 Refreshing, cool, and slightly sweet, this smoothie will win you over. With just 15 grams of carbohydrates, and 15 grams of protein, this smoothie makes an excellent snack for someone with diabetes. To make it a meal, consider adding half of a ripe banana, and 1-2 Tablespoons of nut/seed butter (such as peanut butter or sun butter)



 

    Serves: 1 servings    Total Time:  5 minutes Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes  

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## Ingredients

[Substitution Guide](/nourishing-our-community/teaching-kitchen/substitution-guide)

 Greek\_Yogurt - ½ cup plain, low-fat, plain Berries - ½ cup, frozen (raspberries, blueberries, blackberries) Spinach - 2 Tablespoons frozen, or ¼ cup fresh  Water - ¼ cup Stevia - 1 pinch, or 1 squeeze liquid stevia (optional) Mint - 2-4 sprigs (optional) 

## Instructions

Step 1

Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Drink right away. 

 

### Notes

Stevia is much sweeter than sugar, but it does not have any carbohydrates. A little bit goes a long way.

## Nutrition Information

  Calories: 140 Calories Fat: 2.5 Saturated Fat: 1.5 Carbohydrates: Net Carb: 15 Dietary Fiber: 2.5 Protein: 15 Sodium: 80  

## Dietary Restrictions

 Diabetes Friendly