Swiss Chard is not only rich in vitamins and minerals but also contains Syringic acid which is a unique flavonoid that has the capability of stabilizing blood sugars by inhibiting the alpha-glucosidase enzyme. Just one serving of this smoothie and you reap the benefits of more than a 100% of the daily values of the following vitamins and minerals: vit C, vit K, vit A and manganese. Goji berries add key anitoxidants (substitute pomegranate if you have a hard time finding goji berries for you your smoothies) Yogurt adds some protein. Overall, this is a unique and nice balanced Nutribullet blast.
Nutty Pine-Berry & Chard Smoothie
Having problems with erratic blood sugar? Try this smoothie recipe which has a stabilizing effect on your blood sugar.
Ingredients
- 12 cashew nuts
- 1 tbsp goji berries
- 2 cups Swiss chard leaves, chopped into 2-inch thick strips, stems discarded
- ½ cup frozen strawberries
- ½ cup pineapple
- ½ cup Greek Yogurt
- Water to fill line
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to your large nutribullet cup, saving water for last.
- Once you have filled the cup with water to the fill line, puree ingredients to desired consistency.
Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 382Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 261mgCarbohydrates: 54.8gFiber: 7gSugar: 31.8gProtein: 15g
David Zoberis
Friday 5th of January 2018
Nice recipes. Is there a monthly newsletter?
Carleen
Friday 5th of January 2018
Hi! At the bottom of each post is a form to get the recipes by email. When new recipes are added an email gets sent out once per week or so.