Kale Pear Smoothie

Jul 16, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A refreshing green smoothie blending kale and ripe pear with milk and a pinch of sea salt for balance, served cold and smooth.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
1.0 cup (140.0 g)chopped ripe pear
1.0 cup (30.0 g)chopped kale, tough stems removed
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)ice cubes
pinch of fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add the milk and vanilla extract to a high-speed blender first.
Add the chopped ripe pear and kale.
Add the ice cubes and a pinch of fine sea salt.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds until completely smooth.
Check consistency and blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional milk if too thick, or a few extra ice cubes or frozen fruit if too thin.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use ripe, soft pears for natural sweetness and smooth texture. Substitute almond milk to make it dairy-free.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make kale pear smoothie?

Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make kale pear smoothie ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours and shake or re-blend before drinking.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.

A refreshing green smoothie blending kale and ripe pear with milk and a pinch of sea salt for balance, served cold and smooth.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

214 Calories / serving

6.5g Fat

32.8g Carbs

7.8g Protein

24.1g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~214 cal · 7g fat · 33g carbs · 8g protein · 24g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 214 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 40 min·2.3 mi·~4700 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 29 min·1.5 mi·~2900 steps
Moderate cycling 22 min·4.4 mi
Swimming laps 30 min
Jogging 21 min·1.8 mi·~3350 steps
Stair climbing 20 min·~1800 steps
Dancing 35 min
Bodyweight circuit training 22 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 50 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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