As some of you can tell, we eat pretty much whatever we want around here! One thing I do like to make that is on the healthier side are smoothies! This Blackberry Dragon Fruit Smoothie is loaded with power foods to help fuel your day!
If you haven’t heard of a Dragon Fruit yet, you are missing out! They are crazy cool looking, have the texture of a kiwi, but is very mild in flavor. BUT they pack a punch when in comes to healthy beneifts.
I like to make different smoothie all the time. So make sure to check out my Pineapple Spinach Smoothie and my Double Berry Oat Smoothie!
What you need for this Blackberry Dragon Fruit Smoothie
- Dragon Fruit
- Blackberries
- Ground Flax seed
- Kale
- Ice
- Milk
Throw everything in your blender and blend until smooth!
How to Cut a Dragon Fruit?
To cut a Dragon Fruit, first cut the fruit in half lengthwise.
Then using a big spoon and insert it in between the skin and flesh. Then slowly take your spoon around until the fruit pops out. (similar to how you cut a kiwi)
Health Benefits of Dragon Fruit
Just to name a few Dragon Fruit benefits include:
- High in Iron, Magnesium, and Fiber
- low calorie
- contains less sugar than other tropical fruits
- Aids in digestion and can help with weight loss
Other benefits included in this Blackberry Dragon Fruit Smoothie
Benefits of Kale:
- high in nutrients, but low in calories
- loaded with antioxidants
- High in Vitamin-C
- cancer fighting benefits
Benefits of Blackberries:
- High in Fiber & Vitamin C
- Helps strengthen immune system
- Can help strengthen your memory
- Great for Skin and bones
Blackberry Dragon Fruit Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/2 of 1 Dragon Fruit
- 1/2 cup blackberries
- 2 leaves kale washed and chopped
- 1 tbsp ground flax
- 1/2 cup milk
- ice
Instructions
- Cut Dragon Fruit in half and use a spoon to remove fruit from the skin.
- In a blender or smoothie maker, add the kale, flax, and blackberries.
- Then add the Dragon Fruit, ice, and milk.
- Blend until smooth.
- Pour into a glass of choice and enjoy.
Make sure to PIN IT!
