Kale Smoothie

I had extra kale laying around and didn't want to make kale chips or a savory dish.  I decided to make a kale smoothie.  Here's what you'll need:

Yes, the banana is supposed to be this ripe

Remove the kale leaves from the midrib (yes, this is what the tough "stem" is called)

Recipe serves 4 people, 2 really hungry people, or 1 person (if you want kale smoothie for breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

Equipment:
Blender
measuring cup
scissors (optional)
measuring spoons (optional)

Ingredients:
2 cups water
1/2 cup coconut water
1/2 cup low-fat kefir (if you are vegan, substitute the kefir with coconut milk or 1 very ripe banana - if you decide to go with the banana option, this recipe will end up needing 2 bananas)
6 ice cubes
1 very ripe banana
3 - 4 kale leaves cut or torn into small pieces (see photo above)
1/2 avocado (remove the giant seed, scoop out the flesh, and discard the skin)
1 tablespoon maple syrup (if you want a sweeter smoothie, you can add more maple syrup)
1/8 teaspoon (or a dash) turmeric
1/8 teaspoon (or dash) cinnamon

Put all of the ingredients in the blender and blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth.
Enjoy!