Best Smoothies Under 300 Calories
It’s a sad day when you have to question the calorie count in your smoothie, a seemingly healthy drink. Unfortunately, these popular gulps can be laden with calories and more than their fair share of sugar. Smoothie King's "The Hulk Strawberry" boasts 964 calories and 125 grams of sugar!
How can you make sure you're not sipping your way to weight gain? It’s so important to consider ingredients when choosing the perfect blended drink or mid-afternoon snack.
It goes without saying that the best option for a fruit smoothie is one that you make yourself, but we don’t always have enough time in the day. So if you’ve got to buy your smoothie, go with one of the low-calorie, nutrition-packed options below!
Jamba Juice:
The trick here is to “make it light”. Stick with the lighter options and be sure to ask what the smoothie you are ordering is composed of. You want fruit-based products -- no concentrate or sugary substitutes.
A great option at Jamba is the Strawberry Wild. Its all natural ingredients keep it just under 300 calories (and help it make our list, too!).
Smoothie King
If you’re stopping by Smoothie King remember to “make it skinny” and give the Slim-N-Trim Strawberry a try. This smoothie is packed with banana and strawberry and a filling protein powder.
Starbucks
Surprised? The uber-popular coffee shop does smoothies, too. For those that aren't in the mood for a java jolt or perhaps just haven’t eaten all day, the Starbucks on the corner can provide refreshing relief.
Try the Orange Mango Smoothie made with real fruit juice, bananas and some added protein and fiber. You can get a 16oz (Grande) serving for under 300 calories and you’ll be getting a generous serving of both protein and fiber.
DIY It:
This peanut butter banana smoothie is heavenly to sip and easy to whip up in the comfort of your home. Not only will this filling treat keep you full longer than a sugary alternative, but it will also satisfy any cravings for something sweet.
If you’re in the heat of the spring or summer and looking for something refreshing but not quite a smoothie, give this thirst-quenching watermelon drink a try; a refreshing fruit-water cocktail sans the alcohol will hydrate your body and also supply you with a boost of vitamins A and C.
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