly

        January 02, 2016 at 9:43 pm

        Thanks Mahy! Happy New Year.

        Reply
    2. Cliona Keane

      January 04, 2018 at 10:25 am

      5 stars
      This sounds wonderful! My immune system has been a bit on the low side recently and this sounds like just the thing I need to give me a healthy New Year boost!

      Reply
    3. annie@ciaochowbambina

      January 04, 2018 at 11:27 am

      5 stars
      Just what the New Year ordered! Thanks for sharing!!

      Reply
    4. Stephanie@ApplesforCJ

      January 04, 2018 at 11:43 am

      5 stars
      Christmas always seems to go by in a Flash but here we are Again with the start of a Fresh Year. And this Kale Pear smoothie sounds so good Right about now. Can't wait to try this 🙂

      Reply
    5. Savita @ ChefDeHome

      January 04, 2018 at 12:13 pm

      5 stars
      Always yes for smoothies. Love the combo of pear and kale here. So healthy!

      Reply
    6. Traci

      January 07, 2018 at 2:32 pm

      Karen...I love kale smoothies, but I need to try the coconut milk / almond butter combo. YUM girl! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    7. Diane Wilkins

      January 08, 2018 at 3:58 am

      Love this recipe. It might sound weird but this is my kids favorite. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    8. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen

      January 08, 2018 at 11:51 am

      Need ro work this one into my weekly smoothie rotation Karen! Sounds just delicious!

      Reply

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