A smoothie is a thick, creamy beverage usually made by blending fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients. We made three different types of smoothies: apple smoothie, berry smoothie, and green palak smoothie, using low-glycemic ingredients like Diabexy Sugar, a healthy substitute for refined sugar, making them the best smoothie for diabetics.
Smoothies likely originated in Japan in the 1930s when fruit-based drinks became popular. They gained global popularity due to the health food movement. The taste of a smoothie can be sweet, tangy, or savory, depending on the ingredients you use. Apple smoothies can be crispy and refreshing, berry smoothies are refreshing, sweet-tart, and bursting with flavor, and green palak smoothies have a mildly sweet and slightly earthy taste. Smoothies are easy to make at home in 5 to 10 minutes.
Here, we are sharing three easy and diabetic-friendly smoothie recipes using low glycemic load and wholesome ingredients. These recipes are perfect for those who prioritize their health without compromising on taste.
Recipe 1: How to Make Apple Smoothie
Ingredients
- 50g Chopped Apple
- 15g Almonds
- 15g Walnuts
- 70ml Almond milk
- ¼ Nutmeg Powder
Step-by-Step Guide with Pictures
- Take 50g chopped Apple in the grinder.
- Then add 15g of almonds and 15g of walnuts.
- Next, add 70ml of Almond milk.
- Grind all the ingredients.
- Take it out and put it in the bowl.
- Then, add ¼ tsp Nutmeg Powder and apple slices for garnishing. (Optional)
The glycemic load is 3.5 for the Apple smoothie.
Recipe 2: How to Make Blueberry Smoothie
Ingredients
- 20g Blueberry
- 50g Strawberry
- 70ml Almond Milk
- ½ tsp Diabexy sugar
Step-by-Step Guide with Pictures
- Take 20g of blueberry in the grinder.
- Then, add 50g of Strawberry and 70ml of Almond Milk.
- Grind all the ingredients.
- Mix ½ tsp of Diabexy Sugar.
- Takeout and put in the bowl.
- Add 3-4 strawberry slices for garnishing. (optional)
The glycemic load is 5.5 for the BlueBerry smoothie.
Recipe 3: How to Make Green Palak Smoothie
Ingredients
- 20g Apple
- 20g Spinach (Palak)
- 10g NutroActive flax seeds
- 10g NutroActive chia seeds
- 20g Curd
- 70ml Almond milk
- 20g Chopped pineapple
- ½ tsp Diabexy sugar
Step-by-Step Guide with Pictures
- Take chopped 20g of chopped pineapple in the grinder.
- Then, add 20g of apple and 20g of spinach.
- Next, add 10g of NutroActive flax seed, 10g of NutroActive chia seeds, and 20g of curd.
- Add 70ml of Almond milk and ½ tsp Diabexy sugar.
- Grind all the ingredients.
- Takeout and put in the bowl.
The glycemic load is 3.5 for the BlueBerry smoothie.
These smoothies are healthy and diabetic-friendly because they use low-glycemic ingredients like Diabexy Sugar. These ingredients help maintain stable blood sugar levels, making them suitable for people with diabetes. The apple smoothie, berry smoothie, and green palak smoothie are crafted to be the best smoothies for diabetics. Additionally, the use of almond milk and nutrient-dense fruits and vegetables ensures that these smoothies provide essential nutrients without causing blood sugar spikes, reinforcing their status as excellent smoothies for diabetics.
