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Green smoothie
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 63 kcal —
- Protein 1.8 g 4%
- Carbohydrate 12 g 4%
- Fat 0.8 g 1%
- Saturated fat 0.2 g 1%
- Fibre 2 g 7%
- Sugars 9.3 g —
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Questions about Green smoothie
How do you make a green smoothie that isn’t gritty?
Blend the liquid and leafy greens first until smooth, then add fruit and blend again. Try 100 g baby spinach, a ripe banana and about 200 ml cold water or milk; a squeeze of lemon brightens the flavour.
Which greens work best in a green smoothie?
Baby spinach has a mild flavour and blends easily. Kale tastes stronger, so strip out the tough stems and start with a small handful; blend it with the liquid before adding the fruit.
Can you make a green smoothie the night before?
It’s best freshly blended, but you can keep it in a clean, sealed bottle in the fridge and drink it within 24 hours. Shake or stir it before drinking, as it can separate.
What can you use instead of banana in a green smoothie?
Use ripe pear or mango for sweetness, or avocado for a creamy texture without as much sweetness. A little extra liquid helps the fruit blend smoothly.
Do you need to cook spinach or kale before putting it in a smoothie?
No: wash loose leaves under running water, then blend them raw. Ready-to-eat leaves can be used straight from the pack; remove any tough kale stems first.
Does a green smoothie have more fibre than green juice?
The green juice listed has 2.6 g of fibre per 100 g, compared with 2 g in a green smoothie. Juicing usually removes the pulp, while blending keeps it in, though recipes differ.
Is a green smoothie a good source of protein?
It isn’t naturally protein-rich: a green smoothie has 1.8 g of protein per 100 g. To make it more filling, blend in plain yoghurt or silken tofu.
Source: mvt 13.163 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
