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Loading...This quick and easy post workout recovery smoothie could also be called a nutrient-packed "recovery smoothie" as it provides good source of fiber (18% DV) and (15% DV) potassium, an essential dietary mineral and electrolyte that helps your nerves function and muscles to contract. For athletes, fluids and electrolytes are recommended before, during and after exercise to sustain total body water. This tasty treat also provides and 90% DV vitamin C and 20% DV calcium to help your body recover.
California Avocado Pineapple Recovery Smoothie
Total Time:
5min
Prep Time:
5min
Nutritional Highlights (per serving)
210
Calories
7
g
Total Fat
5
g
Dietary Fiber
8
g
Protein
31
g
Total Carbs
Ingredients
Serves: 1| 1/4 | ripe, Fresh California Avocado, seeded and peeled | |
| 1 1/4 | cups | baby spinach, organic |
| 1 | Tbsp. | fresh lemon juice |
| 3/4 | cup | frozen pineapple, chopped |
| 3/4 | cup | 1% low-fat milk |
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados
Instructions
- Blend thoroughly and enjoy!
Serving Suggestion: Non-dairy alternatives can substitute milk. Easy ways to boost the protein content in your recovery smoothie is to add a scoop of protein powder.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING
Calories 210
Total Fat 7 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 2 g
Unsaturated Fat 4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5 mg
Dietary Fiber 5 g
Protein 8 g
Total Carbs 31 g
Cholesterol 10 mg
Sodium 120 mg
Potassium 597 mg
Total Sugar 22 g
Vitamin A 206 mcg; Vitamin C 78 mg; Calcium 284 mg; Iron 2 mg; Vitamin D 2 mcg; Folate 65 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.07 g
% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 25%; Vitamin C 90%; Calcium 20%; Iron 10 %; Vitamin D 10%.
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 Calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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