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Close-up of a thick, purple Refreshing Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie topped with fresh blueberries and lemon zest.

Refreshing Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie Recipe

This smoothie combines lemon and blueberry flavors into a bright, tangy, and slightly sweet drink. It is designed to be refreshing and easy to make for a quick, nutritious option.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Drink
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup frozen blueberries plus more for garnish
  • 1 medium ripe banana peeled and frozen
  • 1 cup baby kale packed
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk chilled and unsweetened
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened brewed green tea chilled
  • 2 tablespoons hulled hemp seeds
  • 3/4 teaspoon lemon zest plus more for garnish
  • 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Equipment

  • blender

Method
 

  1. Place the frozen blueberries, frozen banana, kale, almond milk, green tea, hemp seeds, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey (if using), and ground ginger into your blender.
  2. Blend all ingredients until the mixture is completely smooth. Add a small splash of water or extra milk if the mixture is too thick to blend easily.
  3. Pour the smoothie into a glass.
  4. Garnish with extra blueberries or a small amount of lemon zest, if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

This recipe was developed after experimenting with flavors on a hot day to create something both cooling and nutritious. This smoothie became a regular choice for refreshment.

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