Carrot Cake Smoothie

Name: Carrot Cake Smoothie
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 raw medium-sized carrots, peeled, trimmed, and roughly chopped; 3/4 cup 1% milk; 1/2 cup vanilla or plain low-fat Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup California walnuts; 1 small frozen banana; 1 teaspoon quick cooking oats; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Serves

Meal

Lunch

Description

This carrot cake smoothie is like having cake for breakfast, without the guilt. It’s packed with walnuts, veggies and lots of nutrients!

Ingredients

2 raw medium-sized carrots, peeled, trimmed, and roughly chopped
3/4 cup 1% milk
1/2 cup vanilla or plain low-fat Greek yogurt
1/4 cup California walnuts
1 small frozen banana
1 teaspoon quick cooking oats
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

PREPARATION

Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a large glass and enjoy immediately.

NUTRITION

Calories: 496 cal
Total Fat: 24 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 14 g
Monounsaturated Fat: 4 g
Cholesterol: 17 mg
Sodium: 246 mg
Carbohydrates: 58 g
Dietary Fiber: 9 g
Total Sugars: 35 g
Added Sugars: 0 g
Protein: 19 g
Vitamin D: 88 mcg
Calcium: 503 mg
Iron: 2 mg
Potassium: 1,038 mg