Potassium-Rich Smoothie

by | Jan 17, 2017 | Recipes, Uncategorized

Potassium-Rich Smoothie

This refreshing smoothie is packed with potassium, fiber and vitamin C, these essential nutrients help prevent heart disease and other degenerative diseases like diabetes and cancer.

Preparation Time:

  • 5 Minutes

Total Time:

  • 5 Minutes

Yield:

  • 4 Servings
  • 2 kiwi fruits, cubed
  • 1 frozen banana, sliced
  • 8 dried apricot halves
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 1/2 cups ice cubes
  • sugar substitute, to taste (optional)
  1.  Place all ingredients in a blender. Process until smooth.
  2. Pour in glasses.
  3.  Serve and enjoy.
  • Food Exchange: 1 Fruit
  • Glycemic Index: Low
  • Nutrition Profile:
    • Diabetes Appropriate
    • Low Calorie, Low Fat
    • Low Cholesterol, Healthy Weight
    • Dairy-Free, Gluten Free
 Energy  72.3 Calories
 Total Fat

Saturated Fat
Polyunsaturated Fat
Monounsaturated Fat
 0.4 g
0.1 g
0.1 g
0.1 g
 Cholesterol  0.0 mg
 Sodium  3.2 mg
 Potassium  348.50 mg
 Total carbohydrate

Dietary Fiber
Sugars
 18.5 g
2.6 g
8.2 g
 Protein  1.0 g