Cholesterol Remedy
Boost your heart health with this quick and delicious "Cholesterol Remedy" smoothie, a nutrient-packed blend designed to support healthy cholesterol levels naturally. This recipe combines powerhouse ingredients like fiber-rich oats, spinach, and frozen mixed berries with heart-healthy avocado, chia seeds, and ground flaxseeds. With just 5 minutes of prep time, this cholesterol-lowering smoothie is a breeze to make and perfectly creamy thanks to unsweetened almond milk and a squeeze of zesty lemon juice for a refreshing kick. Optional honey adds a hint of sweetness, making it an irresistible addition to your morning routine or a midday pick-me-up. Enjoy this vibrant smoothie as a cholesterol-friendly breakfast or snack that’s as satisfying as it is nutritious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons oats
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries
- 0.5 piece avocado
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseeds
- 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
Instructions
Add the oats and chia seeds to a blender and pulse until finely ground into a powder-like consistency.
Add the spinach, frozen mixed berries, avocado, ground flaxseeds, and almond milk to the blender.
Squeeze in the fresh lemon juice and, if desired, add a teaspoon of honey for a touch of sweetness.
Blend on high for 1-2 minutes or until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Stop to scrape down the sides of the blender if necessary.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately for a refreshing and cholesterol-friendly treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
256 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.8 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 170 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.2 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 456 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 734 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
