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Green Apple Spinach Protein Smoothie
A crisp, bright smoothie with little added sugar, from tart apple, spinach, and ginger.
- 5 mintime
- 1serving
- 230calories
- 26 gprotein
Tart green apple does much of the work here. It adds sweetness, acidity, and fiber, and it blends into a thick smoothie. Ginger and lemon give it a clean finish.
Ingredients
Makes 1 serving.
- 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder (about 30 g)
- 1 medium apple
- 1 ½ cups fresh baby spinach
- ½ tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup water
- 5 ice cubes
Method
- Core and chop the apple. Leave the skin on for fiber.
- Add the water, spinach, and apple to the blender and blend for 30 seconds.
- Add the protein powder, ginger, lemon juice, and ice.
- Blend for another 40 seconds, until completely smooth.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 230 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 26 g |
| Carbohydrates | 31 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 21 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
Estimated from standard nutrition data for each ingredient, assuming about 24 g of protein per scoop of whey or casein and 22 g for plant powders. Brands vary, so check your label. Contains: milk.
Tips
- Granny Smith apples give the tartest flavor. Use a Fuji or Gala for a sweeter smoothie.
- Add the lemon juice last to keep the color bright.
Swaps and variations
- Add a few mint leaves.
- Add a quarter of an avocado for a creamier smoothie.
