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Refreshing, low-calorie smoothie with vitamin C
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Green apple cucumber smoothie (240 g) has 91 calories. That works out to 38 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.8 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 22.8 µg of Vitamin K covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 38 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
91
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
21.8g
· 8% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 91% · Protein 4% · Fat 5%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 91 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.07 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 21.8 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 1 g | 2% |
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 | 91 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 114 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 320 g | 122 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 125 kcal |
Calculated from 38 calories per 100 g.
Blend a cored green apple and chopped cucumber with a little cold water until smooth. Add more water to thin it, or ice for a colder drink. Taste before adding anything sweet, since the apple already contributes sweetness.
A green apple cucumber smoothie does not cause weight loss by itself. Made without added sugar, it can be a light drink, but replacing a filling meal with it may leave you hungry because it is low in protein.
No, peeling the cucumber is optional for a green apple cucumber smoothie. Wash it well and blend it with the skin for a more pronounced cucumber flavor; peel it if you prefer a milder taste or smoother texture.
Yes, you can make a green apple cucumber smoothie ahead, but it tastes freshest soon after blending. Store it in a sealed container in the refrigerator and shake it before drinking, as the ingredients may separate and the apple may darken.
Lime or lemon juice, fresh mint, and a small piece of ginger all pair well with a green apple cucumber smoothie. Add one at a time and taste as you go so the cucumber and apple flavors remain noticeable.
A green apple cucumber smoothie contains naturally occurring sugars from the apple, even without added sweeteners. Skip honey, syrup, or juice if you want to avoid making it sweeter, and remember that blending does not remove the fruit's sugars.
A green apple cucumber smoothie keeps the blended pulp, while strained juice removes much of it. Choose the smoothie if you prefer a thicker drink with the ingredients’ fiber; choose juice for a thinner texture.
Yes, chopped cucumber can be frozen for a green apple cucumber smoothie. Freeze the pieces in a single layer first, then blend them straight from frozen with the apple and a little liquid for a colder, thicker drink.
No, you do not need to remove the green apple skin for a green apple cucumber smoothie. Wash the apple, remove its core and seeds, and blend the rest; peeling it is mainly a choice about texture.
A green apple cucumber smoothie is usually too low in protein to make a filling breakfast on its own. Pair it with a protein-rich food, such as eggs or yogurt, if you want a more substantial morning meal.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
22.8µg · 19% DV
Vitamin C
10.08mg · 11% DV
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
288mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
31mg · 4% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 91 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.
Green apple cucumber smoothie blends green apple and cucumber into a cool, lightly tangy drink. It is a simple combination rather than a dish tied to one particular region, and recipes may include a little water to loosen the texture. The apple brings gentle tartness and fruitiness, while cucumber keeps the flavour fresh and mild; the result can be sipped or served thicker, depending on how it is blended.
It works well at breakfast, as a snack, or as a cooling drink alongside a light meal. At 38 calories per 100 g, it is a low-calorie option, though it is not especially filling on its own. For a more substantial smoothie, blend in plain yogurt; otherwise, enjoy it without added sugar to let the fruit’s natural tartness come through.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.07g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.