I deem green figs the next best ingredient for green smoothies. Thank you Peanut Butter Runner for introducing me to one of Trader Joe’s newest frozen items: organic green figs. These babies are BIG. I adore fresh figs, but had never thought about using them in a smoothie.
Figs are a rich source of magnesium, potassium, calcium, and iron and are high in fiber.
Here’s a recipe I whipped up yesterday afternoon – no sugar added!
Green Fig & Kale Smoothie
serves 1 // gluten-free & vegan
- 3/4 c. Trader Joe’s unsweetened coconut milk beverage (may substitute regular coconut milk)
- 1/2 small frozen banana
- 2 large frozen green figs
- 1/2 T hemp seeds
- 2 large handfuls fresh kale
suggested additions >> almond butter // dates // chia or flax // chard or spinach
What’s the tastiest smoothie you’ve made recently?
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This smoothie looks delicious! I haven’t seen the green figs yet. I have a Trader Joe’s around the corner so now I have no excuse :)
This smoothie looks fantastic! Figs are absolutely amazing, especially when they’re fresh right off the tree. My dad has a fig tree at his house, so in the fall, we’re lucky enough to get some fresh ones!
Oh man this looks great! I love figs but never thought about using them in a smoothie. Totally going to try this out!
I get SO excited when I hear about Trader Joe’s products that I haven’t yet tried or even known about! I’ll be sure to look out for these green figs when I’m there tomorrow. :]
I have never seen those, but they look yummy! I LOVE figs, but I need a new blender so badly!
Ooooh yum, I’ve never bought frozen figs before, but the next time I’m at TJ’s I totally will be picking up a bag!
WHAT!? I can’t wait to try TJ’s frozen figs! Thanks for sharing!