Diabetic Breakfast Drink
Kick-start your morning with this refreshing and nutrient-packed Diabetic Breakfast Drink, a creamy smoothie crafted for flavor and balance without spiking blood sugar. This quick and easy 5-minute recipe features unsweetened almond milk and non-fat Greek yogurt for a rich, protein-filled base, paired with vibrant spinach and antioxidant-rich frozen mixed berries for a boost of vitamins and fiber. Chia seeds add a dose of heart-healthy omega-3s, while a splash of vanilla extract enhances the natural sweetness. With optional stevia as a low-calorie sweetener, this diabetes-friendly smoothie is both satisfying and wholesome. Perfect for busy mornings, it blends together in seconds and delivers a deliciously creamy start to your day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (plain, non-fat)
- 1 cup Spinach (fresh)
- 0.5 cup Frozen mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
- 1 tablespoon Chia seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 packet Stevia (optional, for sweetness)
- 3 pieces Ice cubes
Instructions
Gather all the ingredients and set up your blender.
Add the almond milk, Greek yogurt, and fresh spinach to the blender first. This will help ensure the leafy greens blend well.
Add the frozen mixed berries, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and stevia (if using) on top of the liquid ingredients.
Place the ice cubes into the blender last.
Blend the mixture on high speed for 30–60 seconds or until completely smooth and creamy.
Taste the smoothie. If additional sweetness is desired, you may add another packet of stevia and briefly blend again.
Pour the drink into a glass and serve immediately. Stir and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
241 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.7 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 220 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 18.5 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 654 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 592 mg | 13% | |
*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.
