V 8 Juicy Smoothie
Elevate your smoothie game with the vibrant and nutrient-packed V8 Juicy Smoothie! This quick and easy recipe combines the savory depth of V8 vegetable juice with the natural sweetness of frozen strawberries, mango chunks, and banana for a flavor profile that’s perfectly balanced. Packed with baby spinach for a sneaky dose of greens, it’s blended to creamy perfection with unsweetened almond milk and ice cubes, creating a refreshing treat that’s rich in vitamins and antioxidants. Ready in just 5 minutes, this smoothie is perfect for busy mornings or post-workout refueling. Customize the sweetness with a touch of honey, and serve garnished with fresh fruit or chia seeds for an added burst of texture. Treat yourself to this wholesome, energizing drink that’s as delicious as it is nutritious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup V8 vegetable juice
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 cup frozen mango chunks
- 1 handful baby spinach
- 1 large banana
- 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 4 pieces ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
Instructions
Prepare all your ingredients by measuring them out and ensuring the fruits are frozen for optimal creaminess.
In a blender, pour the V8 vegetable juice and unsweetened almond milk first to facilitate blending.
Add the frozen strawberries, frozen mango chunks, and baby spinach to the blender.
Peel and break the banana into smaller pieces, then add them to the blender.
Top with ice cubes and honey, if using, to taste.
Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes or until the smoothie achieves a creamy and uniform consistency.
Taste and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more honey. Blend briefly again if you make any adjustments.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses, garnish with a strawberry slice or a sprinkle of chia seeds if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
425 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.6 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 742 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.6 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.0 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 316 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1580 mg | 34% | |
*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.
