Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie

INGREDIENTS

  1. 1 cup frozen blueberries, plus more for garnish 1 medium ripe banana, peeled and frozen

  2. 1 cup packed baby kale

  3. 1/2 cup unsweetened plain almond milk

  4. 1/2 cup chilled unsweetened brewed lemongrass tea 3/4 teaspoon lemon zest, plus more for garnish

  5. 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice

  6. 1/2 teaspoon honey (optional)

  7. 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Directions

  1. Place blueberries, banana, kale, almond milk, tea, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey (if using) and ginger in a blender; process until smooth, about 25 seconds.

  2. Pour into a glass.

  3. Garnish with additional blueberries and/or lemon zest, if desired.

Notes

To make ahead, store in an airtight container for one day.

Recipe from: EatingWell.com Recipe by: Julia Levy

Tested by: Craig Ruff; Reviewed by: Dietician Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

Recipe Modified for ESC Lenten Fast 2024 by Latrece Murdock

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