green smoothie
Serves 6
This nutritious and delicious smoothie packs a healthy punch with spinach, mint, coconut water, apples, mango, orange and chia seeds. Created exclusively for Equal® by The Diabetic Chef®, Chris Smith.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach, stems removed
- 1-1/2 cups coconut water
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, sliced
- 1 mango, peeled, seeded, diced
- 1 orange, peeled, sectioned, seeded
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, stems removed
- 1 tablespoon Equal® Spoonful OR 1-1/2 packets Equal® sweetener
Preparation
- Combine all ingredients in blender or food processor. Puree until smooth. Divide mixture evenly between 6 glasses to serve.
Photo courtesy of Charlie Brown/Chris Smith.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
- Calories: 116
- Protein: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fat: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Sodium: 40 mg
Exchanges
- Carbohydrate - 2
