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    Strawberry Banana Smoothie


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    vegan | wfpb | easy | quick | gluten-free | refined sugar-free | 10 ingredients or less | 10 minutes or less

    I've had the best time watching these peonies bloom all week, as though they knew we were celebrating Earth Day.  


    beautiful peony, by Beautiful Ingredient

    beautiful peony, by Beautiful Ingredient

    There's lots we can do to show our appreciation for this planet we call home.  Eating more plants is a win-win.


    Strawberry Banana Smoothie, by Beautiful Ingredient

    Strawberry Banana Smoothie, by Beautiful Ingredient

    Favorite After-School Snack

    When the kids come barreling through the door after school, they are more than ready for a snack, like now!  I made a conscious decision this year to provide new options for what that snack is, and one in particular has become my kids' consistent favorite by leaps and bounds.  In fact, it's expected every day now:  smoothies.  In particular lately:  strawberry banana smoothies.


    Strawberry Banana Smoothie with napkin from the Handmade Shop, by Beautiful Ingredient

    Strawberry Banana Smoothie with napkin from the Handmade Shop, by Beautiful Ingredient

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    I work really hard to contain my enthusiasm (play it cool, Mom) when my kids return their empty glasses to the kitchen that were once filled with this kale-packed pink goodness.  I'm not very good at it but I try.



    Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe


    Strawberry banana Smoothie, by Beautiful Ingredient

    Strawberry banana Smoothie, by Beautiful Ingredient

    Makes 4 small servings or 2 big.

    Prep:  About 5 minutes.

    Ingredients

    2 cups kale
    2 cups homemade cashew milk or other milk
    1 banana
    2 cups frozen strawberries
    2 medjool dates

    Recipe Steps

    1.  In a blender, blend the kale with the milk until smooth.
    2.  Add the banana, strawberries, and dates and blend.  If needed, add more milk or water to help it blend.
    3.  Serve and enjoy.

     

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