Low-Calorie Detox Smoothies for Busy Mornings

As someone who is constantly juggling work, errands, and the gym, a healthy breakfast often falls by the wayside. But I recently discovered the magic of detox smoothies-quick, delicious, and packed with nutrients to jump-start my day. Here are low-calorie smoothie recipes (all under 300 calories) that are perfect for busy mornings.

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Tools You’ll Need:

• High-powered blender
• Measuring cups
• Cutting board

Low-Calorie Detox Smoothies

Tropical Green Dream (250 kcal)

• Ingredients:
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/2 cup frozen mango chunks
  • 1/2 cup baby spinach
  • 1/4 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 inch fresh ginger
• Procedure: Add almond milk to the blender. Top with frozen mango chunks, baby spinach, pineapple chunks, Greek yogurt, and ginger.

Berry Blast (280 kcal)

• Ingredients:
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut water
  • 1 cup frozen mixed berries
  • 1/2 banana, frozen
  • 1/4 cup chopped kale
  • 1 scoop plant-based protein powder (unflavored or vanilla)
• Procedure: Pour coconut water into the blender. Add frozen mixed berries, frozen banana, chopped kale, and protein powder.

Citrus Sunrise (220 kcal)

• Ingredients:
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1/2 cup frozen peach slices
  • 1/4 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• Procedure: Combine orange juice, frozen peach slices, chopped cucumber, Greek yogurt, and chia seeds in the blender.

Minty Melon Cooler (200 kcal)

• Ingredients:
  • 1 cup cubed seedless watermelon
  • 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 banana, frozen
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup water
• Procedure: Add cubed watermelon, chopped romaine lettuce, frozen banana, mint leaves, and water to the blender.

Creamy Coffee Kick (270 kcal)

• Ingredients:
  • 1 cup cold brew coffee
  • 1/2 cup frozen cauliflower florets
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Procedure: Combine cold brew coffee, frozen cauliflower florets, Greek yogurt, cocoa powder, and cinnamon in the blender.

Sunshine on a Spoon (230 kcal)

• Ingredients:
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup frozen mango chunks
  • 1/2 cup frozen papaya chunks
  • 1/4 cup chopped pineapple
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
• Procedure: Pour all ingredients into the blender.

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