Get Your Green On!

So I have been asked about my crazy ways of getting extra "greens" in our diet. This one is my favorites!

I make these little "Green Cubes" And I add them to smoothies, protein shakes, soups, and casseroles. I have even been know to slide them in our oatmeal! This recipe is for Kale, but any dark leafy green can be used in a similar fashion. The best ones are the Collard greens, Kale, Mustard greens, and you can probably get away with spinach too (just do not steam as long, maybe 5 minutes).

Start with 1 bundle of Kale. Add it to your steamer and steam about 10 minutes. Not too long though, you can lose vital nutrients by over cooking. Add the greens and the steaming water to your blender and liquify. It will be like a thick soup. Pour the liquid greens into your favorite Ice Cube tray: I LOVE my ORKA. Freeze for a few hours and then pop into freezer bags. ! bunch should get you quite a few cubes!

Here are a few recipes to work with:

Strawberry Banana Smoothie

5 Strawberries (Frozen is great, then you do not have to add ice cubes)

1 Frozen Banana (adds a creamy texture)

1-2 Kale cubes

1/2 cup fat free greek yogurt

1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk

1TBS Honey

Add Ice to thicken if needed

ENJOY!