Healthy Smoothie Recipes with Kale using BlendTec

Smoothie Blends for Energy and Glow - Whether you're fueling up post-workout, replacing a meal, or just trying to get more greens in your life, smoothies are the delicious secret weapon to feeling refreshed, recharged, and radiant. From fruit-forward favorites to veggie-packed green drinks, this guide offers easy blends packed with nutrients and flavor. And of course, the right blender makes all the difference. Let’s dive in.

Strawberry & Mint

• 1 tbsp. agave nectar
• 2-4 ice cubes
• 1 tbsp. mint
• 2 cups strawberries
• Add two tablespoons of chocolate chips to make a chocolate-dipped strawberry smoothie.

Açaí & Blueberry

• 7 oz. raw açaí pulp, thawed
• 1 cup frozen blueberries
• 1 medium banana
• 1 cup mango juice
• 1 tbsp. agave nectar

Avocado, Banana & Kale

• 2 bananas
• 1 cup ice
• 2 leaves kale
• 1 avocado
• 2 dates

Carrot & Apricot

• 2 apricots
• 1 apple
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 2 large cut carrots
• 1/2 cup water

Pineapple & Spinach

• 1/2 banana
• 1 cup fresh pineapple
• 2 handfuls spinach
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup ice

Banana & Almond

• 1 banana
• 6 natural almonds (skin on)
• 1 cup fresh mango
• 2 cups fresh, raw spinach
• 1 cup cranberry juice

For convenience, grab a refreshing and energizing drink. Try all-natural coconut water, now with natural chocolate flavor.

The Right Blender Makes All the Difference

If you’ve ever tried to make a smoothie in a sad little blender that wheezes at frozen fruit, then you know: power matters. For fresh blends and consistent performance, Blendtec blenders are the gold standard. Used by professional smoothie shops and juice bars, their home models offer the same commercial-grade quality and smart technology.

Right now, Blendtec’s top picks are the Designer 650 and Designer 650 S, two powerhouse blenders that blend beauty and brawn. With a sleek touchscreen, WildSide+ jar, and SmartBlend™ technology, they crush ice, purée kale, and whip up creamy smoothies in seconds. Whether you're making one of the recipes above or experimenting with your own combinations, these blenders give you professional results at home—without the noise or fuss.

Smoothies Made Easy

Looking to keep it simple on the go? Reach for all-natural coconut water—now available in natural chocolate flavor—for a hydrating, slightly sweet sip that tastes indulgent but fuels like a pro.

Whichever blend you try first, your body (and tastebuds) will thank you. Cheers to smoothies that sparkle with flavor and goodness—with a little help from Blendtec’s latest blender tech.