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Fruit-based smoothie with fiber and natural sugars
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Fig smoothie (240 g) has 178 calories. That works out to 74 calories per 100 g. It contains 42.7 g of carbs, 2.9 g of protein, 1 g of fat and 5.5 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
178
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
42.7g
· 16% DV
Protein
2.9g
· 6% DV
Fat
1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
5.5g
· 20% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 89% · Protein 6% · Fat 5%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 178 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.12 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 9.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 42.7 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% |
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% |
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 | 178 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 11 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 320 g | 237 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 244 kcal |
Calculated from 74 calories per 100 g.
A fig smoothie is made by blending figs with a liquid such as milk, yogurt, or a plant-based drink. Remove the stems from fresh figs, blend until smooth, and add more liquid if the mixture is too thick.
No, you do not need to peel figs for a fig smoothie. Rinse fresh figs, remove the stems, and blend them with the skin on; it softens in the blender and adds fiber.
Yes, dried figs work in a fig smoothie. Soak them in warm water until softened before blending, especially if your blender is not powerful. They make the smoothie sweeter and thicker than fresh figs do.
Banana, pear, and berries all pair well with figs in a smoothie. Banana makes it creamy, pear keeps the flavor mild, and berries add tartness that balances the figs’ sweetness.
The crunchy bits in a fig smoothie are usually the tiny edible seeds inside the figs. They are normal and safe to eat; blend longer for a smoother drink, or strain it if you prefer.
Yes, you can freeze a fig smoothie in a sealed, freezer-safe container, leaving room for expansion. Thaw it in the refrigerator and blend or shake it again, since freezing can separate the ingredients.
Milk or a plant-based drink makes a fig smoothie creamy, while water gives it a lighter texture. Yogurt can also be blended in for extra thickness; add the liquid gradually to control the consistency.
Usually, a fig smoothie does not need added sweetener because ripe figs are naturally sweet. Taste it before adding anything; dried figs or a banana can make the drink noticeably sweeter.
A fig smoothie can be part of breakfast, but a fruit-only version may not keep you satisfied for long. Blend in yogurt or milk, or pair it with an egg or nuts for a more filling meal.
Yes, a fig smoothie can raise blood sugar because figs contain natural sugars, and blending makes the fruit easy to consume quickly. If you have diabetes, consider the portion and ask your care team how it fits your plan.
Vitamins
B6
0.17mg · 10% DV
Biotin
2.88µg · 10% DV
B2
0.12mg · 9% DV
Vitamin C
7.68mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.19mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
475mg · 14% DV
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Magnesium
38mg · 9% DV
Sodium
9.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 178 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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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.
A fig smoothie blends fresh or dried figs with a liquid such as water, milk or a plant-based drink. It is a modern fruit smoothie rather than a dish tied to one particular region, and recipes may include other fruit or flavourings. The figs bring a mellow, honeyed sweetness; depending on the fruit and how much liquid you use, the drink can be thick and spoonable or easy to sip.
Fig smoothie is usually served chilled for breakfast or as a snack, whether made at home or bought from a café. It provides fruit fibre alongside naturally occurring sugars, so its sweetness need not come from added sugar. For a more filling option, pair it with oats or nuts, or keep it lighter with water or an unsweetened plant drink.
Medium
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.12g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.14g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.22g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.