Soy Good Smoothie

Looking for a healthy, low-carb alternative to commercially prepared smoothies? Five minutes and six ingredients is all it takes to have this refreshing summer sipper in hand!

Learn more about smoothies in “Are Smoothies Good for Diabetics?”[1]

Endnotes:

“Are Smoothies Good for Diabetics?”: https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/healthy-living/nutrition-exercise/are-smoothies-good-for-diabetics/

Source URL: https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/beverages/soy-good-smoothie/

Preparation time: 5 minutes.

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsweetened, calcium-fortified vanilla soy milk
1/2 cup silken tofu (about 4 ounces)
1/2 cup frozen strawberries, unthawed
1/2 small (6-inch) banana
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Artificial sweetener to taste

Directions

Place all ingredients in a blender, cover, and blend on high until smooth and creamy. Serve immediately.

Yield: 1 1/2 cups. Serving size: 3/4 cup.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 91, Carbohydrates: 11 g, Protein: 5 g, Fat: 3 g, Saturated Fat: <1 g, Sodium: 12 mg, Fiber: 2 g

Exchanges per serving: 1/2 reduced-fat milk, 1/2 fruit. Carbohydrate choices: 1.

Tami Ross is a Diabetes Nutrition Specialist and Certified Diabetes Educator in Lexington, Kentucky.