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Creamy Cinnamon, Carrot, Orange and Avocado Smoothie

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Total Time: 7 min

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Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information
per serving

Calories 230
Total Fat 10g
Saturated Fat 1.5g
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 6g
Cholesterol 25mg
Sodium 270mg
Total Carbs 27g
Dietary Fiber 9g
Total Sugars 15g
Protein 12g
Potassium 1062mg

Vitamin A 546 mcg; Vitamin C 48 mg; Calcium 141 mg; Iron 1 mg; Vitamin D 0 mcg; Folate 88 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.08 g

% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 60%; Vitamin C 50%; Calcium 10%; Iron 6%; 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.

Prepare this carrot, orange, cinnamon and avocado smoothie for a delicious and healthy breakfast or evening 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). An excellent source of dietary fiber (32% DV), and protein (24% DV), along with essential vitamins and antioxidants vitamin A (60% DV), vitamin C (50% DV), vitamin E (15% DV), vitamin K (15% DV).

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Serves: 2

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1 1/2 cups 100% original coconut water 1 cup sliced carrots 1 orange, peeled and cut in chunks 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon 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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