Green Apple Pecan Smoothie | American Pecan Promotion Board

Green Apple Pecan Smoothie

By: American Pecan Promotion Board

Serving Size: 2

Cook Time: 5 mins Prep
0 mins Cooking

Homemade pecan milk and pecan pieces are the base for this invigorating smoothie that blends tangy green apple and spinach.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup pecan milk (see recipe note below)

1 large green apple

1 tablespoon maple syrup

3 cups fresh spinach

10 ice cubes

1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice

Process:

  1. Core the apple and cut it into chunks, leaving the skin on.
  2. Place the first six ingredients in a blender and blend. Add the lemon juice and blend for a few seconds again. Taste, and add a touch more maple syrup or lemon juice as desired. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 1 day. Makes 2 cups, large smoothie or 2 small.

Recipe Note: Find a simple recipe for homemade pecan milk here

Nutritional Facts:


Calories

270

Fat

18g

Saturated Fat

1.5g

Sodium

70mg

Carbs

27mg

Fiber

6g

Protein

4g