Bone Building Smoothie

Boost your bone health with this creamy and nutrient-packed Bone Building Smoothie! This delicious recipe is loaded with calcium and vitamin D from calcium-fortified almond milk and protein-rich Greek yogurt, while frozen kale and chia seeds deliver a wealth of essential nutrients for healthy bones. Naturally sweetened with banana and a hint of maple syrup or honey, this smoothie is perfectly balanced with the nutty flavors of almond butter and a touch of vanilla. Ready in just 10 minutes, this vibrant green drink is an easy and nutritious way to start your day or refuel after a workout. Blend it up and enjoy a refreshing treat that tastes great and supports your overall bone health!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk (calcium-fortified)
• 0.5 cups Greek yogurt (plain, low-fat)
• 1 cups frozen kale
• 1 large frozen banana
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon almond butter
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey (optional, for sweetness)
• 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 pieces ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

Add the almond milk and Greek yogurt to a blender to create a smooth liquid base.

Step 2

Add the frozen kale, frozen banana, and chia seeds to the blender.

Step 3

Include almond butter, maple syrup or honey (if using), and vanilla extract for added flavor.

Step 4

Top with ice cubes to make the smoothie cold and refreshing.

Step 5

Blend all ingredients on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Check the consistency; if it's too thick, add a splash more almond milk and blend again.

Step 7

Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding a bit more maple syrup or honey.

Step 8

Pour into two glasses and serve immediately for a nutritious bone-strengthening boost.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	918.5 grams (918.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	472

Total Fat 18.20g	23%
Saturated Fat 2.50g	13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.40g
Cholesterol 8mg	3%
Sodium 340mg	15%
Total Carbohydrate 58.50g	21%
Dietary Fiber 13.10g	47%
Total Sugars 26.60g
Protein 20.40g	41%

Vitamin D 150IU	750%
Calcium 1259mg	97%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 1538mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.2%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 48.8%