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Green Apple Avocado Smoothie

Published November 30, 2015
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Green Apple Avocado Smoothie
Published November 30, 2015
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Kick-start your mornings or energize your afternoons with this power green smoothie! This smoothie uses simple ingredients like high-fiber green apples and spinach, but the crowning glory, of course, is the creamy, nutritious avocado. Blend, drink, and power-up with this nutrient-dense breakfast!

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Green Power Avocado Smoothie

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (120 grams) water
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 medium (200 grams) ripe avocado, cut into pieces
  • 1 medium (150 grams) Granny Smith apple, cored and coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 medium (150 grams) cucumber, peeled, seeded, and coarsely chopped
  • 2 cups (60 grams) lightly packed spinach leaves
  • 1/2 cup (125 grams) nonfat plain Greek yogurt

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor; blend until smooth.

Nutrition Information

Serves: 2 |  Serving Size: 1 1/4 cups each

Per serving: Calories: 306; Total Fat: 15g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 10g; Cholesterol: 1mg; Sodium: 63mg; Carbohydrate: 38g; Dietary Fiber: 10g; Sugar: 25g; Protein: 10g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 916mg; Iron: 9%; Vitamin A: 63%; Vitamin C: 34%; Calcium: 23%  

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The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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