Vanilla Fig Smoothie
Servings: 1
Spice up the holidays with this festively delicious fig smoothie. Figs are full of natural sweetness, fiber, and the ability to lower blood sugar. This is one holiday treat that is a plus for your taste buds and your health.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup spinach
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup figs fresh or frozen
- ½ banana
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 serving homemade protein powder optional
Instructions
- Blend the spinach and coconut milk until smooth.
- Add the figs, banana, cinnamon, and vanilla and blend again.
Notes
- Use at least 1 frozen fruit for a refreshingly cool smoothie.
- To lower the natural sugar in this recipe, swap banana with 1/2 avocado or 1/4 cup cauliflower.
- Swap spinach with the leafy greens of your choice.
Nutrition
Calories: 406kcal, Carbohydrates: 67g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 14g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 182mg, Potassium: 851mg, Fiber: 9g, Sugar: 46g, Vitamin A: 1783IU, Vitamin C: 14mg, Calcium: 111mg, Iron: 2mg