We all know you can make ice pops from fruit, coconut milk and even cocktails. But what about veggie popsicles? Yes, that’s also an option. Carrots, kale and even asparagus can all go into popsicles (and smoothies) and still taste delicious. Here are 3 refreshing ways to get your vitamins in a pretty, healthy, summer-worthy popsicle form. And if you don’t have the time or patience to freeze them, skip it and simply whip up these recipes as smoothie. However, if you’re trying to increase the amount of veggies your kids are eating, popsicles tend to be the better solution. Is there anything kids won’t eat when it’s frozen on a stick?!
GREEN DETOX KALE VEGGIE POPSICLES
Cool off at the end of a long summer day, and load up on antioxidants while you’re at it. Sour lime and sweet banana add a tropical taste—you’ll never know there’s kale in these!
Green Detox Kale Smoothie Popsicles
Ingredients
- 1 cucumber cut into chunks
- 3-4 fresh kale leaves roughly chopped
- 1 banana
- 1/2 cup coconut water
- 1 lime juice only
- 1 tbsp raw agave nectar
Instructions
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Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy.
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Evenly pour into the popsicle mold, freeze and serve.
GORGEOUS PINK ASPARAGUS SMOOTHIE POPSICLES
Asparagus may not be your first ingredient on your mind when it comes to summer popsicles. But their anti-inflammatory properties might change your mind! Mask the specific taste by combining asparagus with fruits. Mix it with fresh, tasty and antioxidant-rich strawberries to get gorgeous, healthy veggie popsicles.
Gorgeous Pink Asparagus Smoothie Popsicles
Ingredients
- 1 cup strawberries fresh or frozen
- 3-4 asparagus stems roughly chopped
- 1 banana
- 1/2 cup coconut water
- 1 lime juice only
- 3-4 fresh mint leaves
Instructions
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Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy.
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Evenly pour into popsicle molds, freeze and serve.
TROPICAL PINEAPPLE CARROT SMOOTHIE POPSICLES
Tropical-flavored and bursting with antioxidants, these smoothie popsicles have a bright orange color that your kids will love! Carrots are naturally sweet, and they even taste tropical when mixed with pineapple, coconut oil and hydrating coconut water.
Tropical Pineapple Carrot Smoothie Popsicles
Ingredients
- 2 carrots roughly chopped
- 1/2 lemon juice only
- 1 cup pineapple fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup coconut water
- 1 tsp coconut oil
Instructions
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Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy.
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Evenly pour into popsicle molds, freeze and serve.