Have you, however, prepared a healthy green smoothie? Dark leafy greens not only contribute fibre and help keep smoothies lower in sugar, but they also have a significant nutritional impact.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup kale leaves (stems removed)
- 1/2 cucumber, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 ripe avocado
- 1/2 banana (frozen for a creamier texture)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk of your choice)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- Juice from 1/2 lemon
- Ice cubes (optional for a colder smoothie)
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a blender in the order listed.
- Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, you can add a bit more almond milk or water to achieve your desired consistency.
- Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness with honey or maple syrup if needed.
- Pour into a glass, add ice cubes if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 250-300 kcal
- Protein: 7-10 g
- Carbohydrates: 25-30 g
- Dietary Fiber: 7-10 g
- Sugars: 10-15 g (mainly from natural sugars)
- Fat: 15-20 g
- Saturated Fat: 2-3 g
- Sodium: 100-200 mg
