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High in vitamin C, refreshing plant-based smoothie
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Apple, kiwi, mint, parsley, lemon and ginger smoothie (240 g) has 103 calories. That works out to 43 calories per 100 g. It contains 25 g of carbs, 1.9 g of protein, 0.7 g of fat and 5 g of fiber. Its 148.8 µg of Vitamin K covers 124% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 38 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
103
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
25g
· 9% DV
Protein
1.9g
· 4% DV
Fat
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fiber
5g
· 18% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 88% · Protein 7% · Fat 5%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 103 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.7 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 9.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 5 g | 18% |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 103 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 43 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 52 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 77 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 300 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 320 g | 138 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 350 g | 151 kcal |
Calculated from 43 calories per 100 g.
It is a refreshing way to combine fruit and herbs, and it provides vitamin C. The ginger and citrus give it a lively flavor, but the smoothie is not a treatment or a guaranteed way to prevent illness.
Blend washed apple and kiwi with mint, parsley, lemon juice, a little fresh ginger and enough water to reach your preferred consistency. Taste before adding more lemon or ginger, since both can quickly dominate the fruit.
It does not cause weight loss by itself. It can replace a sugary drink, but it still contains energy from fruit. For a more filling breakfast, have it with a protein-rich food such as eggs or plain yogurt.
Yes, you can leave both skins on after washing the fruit well; blending them adds texture and keeps the fruit’s fiber in the drink. Remove the apple core and lemon seeds, and peel the kiwi if you dislike its fuzzy skin.
Start with just a small amount of parsley and mint, then taste the blend before adding more. Apple softens the herbal flavor, while lemon adds sharpness; too much ginger can also compete with the fruit.
It can be part of breakfast, but on its own it may not keep you full for long. Pair it with eggs, yogurt or nuts to add protein or fat and make the meal more satisfying.
It tastes best freshly blended. If needed, store it in a sealed container in the refrigerator and drink it the same day; its color and fresh flavor can change as it sits. Do not leave it out for hours.
It may fit, but the apple and kiwi contribute natural sugars, so the portion and meal plan matter. Keeping the drink unstrained retains its fiber. Ask your clinician or dietitian how it fits your individual glucose targets.
It can be a light source of carbohydrates before exercise, especially when you have time to digest it. Its acidity and ginger may bother a sensitive stomach during intense activity, so try it well before training first.
No smoothie can reliably “boost” immunity or prevent infection. This one supplies vitamin C as part of a varied diet, but it is not a substitute for sleep, balanced meals or routine medical care.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
148.8µg · 124% DV
Vitamin C
81.6mg · 91% DV
Folate
48µg · 12% DV
B6
0.17mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.19mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
432mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Magnesium
34mg · 8% DV
Sodium
9.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 103 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
This apple, kiwi, mint, parsley, lemon and ginger smoothie blends fresh fruit with herbs and ginger into a cool drink. It is a contemporary smoothie combination rather than a traditional dish tied to one particular place, and is easy to make at home with ripe fruit and a blender.
Apple brings gentle sweetness, while kiwi and lemon add tartness; mint and ginger give the drink a bright, lightly sharp finish. Serve it chilled for breakfast or as a refreshing snack. It is a plant-based choice with plenty of vitamin C. Blending without straining keeps the fruit pulp in the glass, and adding oats can make it more substantial.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.07g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.26g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.