As a huge smoothie nut, I love sharing kid-friendly smoothies with moms and dads who want to eat healthy and help their kids do the same. Even if you don’t have kids, perhaps you're a babysitter or just a kid at heart yourself. Whatever the case, try adding a few more of these kid-friendly smoothies to your day. They'll help you stay healthy and happy with just a few sips!
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1. Kale, Banana, and Peanut Butter
This is one of the most delicious kid-friendly smoothies out there and a great way to get kids (or yourself) to eat kale without much fuss!
Serves: 1
Ingredients:
2 stalks of dino kale, stems removed
1 cup almond milk
2 tablespoons of plain peanut butter
1/2 a frozen banana
Directions:
Add all the ingredients to your blender, blend and serve for a dose of healthy fats, proteins, vitamins, and minerals.
Source: soulfulspoon.com
2. Almond Butter, Strawberry, and Apple
Not a fan of peanut butter? Try almond butter instead. Most kids will love it, especially those allergic to peanuts.
Serves: 1
Ingredients:
1 cup of almond milk
8 frozen strawberries
5 ice cubes
½ an apple, seeded
Directions:
Add all the ingredients to your blender, blend, and serve for a healthy PB&J alternative.
Source: soulfulspoon.com
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3. Coconut, Spinach, and Peach
Instead of giving kids sugary canned peaches, make this smoothie! It's a great to get in essential vitamins and minerals, which is great for growing kids.
Serves: 1
Ingredients:
1 cup of coconut milk
1 cup fresh spinach
1 cup of frozen peach slices
Directions:
Add all the ingredients to your blender, blend, and serve for a taste of the tropics right in your kitchen!
Source: soulfulspoon.com
4. Soy, Banana, and Cucumber
Cucumbers are actually sweeter frozen than when they’re fresh! Incorporate them into this yummy smoothie by chopping and freezing them ahead of time like you would bananas.
Serves: 1
Ingredients:
1 cup of light chocolate soy milk
½ a frozen banana
1 cup of frozen cucumber cubes
Directions:
Add all the ingredients to your blender, blend, and serve for a sweet, healthy treat both you and the kids will love!
Source: soulfulspoon.com
5. Blueberry, Banana, and Spinach
Kids love the vibrant hue of berries, so sneak them into a smoothie and add some protein-rich yogurt to amp up the nutrition! This is one that the adults will love too.
Serves: 1
Ingredients:
1 cup of nonfat yogurt
½ cup frozen blueberries
½ a frozen banana
1 cup fresh spinach
Directions:
Add all the ingredients to your blender, blend, and serve for a nutritious meal in just seconds!
Source: soulfulspoon.com
6. Orange, Kale, and Pineapple
Using sweet fruits like oranges and pineapple with kale is a great way to hide the bitter taste of the greens and get a dose of nutrients at the same time. The kids will never know they're getting something so healthy!
Serves: 1
Ingredients:
1 cup of unsweetened almond milk
2-3 stalks of dino kale (stems removed)
½ an orange (peeled)
1 cup frozen pineapple
Directions:
Add all the ingredients to your blender, blend, and serve for a yummy breakfast treat or snack.
Source: soulfulspoon.com
7. Strawberry, Banana, Celery, and Spinach
For a classic flavor, stick with a combination that almost every kid (and adult) will love. They'll never taste the hidden veggies!
Serves: 1
Ingredients:
1 cup of your choice milk
5-6 frozen strawberries
½ a frozen banana
1 small piece of celery
1/2 cup fresh spinach
Directions:
Add all the ingredients to your blender, blend, and serve for a lovely breakfast drink or mid-day snack.
Source: soulfulspoon.com
Feel free to add in some cinnamon, a dash of plain cocoa, yogurt, nut butter, or anything else you want to these smoothies. These are just some basic kid-friendly smoothies to get you started. Incorporating more fruits and veggies into your child’s day is as simple as pulling out your blender a little more often. What’s your favorite kid-friendly smoothie?
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