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Cool Veggie, Pineapple and Avocado Smoothie

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Total Time: 7 min

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Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information
per serving

Calories 220
Total Fat 10g
Saturated Fat 1.5g
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 6g
Cholesterol 25mg
Sodium 180mg
Total Carbs 23g
Dietary Fiber 7g
Total Sugars 12g
Protein 11g
Potassium 736mg

Vitamin A 52 mcg; Vitamin C 52 mg; Calcium 107 mg; Iron 2 mg; Vitamin D 0 mcg; Folate 74 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.09 g

% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 6%; Vitamin C 60%; Calcium 8%; Iron 10%; Vitamin D 0%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Pineapple, cucumber, spinach, ginger and coconut water make up this cool avocado smoothie that can be used as a post exercise drink or anytime meal replacement. This balanced smoothie contains all three macronutrients (carbs, fat, and protein) and can be used to help reduce visceral fat, lose weight, and fight insulin resistance (Prediabetes). Providing an excellent source of dietary fiber (25% DV),protein (22% DV), folate (20% DV), vitamin B5  and B6 (20% DV), vitamin C (60% DV) and potassium (15% DV).

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Serves: 2

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1 cup 100% original coconut water 1 cup fresh or frozen pineapple pieces 1/2 cup cucumber slices 1-inch x ¼-inch ginger slice, peeled 2 cups baby spinach leaves 1/2 ripe, Fresh California Avocado, seeded, peeled, and cubed 1 scoop vanilla protein powder** (whey, soy, pea, or rice)
  1. Pour the coconut water in a blender, then add the rest of the ingredients.
  2. Blend until smooth.

Serving Suggestion: Eat for a breakfast, lunch or dinner meal replacement.

**Note: To provide 20 grams of protein.

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*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Did You Know?

There are lots of quick and easy recipes on this site. Some have more than 7 ingredients, but most can be prepared in 15 minutes or less. Even with simple recipes it helps to know how to store avocados before you use them and if you have any left over.

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