Calorie controlled low sugar smoothie at around 170 calories. A perfect breakfast to refresh and energise you for the day ahead.
Ingredients:
- 1-2 cucumbers.
- handful of kale
- 5 fresh mint leaves
- a sprig of fresh parsley.
- 2 cm pieces fresh ginger.
- 1/4 avocado.
- 100ml coconut water.
- 100ml water
- juice of 1 lime
Add all ingredients to a blender along with a few ice cubes, and blend until smooth.
Optional:
These additions will increase the essential fatty acid content plus fibre and protein to make it a more filling smoothie but they will also increase the calorie content by around 90kcal per serving if you include both.
- 1 teaspoon flaxseed oil
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds