By Ruth Chipps, MS, RDN, CD, Jackson In Action Communications Director
Harvest of the Month - Celebrate Kale , Spinach and all Dark Leafy Greens!
Green Summer Smoothie
1 c. Coconut milk, kefir or other milk option
2 c. Fresh pineapple or frozen (canned)
1 Fresh or frozen banana
2 Green apples, core removed, chopped
2 c. Kale or spinach
2 t. Grated fresh ginger (or 1/2 t. powdered ginger)
1 c. ice cubes
Method:
Add all ingredients and blend until smooth.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 1 day.
Nutrition Tips:
Dark green leafy vegetables are great sources of nutrition. Spinach, kale, arugula and dark green salad greens are rich in vitamins A, C, E and K.
Note: Individuals who take blood thinners should contact their health care providers before incorporating more greens into their diet. Consistent amounts of vitamin K each day is what is suggested.
More Harvest of the Month Information: www.JacksonInAction.org/recipes
Ruth Lahmayer Chipps, MS, RDN, CD is Communications Director for Jackson In Action and a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. She develops Harvest of the Month recipes, blogs & videos. She is host of “Harvest of the Month” on WEAU-TV 13 (NBC). More at www.Lahmayer.com
Harvest of the Month is a partnership between Jackson County Department of Health and Human Services, Black River Memorial Hospital, Together for Jackson County Kids, Ho-Chunk Nation, UW Extension-Jackson County, Lunda Community Center, Boys and Girls Club, Hansen’s IGA, local school districts, The Library and the community. TV segments are hosted by Ruth Chipps, RDN, and air on NBC-TV (WEAU) in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.