5 Smoothie Recipes for Weight Loss

byBelly Girl May 20, 2022

 

5 Smoothie Recipes for Weight Loss

 


The best way to slim down, without missing out on the right nutrients, is by focusing on your diet. A great addition to it is fresh homemade smoothies. These blends of fresh fruits and vegetables are the perfect vehicle for low-cal yet nutrient-rich ingredients that keep you satiated for long. A good mix of protein, complex carbohydrates and good fats along with vitamins and nutrients should be used to create a well-balanced smoothie.

 

1. Evergreen Smoothie

 

Ingredients

  • 1 cup, baby spinach
  • Bottle gourd/ cucumber, ½ cup
  • Curd, ½ cup
  • Mint leaves, a handful
  • Rock salt, a pinch
  • Jeera powder, ¼ tsp
  • Amla, a piece, or lemon juice, ½ tsp
  • Ice cubes, 1 cup

 


Method Place all the ingredients in a blender, toss in the ice cubes and blend till smooth.

Best time to have it: In the morning, to detox your body.

Benefits: Bottle gourd and cucumber are extremely low in calories and aid in weight loss.

Calorie Count: 95

 

2. Nutty Delight Smoothie

Ingredients

  • Puffed amaranth/rajgira, ½ cup (Use a rajgira laddoo if puffs aren’t available)
  • Low-fat milk, 1 cup
  • Banana, frozen, ½
  • Date, 1, chopped
  • Flax seeds, 1 tsp
  • Chia seeds, 1 tsp
  • Melon seeds, 1 tbsp

 

Method Blend all the ingredients till smooth and enjoy it as it is

Best time to have it: Post-workout – as it’s a good dose of protein.

Benefits: This smoothie is high in omega 3 acids, good fats and fiber. It also keeps you fuller for longer.

Optional Add a scoop of protein powder for an extra energy boost.

Calorie Count: 295

 

3. Golden Glow Smoothie

Ingredients

  • Carrot, grated, 1
  • Orange or mousambi juice, freshly squeezed with pulp, 1 cup
  • Papaya, ½ cup
  • Turmeric powder or grated fresh haldi, 1/2 tsp
  • Ginger, grated, ½ tsp
  • Ice cubes, 1 cup




Method Blend all ingredients and grind till smooth. Enjoy.

Best time to have it: During the day.

Benefits: Papaya and carrots have a significant amount of fibre and are relatively low in calories!

Calorie Count: 175

 

4. Chai Spice Smoothie

Ingredients

Apple, chopped, 1

Banana, frozen, ½

Oats, 1 tbsp

Walnut halves, 3

Almond or low-fat milk, 1 cup

Chai masala, 1 tsp

Cardamom powder, a pinch

Ice, a few cubes

 

Method Blend all ingredients till smooth and enjoy this aromatic smoothie.

Best time to have it: In the morning to feel fresh and energetic

Benefit: Banana and oats not only keep you satiated, but bring your digestive system on track.

Calorie Count: 265


Also Read: SMOOTH & JUICY - over 130 Smoothies, Juices and Cocktails Ideas

 

5. Refreshing Smoothie

Ingredients

  • Cucumber chopped, 1
  • Kiwi, chopped, 1
  • Green apple, chopped, 1
  • Coconut water, 1 cup
  • Lemon juice, ½ tsp
  • Mint leaves, a few
  • Chia seeds, 1 tsp
  • Ice cubes, 1 cup

 

Method Blend all the ingredients except chia seeds, until smooth. Top up this glass of goodness with a dash of chia seeds for that extra crunch.

Best time to have it: In the evening to feel refreshed

Benefit: The cucumber helps remove toxins, which sets your body up for weight loss.

Calorie Count:175

 

Consider the ingredients you’re adding to your smoothie carefully. Elements rich in protein, fibre and those that can boost your metabolism will speed up weight loss. You can also try green smoothies. Click Here to Load More.

 

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