Green apple cucumber smoothie is ideal for weight loss and detoxing.
The smoothie is loaded with nutrients and tastes crips with gentle sweetness.
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Green Apple Cucumber Smoothie For Weight Loss
Whip up a green apple cucumber smoothie for weight loss! A refreshing blend of crisp green apples, cucumber, pineapple, and banana, perfect for a slimming, nutritious drink
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
Ingredients
- 3–4 slices cucumber
- 1 green apple (cored and diced)
- 1 cup frozen banana slices
- 1/2 cup of frozen pineapple
- 1 cup of coconut water
Instructions
- Slice and core the apple. measure the rest of the ingredients and set aside.
- To a blender or a Nutribullet, add the cucumber and coconut water first followed by the rest of the ingredients.
Notes
*For smoothie variations, benefits, recipe tips, and more, scroll past the recipe!
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 284
- Sugar: 47.3g
- Fat: 0.9g
- Carbohydrates: 74.3g
- Fiber: 11.2g
- Protein: 3.3g
Apple Banana Cucumber Smoothie Benefits
This apple and cucumber smoothie is not just vibrant and refreshing, it is powered by fresh nutrient-dense ingredients, which contribute to numerous benefits.
An overview of the main benefits of this smoothie includes:
- Hydration Boost: The high water content from cucumber and coconut water ensures excellent hydration, replenishing fluids effectively.
- Rich in Vitamins and Minerals: Packed with Vitamin C from apple, pineapple, and banana, along with potassium from coconut water and bananas, it supports immune function and maintains electrolyte balance.
- Rich In Dietary Fiber: The green apple and banana contribute dietary fiber, aiding in digestion and promoting a feeling of fullness, which can help with weight loss.
- Contains Antioxidant Properties: The fruits in this smoothie provide antioxidants that combat oxidative stress, contributing to overall health and well-being.
- Natural Energy: The natural sugars in these fruits offer a quick energy boost, making this smoothie a great option for a morning pick-me-up or a pre-workout drink.
- Low in Calories: Despite its sweetness and fulfilling nature, this smoothie is relatively low in calories, making it a great choice for those monitoring their calorie intake.
- Refreshing Taste: The combination of cucumber’s freshness with the sweet and tart flavors of the fruits makes this smoothie exceptionally refreshing and enjoyable to drink.
Tasty Variations And Recipe Notes
You could try so many variations of this smoothie, should you want to.
I love experimenting, and if you are like me, you like to switch a thing or two and make the recipe better suited to your taste.
I have been making this recipe for months, allowing me to try new things each time.
Some tasty variations include:
- No Banana Variation: Swap the banana in the recipe for mango, or even berries. I tested blueberries and I found they worked very well with the other ingredients.
- Protein Boost: Incorporate 1/2 cup of yogurt if you are not dairy-free, or a scoop of protein powder for more protein.
- Power Up On The Greens: You can add even more greens to the smoothie, by incorporating an extra handful of baby spinach or kale.
- Nutrient Boost: Add a tablespoon of chia seeds or cashew butter for additional nutrients and healthy fat.
- Tangier Twist: Squeeze a lemon in your blender for a tangier twist that cuts through the sweetness of the banana and pineapple beautifully.
Recipe Equipment:
Blender Type | Suitability |
---|---|
Nutribullet 600 | ✓ |
Vitamix Blender Propel 510 | ✓ |
BlendJet 4000mAh | x |
Ninja Blender BL610 | ✓ |
Oster 6640 Blender | x |
Hamilton Beach 58148A Blender | ✓ |
AMZChef Blender 1800 W | ✓ |
Wamife Blender | ✓ |
I personally found that using Nutribullet 600 with this specific recipe was the easiest.
This is only true if you are only making a single-serving smoothie.
If you are planning to double or triple the recipe, I recommend that you use a higher-capacity blender.
Dietary:
Type Of Diet | Suitable |
---|---|
Vegan-Friendly | ✓ |
Dairy-Free | ✓ |
Gluten-Free | ✓ |
Diabetic-Friendly | ✗ |
Paleo-Friendly | ✓ |
Keto-Friendly | ✗ |
Raw Food-Friendly | ✓ |
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