Blueberry Smoothie

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Blueberry Smoothie
5 min.
2
205kcal

Suggestions

Start with a delightful Blueberry Smoothie, a refreshing and easy-to-make beverage that's perfect for your morning meal, brunch, or even as a quick breakfast. This recipe is not only vegetarian and gluten-free, catering to various dietary needs, but it's also ready in just 5 minutes, making it an ideal choice for those on the go. Each serving, designed for two persons, contains 205 calories, offering a balanced blend of macronutrients with a caloric breakdown of 14.04% protein, 24.58% fat, and 61.38% carbs.

The star of this smoothie is the blueberries, which you can use fresh or frozen, adding a burst of flavor and color to your drink. The blend is completed with 2% reduced-fat milk for creaminess, a good source of protein and calcium, and plain yogurt, which adds tanginess and thickness. A hint of vanilla extract and a touch of white sugar enhance the overall taste, while a dash of ground nutmeg introduces a warm, aromatic note that complements the blueberries beautifully.

Preparing this smoothie requires minimal equipment—a blender and a spatula—ensuring a hassle-free experience. The blending process incorporates all the ingredients into a frothy, smooth consistency, with the spatula ensuring no lumps are left behind. The result? A delicious, nutrient-packed smoothie that's ready to serve immediately, making it a fantastic choice for a morning pick-me-up, a leisurely brunch, or a quick breakfast on a busy day. Whether you're a breakfast smoothie enthusiast or just looking for a healthy, tasty beverage to kickstart your day, this Blueberry Smoothie is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Ingredients

  • cup blueberries fresh ()
  • 0.1 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.8 cup milk 2% reduced-fat
  • ounce yogurt plain
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • tablespoons granulated sugar white

Equipment

  • blender
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Blend the blueberries, yogurt, milk, sugar, vanilla, and nutmeg in a blender until frothy, scraping down the sides of the blender with a spatula occasionally.
  2. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories205kcal
Protein14.04%
Fat24.58%
Carbs61.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
99.55
Glycemic Load
12.99
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
8.6047825865124%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
6.26mg
Petunidin
23.33mg
Delphinidin
26.22mg
Malvidin
50.02mg
Peonidin
15.01mg
Catechin
3.91mg
Epigallocatechin
0.49mg
Epicatechin
0.46mg
Luteolin
0.15mg
Kaempferol
1.23mg
Myricetin
0.96mg
Quercetin
5.68mg
Gallocatechin
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:205.34kcal
10.27%
Fat:5.77g
8.87%
Saturated Fat:3.54g
22.14%
Carbohydrates:32.4g
10.8%
Net Carbohydrates:30.6g
11.13%
Sugar:29.27g
32.52%
Cholesterol:21.82mg
7.27%
Sodium:94.73mg
4.12%
Alcohol:0.34g
100%
Alcohol %:0.15%
100%
Protein:7.41g
14.82%
Calcium:248.31mg
24.83%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.08%
Phosphorus:198.35mg
19.84%
Vitamin B12:0.89µg
14.81%
Vitamin K:14.69µg
13.99%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.6%
Potassium:358.8mg
10.25%
Vitamin C:7.93mg
9.61%
Vitamin B5:0.85mg
8.48%
Zinc:1.22mg
8.11%
Fiber:1.8g
7.21%
Magnesium:28.13mg
7.03%
Selenium:4.86µg
6.94%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.35%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.44%
Vitamin A:242.62IU
4.85%
Folate:16.9µg
4.22%
Vitamin E:0.52mg
3.44%
Copper:0.06mg
3.03%
Vitamin B3:0.48mg
2.41%
Iron:0.29mg
1.63%
Source:Allrecipes