Makes two 14-ounce servings
180 ml3/4 cup apple juice
1 large banana
1 medium papaya (about 2 cups)
59 ml1/4 cup cashews or macadamia nuts
710 ml3 cups kale leaves
Variations: Substitute mango or peaches for the papaya; try pineapple juice, coconut nectar or pear juice instead of apple juice; add mint leaves if available; substitute peanut or almond butter for the cashews.
I use frozen bananas in all my smoothies and as many other frozen ingredients as possible to make the drink as cold as possible. To achieve coldness without frozen fruit, you could add a few ice cubes to the mix, but don't add too many, or you will dilute your smoothie.