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High-Protein Green Apple Lentil Smoothie
This refreshing smoothie combines the crisp sweetness of green apples with the nutty richness of lentils, all while packing a protein punch. Embracing the Mediterranean principle of using whole, plant-based ingredients, it's designed to energize and nourish.
10 min2 servingsmediterraneanmain course
pescetarian
mediterranean
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Calories316
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7g9%
Saturated Fat 1g3%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 73mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 16g6%
Dietary Fiber 10g34%
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin D 0.96mcg5%
Calcium 438mg34%
Iron 7.5mg42%
Potassium 1175mg25%
Vitamin A 300mcg33%
Vitamin C 0.16mg
Vitamin B6 0.04mg2%
Vitamin B12 0.38mcg16%
Vitamin E 3.7mg25%
Vitamin K 0.37mcg
Magnesium 214mg51%
Zinc 4.2mg38%
Folate 4.3mcg1%
Approximate values — some ingredient data may be incomplete.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Ingredients
- 1 large apple
- 0.5 cup red lentils
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 banana
- 1 tablespoon flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon, grated ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- 1Core and chop the green apple into small pieces.
- 2Rinse the cooked green lentils under cold water.
- 3Place the chopped green apple, lentils, and almond milk into the blender.
- 4Add the baby spinach to the blender.
- 5Peel and add the ripe banana to the mixture.
- 6Incorporate the ground flaxseeds and chia seeds.
- 7Squeeze in the fresh lemon juice.
- 8Grate fresh ginger and add it to the blender.
- 9Sprinkle in the cinnamon.
- 10Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- 11Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more lemon or cinnamon if desired.
- 12Serve immediately for the freshest flavor.
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