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Red Monster Smoothie

Source: UConn Husky Nutrition & Sport

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-12-31.

This smoothie has two cups of fruit per serving and kale for an added veggie boost. Try it for breakfast or as a snack.

Makes
2 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup kale or spinach
  • 1 cup water (optional almond milk or coconut milk)
  • 1 cup strawberries
  • 1 medium banana
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1 cup pineapple
  • 1 medium orange (peeled and sliced)
  • 1 cup ice

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Using a blender, mix the greens and the liquid of your choice.
  3. Gradually add in the rest of the ingredients, blending after each addition.
  4. Separate into two cups and reserve one serving for later.

Notes

Learn more about: Kale Spinach Strawberries Bananas Blueberries Pineapple Oranges

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