Healthy Kale Recipes

When everyone around you has the sniffles and an itchy throat, you’ll be glad that you treated yourself to this delicious mix of mango and vitamin-rich kale. This smoothie is loaded with vitamin C to help keep colds and the flu at bay. Mangos and strawberries are bursting with vitamin C to promote a stronger immune system, while kale, celery, and cucumber combine to help cleanse your body and leave you feeling your best.

Rich in calories, coconuts have long held a bad rap as unhealthy and fatty. Not anymore! They contain naturally occurring saturated fat, which promotes heart health and weight loss when eaten as part of a balanced diet. The chia seeds in this smoothie also help with appetite control and satiation, so you're not only introducing a plethora of healthy ingredients to your diet, but you're managing your weight loss goals, too. We can drink to that!

This bright green smoothie is chock full of powerful ingredients, like fiber-rich kale, celery, parsley, and mint. Sweet apples and grapes, along with zesty citrus fruits, help balance the flavors while providing your body with an extra burst of essential nutrients.

In an office filled with fruits, veggies, almond milk, and NutriBullets, it only made sense to hold our own smoothie-making contest. We tested them all, and this one reigns supreme. Developed by Jon, our Senior Software Developer, this green smoothie is filled with heart-healthy hemp and flax seeds, and it's full of alpha-linolenic acid, plant-based protein, and omega-3 fatty acids. Juicy peaches and blackberries add a burst of sweetness and nutrients, while leafy greens support healthy vision and strong bones.

If an apple a day can keep the doctor away, just imagine what it can do when combined with lots of other fresh produce! Loaded with fruits and veggies, the Health Protector gives your body all the essential nutrients it craves. Get your fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals in one place. Vegetables, like kale and celery, are packed with nutrients, while the delicious fruits deliver a huge burst of vitamins to help strengthen the immune system. Plus, it’s great for your heart, thanks to omega-3 fatty acids from the chia seeds!

Tough morning? Don't worry - no judgments here! As a matter of fact, this smoothie will help calm whatever ill feelings you're left with the morning after a hectic night out. It's got just the ingredients you need: coconut water will help you rehydrate, restoring lost electrolytes, while banana will help replenish lost potassium due to alcohol's diuretic effects. Ginger reduces feelings of nausea and motion sickness, and oats will give you that final energy boost you'll need to fight off morning fatigue.

Get your daily greens in with this energizing smoothie! Spinach and kale make the perfect team to help build healthy bones and support eye health. They’re also both very rich in antioxidants! You get plenty of immunity-boosting vitamin C from the pineapple and raspberries, but add a tablespoon of Essential Greens for an extra boost that will also help support your body's ability to rid itself of any impurities.

Here's a citrus twist on your classic green smoothie! Fresh fruity flavors bring brightness and a mighty dose of antioxidants to your day! Paired with Essential Greens, this refresher gives you a nutrient-packed burst of flavor to leave you feeling fresh and clean!

If you haven’t given kale a chance, it’s about time you do! Kale is a leafy green superstar, packed with fiber, potassium, vitamin C and more, all of which support heart health and reduce the risk of chronic disease. Yes, kale is full of nutrients, and if you can’t stand the bitter taste, try this smoothie! With delicious mint, flavorful ginger, and sweet cinnamon, this smoothie is the perfect way to hide the bitter taste you may not be used to.

There's no better flavor combo than coconut and lime! Sweet and tangy, get ready to pucker up and enjoy this delicious, nutritious smoothie, packed with low-calorie, fiber-rich kale, vitamin-rich coconut, and refreshing lime. A hint of raw, organic honey sweetens this up and adds a bevy of health benefits, including allergy relief if purchased locally, and a boost of antioxidants. Don't have raw honey? Try a date instead!

After a long and stressful workday or a fun night of partying, it’s nice to get back on track with this little number. Made with citrusy lemon, crisp cucumbers, hydrating coconut water, and Essential Greens, this fresh and detoxifying drink will help flush out all the bad stuff and get you back on track! The kale and orange make a healthy pair, packed with fiber and sweetness to keep your sugars stable while giving your smoothie a good zing!

In serious need of a weekend spa treatment? Try this recipe on for size. The Clean and Green smoothie is not only a great little stress-reliever, but it’s also perfect for that refreshing “ahh” moment you so crave during a hectic afternoon. Cucumber, celery, kale, and Essential Greens add a heavy-hitting dose of fiber-rich greens, while apples and coconut water give a touch of sweetness to make this smoothie nothing but delicious. After all, you're getting all your nutrients and goodness in one recipe.