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    First Watch Kale Tonic Recipe: A Simple & Delicious Detox

    Posted: Nov 20, 2022 · Last updated: Nov 20, 2022 · by Shai Cohen

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    Nothing beats regular exercise and a healthy diet but having a natural drink to boost you now and then wouldn’t hurt. The good thing about making your tonic at home is that you know exactly what’s in it. The prime example? This First Watch kale tonic recipe. After all, kale’s nutritional value is no secret.

    High nutritional value, a sweet taste, and a vibrant green color. If we were asked to define this kale tonic recipe, we’d go with these. With a preparation time of approximately 10 minutes, this is the perfect drink to have on the go.

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    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Substitutions
    • Variations
    • Equipment
    • Storage
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    • First Watch Kale Tonic Recipe

    Ingredients

    • Kale — 2 cups.
    • Apple — 1. (Preferably Fuji)
    • Cucumber — 1, chopped.
    • Lemon — 1 large, peeled.
    • Ice — 5 cubes.
    • Water — 1 cup.

    Instructions

    Refreshing first watch kale tonic recipe drink
    Refreshing first watch kale tonic drink
    1. Clean the ingredients to remove any dust or dirt.
    1. Add kale, apple, cucumber, lemon, and water to the blender.
    1. Blend at high speed until smooth.
    1. Strain the mixture into a jar or a jug.
    1. Pour your First Watch kale tonic into a glass, on top of ice cubes.

    Substitutions

    • Apples — This recipe for First Watch kale tonic has different versions, which differ concerning the apple used. Some go for Fuji apples, while others use green apples. Both are delicious and incredibly nutritious, so just pick one and go with it.
    • Kale — Picking the kale is an important aspect. There is more than one version, and they all differ in small details. For blending, we recommend going with curly kale, as it’s softer and easier to blend. The stems don’t have much nutritional value, so feel free to chop them off. If, however, you’d really like to include the stems too, don’t forget to chop them into smaller pieces.
    • Vinegar — Lemon plays an important role in this kale tonic recipe from First Watch. However, you can swap lemons with lime juice, or vinegar for that matter. Apple cider vinegar, especially, provides a great taste to your kale tonic.

    Variations

    First watch kale tonic drink with apples and kale
    First watch kale tonic drink with apples and kale
    • The more the better — There are different versions of the kale tonic First Watch recipe, and you might’ve noticed that some include different ingredients. Celery stalk, for example, is a commonly used ingredient. It not only provides more nutritional value to your kale tonic, but it’s also so delicious. Chop one celery stalk and add it to your blender. Why not try pears? They are easy to blend, especially if they are ripe. For a different layer of taste, you might also want to consider adding some ginger and turmeric. They provide a pungent taste that improves your kale tonic.

    Equipment

    • Blender.
    • Measuring spoons and cups.

    Storage

    • Store any leftovers in a jar or an airtight container in your fridge, for 1-3 days.
    • We recommend blending the tonic again before consuming it.

    Tips

    • Pulse — Depending on your blender or your ingredients, you might have to pulse the ingredients to achieve a perfectly smooth texture.
    • Use frozen — Frozen kale will be much easier to blend, compared to fresh ones. For this purpose, you might want to buy frozen kale instead of fresh.
    Refreshing first watch kale tonic drink

    First Watch Kale Tonic Recipe

    This First Watch kale tonic recipe is perfect for a quick and healthy breakfast or snack.
    4.85 from 45 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine International
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 12 kcal

    Equipment

    • Blender
    • Measuring spoons and cups

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups kale
    • 1 pc. apple preferably Fuji
    • 1 pc. cucumber chopped
    • 1 pc. lemon peeled
    • 5 pcs. ice cubes
    • 1 cup water

    Instructions
     

    • Clean the ingredients to remove any dust or dirt.
    • Add kale, apple, cucumber, lemon, and water to the blender.
    • Blend at high speed until smooth.
    • Strain the mixture into a jar or a jug.
    • Pour your First Watch kale tonic into a glass, on top of ice cubes.

    Video

    Notes

    • Pulse — Depending on your blender or your ingredients, you might have to pulse the ingredients to achieve a perfectly smooth texture.
     
    • Use frozen — Frozen kale will be much easier to blend, compared to fresh ones. For this purpose, you might want to buy frozen kale instead of fresh.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    First Watch Kale Tonic Recipe
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    12
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    1
    g
    2
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    0.1
    g
    1
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    0.2
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    0.04
    g
    Sodium
     
    21
    mg
    1
    %
    Potassium
     
    118
    mg
    3
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    2
    g
    1
    %
    Fiber
     
    1
    g
    4
    %
    Sugar
     
    0.3
    g
    0
    %
    Protein
     
    1
    g
    2
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    3347
    IU
    67
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    31
    mg
    38
    %
    Calcium
     
    87
    mg
    9
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    He loves to cook and experiment with new recipes. He has a BA in computer science and a BA in English. He spends most of his free time traveling around the world discovering new cuisines.

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