Name: Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie
Total time: 5 min
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

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.

Julia Levy

Published on November 13, 2023

Tested by

Craig Ruff

Reviewed by Dietitian

Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

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

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.

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 144Âµg
Vitamin C 40mg	44%
Vitamin D 1Âµg
Vitamin E 5mg	33%
Folate 83Âµg
Vitamin K 139Âµg
Sodium 110mg	5%
Calcium 320mg	25%
Iron 3mg	17%
Magnesium 200mg	48%
Potassium 956mg	20%
Zinc 3mg	23%
Vitamin B12 0Âµg
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.

Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie

Ingredients

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To make ahead

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

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