Green Kickstart Smoothie
This low-sugar smoothie uses avocado as the creamy base and adds cucumber for hydration. Its light, fresh taste pairs perfectly with a muffin or breakfast cookie. Keep it simple, or add any of the bonus ingredients for a nutritional boost.
Servings: 1 large smoothie, or 2 small ones
Ingredients
- 1/2 avocado, or 1 banana
- 1/2 cup cucumber, peeled if desired
- 1 cup spinach, or chopped lettuce
- 1 pear, or apple, peeled and cored, or 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 Tbsp lime juice
- 1 cup water, or nondairy milk, plus more as needed
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the avocado, cucumber, spinach, pear, lime juice, and water. Add any bonus ingredients as desired. Purée until smooth and creamy, about 50 seconds. Add a bit more water if you like a thinner smoothie.
Notes
BONUS ADDITIONS:
- Anti-Inflammatory: ½-inch piece peeled fresh ginger
- Omega-3: 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed or chia seeds
- Protein: ½ cup soy yogurt or 3 ounces silken tofu
- Electrolytes: coconut water to replace some of the liquid
- Flavor: 2 tablespoons fresh mint or ½ cup chopped mango
Nutrition
Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 37mg | Potassium: 803mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 3000IU | Vitamin C: 33.8mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 1.8mg
