Cucumber and Dill Smoothie
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
– 1 medium cucumber, peeled and chopped
– 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
– 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 tablespoon chia seeds
– Pinch of salt
– Ice cubes, as needed 
Instructions:
1. Start by preparing your ingredients. Peel and chop the cucumber into small pieces.
2. In a blender, combine the chopped cucumber, unsweetened almond milk, fresh dill, lemon juice, chia seeds, and a pinch of salt.
3. Add ice cubes to the blender based on your desired thickness and chill.
4. Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy.
5. Pour the smoothie into a glass and serve immediately, garnishing with a sprinkle of dill if desired.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
– Calories: 70
– Protein: 3 g
– Fat: 4 g
– Carbohydrates: 6 g
– Fiber: 3 g
– Sugars: 1 g
Micronutrients:
– Vitamin C: 10% of the Daily Value
– Vitamin K: 25% of the Daily Value
– Calcium: 15% of the Daily Value
– Magnesium: 10% of the Daily Value
– Potassium: 12% of the Daily Value
This refreshing cucumber and dill smoothie is a wonderful breakfast choice for those managing diabetes due to its low carbohydrate and sugar content, while still providing essential nutrients for a healthy start to the day.
