Almond, Kale, and Banana Smoothie

This Almond, Kale, and Banana Smoothie is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Carla Lalli Music This breakfast is my Hail Mary: No matter what kind of madness is waiting for me at work, at least I started the day right. The sweetness of the bananas and dates balances out a big handful of virtuous kale." —Carla Lalli Musi

Ingredients

Servings 2

1/2 orange, peeled
2 Medjool dates, pitted
1/4 cup almonds
1 banana, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups torn kale leaves
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or coconut water

Instructions

Blend orange, dates, almonds, and 3 Tbsp. water in a blender on low speed until almonds are finely ground. Increase speed to high and blend until mixture is no longer grainy, about 1 minute. Add banana, kale, almond milk, and 1/2 cup ice; blend until drink is smooth and thick.

Why this Almond, Kale, and Banana Smoothie works for PCOS

Eating a substantial breakfast like this Almond, Kale, and Banana Smoothie is one of the highest-leverage moves you can make for PCOS. In the Jakubowicz et al. 2013 trial published in Clinical Science, women with PCOS who front-loaded calories to breakfast reduced fasting insulin by 56% and increased ovulation rates 50%, with no change in total calories. Front-loading works because insulin sensitivity is highest in the morning and lowest at night.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Kale.

Kale is an excellent source of calcium, which has an important role in egg maturation and follicle development in the ovaries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Almond, Kale, and Banana Smoothie good for PCOS?

Yes, this Almond, Kale, and Banana Smoothie recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Breakfast with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Breakfast. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 2 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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