Global Smoothie Day 2023: 8 Hacks To Ace Nutritious Smoothies
By Shreya Goswami
October 2, 2023
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Smoothies are nutrient-dense and healthy, if you make them right. Here are some of the easiest hacks you need to nail healthy smoothies at home every single time.
Pick A Healthy Base
Go for plain yoghurt and plant-based milk like almond milk or soy milk instead of using flavoured or sweetened ones.
Get Fresh Ingredients
Don’t use dried or canned fruits for your smoothies and choose fresh, seasonal fruits and veggies instead.
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Incorporate Variety
Don’t shy away from adding plenty of vegetables and leafy greens, herbs and fruits in your healthy smoothies.
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Check The Protein Factor
While yoghurt and plant-based milks have protein, you can up the content by adding nuts, seeds and even oats.
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Freeze Your Food
Instead of ice cubes to chill your smoothies, freeze your fruits to stop your smoothies from being watered down.
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Keep A Sugar Check
Most fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds are loaded with natural sugars, so avoid adding honey or maple syrup.
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Watch The Consistency
To make smoothies thicker, add oats. To thin down a smoothie that’s too thick, use plant-based milk but not water.
Enjoy While Fresh
Smoothies spoil quickly and their nutrient value degrades with time, so enjoy healthy smoothies while fresh.
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