Carrot-Apple Smoothie

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
26%
Carrot-Apple Smoothie
45 min.
1
268kcal

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Are you ready to kick-start your day with a vibrant, wholesome drink that not only tastes great but also packs a nutritional punch? Look no further than this delicious Carrot-Apple Smoothie! Perfect for those busy mornings or as a refreshing brunch option, this smoothie is a delightful blend of fresh carrot juice and unsweetened apple sauce, combined with creamy Greek yogurt to create a satisfying beverage that keeps you energized.

What’s truly wonderful about this recipe is its versatility—it’s vegetarian, gluten-free, and incredibly easy to whip up in just 45 minutes. The vibrant orange hue of the carrot juice, paired with the natural sweetness of apple sauce, makes this smoothie as visually appealing as it is tasty. With only a handful of ingredients, you’ll find that it’s not just good for you, but also a treat for your taste buds.

The nutritional profile is impressive, featuring a healthy balance of protein from the Greek yogurt and balanced carbs from the fruits, making it a superb choice for breakfast or as a delightful snack throughout the day. So, grab your blender and treat yourself to this rejuvenating Carrot-Apple Smoothie that will brighten your morning and put a smile on your face!

Ingredients

  • cup carrot juice fresh
  • 0.5 cup apple sauce unsweetened
  • cup greek yogurt plain greek-style

Equipment

  • blender

Directions

  1. In a blender, combine carrot juice, apple sauce and yogurt. Blend until smoothie reaches desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts

Calories268kcal
Protein33.53%
Fat3.98%
Carbs62.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
43
Glycemic Load
8.61
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
22.895217480867%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.84mg
Epicatechin
6.6mg
Quercetin
2.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:267.64kcal
13.38%
Fat:1.22g
1.87%
Saturated Fat:0.29g
1.81%
Carbohydrates:42.97g
14.32%
Net Carbohydrates:39.74g
14.45%
Sugar:27.22g
30.25%
Cholesterol:10mg
3.33%
Sodium:230.2mg
10.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.05g
46.1%
Vitamin A:45176.02IU
903.52%
Vitamin B2:0.73mg
42.85%
Phosphorus:377.22mg
37.72%
Vitamin K:37.19µg
35.42%
Vitamin B6:0.67mg
33.65%
Selenium:21.58µg
30.83%
Potassium:1061.4mg
30.33%
Calcium:283.52mg
28.35%
Vitamin C:21.28mg
25.79%
Vitamin B12:1.4µg
23.33%
Vitamin E:2.95mg
19.69%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.52%
Manganese:0.36mg
17.77%
Magnesium:58.7mg
14.68%
Fiber:3.23g
12.92%
Vitamin B5:1.25mg
12.5%
Zinc:1.52mg
10.14%
Copper:0.18mg
8.78%
Iron:1.51mg
8.37%
Vitamin B3:1.44mg
7.18%
Folate:27.1µg
6.77%
Source:My Recipes