Green Tea Smoothie
Servings: 1
This light and refreshing Green Tea Smoothie delivers a smooth rush of energy yet keeps you from that caffeine crash. Use as-is for an afternoon pick-me-up or add in some plant-based protein powder and turn it into a meal replacement breakfast smoothie that will energize you for the day ahead.
Equipment
- high-speed blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup spinach fresh
- 1 cup green tea unsweetened, brewed and cooled
- ½ cup mango frozen
- ½ cup green grapes
- 1 green apple
- 1 serving homemade protein powder optional
Instructions
- Blend spinach and green tea until smooth.
- Add remaining ingredients and blend again until smooth.
Notes
- Swap spinach with the leafy greens of your choice.
- Use at least one frozen fruit for a refreshingly cool smoothie.
- Swap green tea with the tea of your choice, water or coconut water.
- To lower the natural sugar in this recipe, swap grapes with berries like blueberries.
- Use a plant-based protein powder to add protein, healthy fat and fiber.
Nutrition
Calories: 203kcal, Carbohydrates: 52g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 0.2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g, Sodium: 28mg, Potassium: 645mg, Fiber: 7g, Sugar: 42g, Vitamin A: 3854IU, Vitamin C: 49mg, Calcium: 57mg, Iron: 1mg