A green smoothie can make an amazingly nutrient-dense meal and is great way to start your day off with some greens. Just consider a large smoothie to be a full meal not a snack. And don’t gulp it down too fast. It takes our bodies 20 minutes to recognize that you are full and satisfied!
This smoothie recipe is perfect for a pre or post-workout meal with a balanced combination of carbohydrates and protein. This plus the healthy fats and fiber will keep you feeling fuller longer.
Bonus: It’s super high in fiber and antioxidants too- containing approximately 73% of your Vitamin A, 45 % of your Vitamin C, and almost 1/2 of your fiber percentage daily requirements.
Calories: 275.4
Total Fat: 7.5 g
Total Carbohydrate: 41.5 g
Dietary Fiber: 10.1 g
Protein: 18.4 g
Ingredients
- handful spinach
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 frozen banana
- juice of ½ lemon
- ½ cup plain 0% Greek yogurt
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
Instructions
- Place spinach in a blender cup. Add all of the other ingredients and blend until smooth. Enjoy!
