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Low-calorie source of fiber and vitamin K
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Fruit-free green smoothie (250 g) has 63 calories. That works out to 25 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.8 g of carbs, 4.5 g of protein, 0.8 g of fat and 5.5 g of fiber. Its 637.5 µg of Vitamin K covers 531% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
63
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
10.8g
· 4% DV
Protein
4.5g
· 9% DV
Fat
0.8g
· 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 63% · Protein 26% · Fat 11%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 63 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.8 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.13 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 113 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.8 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% |
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) | 250 g | 63 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 300 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 330 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 bottle (extra large) | 500 g | 125 kcal |
Calculated from 25 calories per 100 g.
A fruit-free green smoothie is commonly made with leafy greens such as spinach or kale, plus cucumber, celery, herbs, and water. You can adjust the amounts for a thinner or thicker drink. It has a more savory, grassy flavor than a fruit-based smoothie.
Blend leafy greens with cucumber or celery and enough water to reach the texture you like. Start with a small amount of liquid, then add more as needed. Blend until smooth and drink soon after making it for the freshest flavor.
Yes, a fruit-free green smoothie can taste fresh and balanced without fruit, but it will not have the sweetness of a fruit smoothie. Cucumber, mint, or basil can soften the grassy flavor. Use fewer strongly flavored greens if you prefer a milder drink.
A fruit-free green smoothie is best shortly after blending, when its color and flavor are freshest. If you need to store it, keep it covered in the refrigerator and aim to drink it the same day. Shake or stir it before serving, since it may separate.
Yes, you can freeze a fruit-free green smoothie in an airtight, freezer-safe container, leaving space for expansion. Thaw it in the refrigerator and blend or shake it again before drinking, since freezing can change its texture and cause the ingredients to separate.
A fruit-free green smoothie does not cause weight loss by itself. Replacing a sugary drink with one may help reduce overall energy intake, but it may not keep you full as a meal. Pair it with a filling food if you plan to use it at mealtime.
Yes, frozen spinach works in a fruit-free green smoothie and can make it colder and thicker. Blend it with enough liquid to keep the mixture moving. If the spinach is frozen in a block, break it into smaller pieces first for a smoother result.
A fruit-free green smoothie can taste bitter when it contains too much kale, parsley, celery leaf, or older greens. Use fresh greens and balance their stronger flavor with milder spinach and cucumber. Adding more water can dilute the intensity, though it will not add sweetness.
Yes, most people can drink a fruit-free green smoothie on an empty stomach. Its leafy greens and vegetables may not feel as filling as a solid breakfast, so have it alongside food if you tend to feel hungry soon afterward.
A fruit-free green smoothie separates because its water and finely blended plant material settle at different rates. This is normal and does not mean it has spoiled. Shake or stir it before drinking; blending for longer can make the texture more uniform at first.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
637.5µg · 531% DV
Vitamin A
475µg · 53% DV
Vitamin C
47.5mg · 53% DV
Folate
137.5µg · 34% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.95mg · 41% DV
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
713mg · 21% DV
Magnesium
88mg · 21% DV
Sodium
113mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 63 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 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.
Fruit-free green smoothie blends leafy greens such as spinach or kale with water or another liquid, without fruit. Recipes often add cucumber or herbs for freshness, while lemon can bring a little sharpness; the exact mix is easy to adjust.
Its flavour is grassy and savoury rather than sweet, and its texture can range from light to thick depending on how much liquid you use. It works as a quick breakfast drink or an afternoon refreshment, served chilled in a glass. It provides fibre and vitamin K and is low in calories, at about 25 calories per 100 g. Pair it with toast or eggs if you want a more substantial breakfast, or blend in extra water for a lighter drink.
Very 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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.05g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.33g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.