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    Published: Feb 8, 2023 by Slow The Cook Down

    Celery, Cucumber and Apple Smoothie

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    Light and refreshing, this healthy celery, cucumber and apple smoothie is a delicious way to get the goodness in! Low in fat and calories, this green smoothie recipe is perfect for a midday snack. Made with almond milk and Greek yogurt, it's nice and creamy, and the fresh fruits and vegetables add sweetness and flavor.

    A celery cucumber apple smoothie poured into a tall glass with a straw.

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    Smoothies have been a constant in my daily life for several years now, whether I enjoy and oat based smoothie for breakfast, or grab a lighter one for a healthy and filling afternoon snack later in the day. They take minutes to make, and are a great way to get in your fresh veggies and fruits in!

    This celery, cucumber and apple smoothie is wonderfully light and refreshing, and perfect for a snack. Made with no added sugar and under 140 calories, this easy to make drink will give you the energy to face the rest of the day. It's perfect to enjoy post or pre workout to give you a needed boost.

    Be sure to try my Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie and Raspberry Banana Smoothie too!

    Why you will love this recipe!

    • Quick and easy: Just add everything to a blender and blend til smooth. It's ready to enjoy in minutes.
    • Easy to adapt: Smoothies are easy to adapt to your tastes or dietary needs, and they are a great way of using up fresh fruits and veggies you have in your freezer!
    • Dietary info: This celery, cucumber and apple smoothie is vegetarian, and easy to make dairy-free and vegan. It contains a host of vitamins and minerals from the fruit and veggies, as well as protein and fiber.
    A smoothie poured in two short glasses next to a piece of cucumber and a celery stalk.

    Ingredients

    • Celery: Remove the thickest strings from the celery stalks and give them a good wash before placing in the blender.
    • Cucumber: I prefer to peel the cucumber before blending for an extra smooth drink, but you can skip peeling it if you like.
    • Apple: Like the cucumber, I prefer to peel the apple. Any apple will work well, I used a Fuji apple that is nice and sweet.
    • Yogurt: Use a 0% fat Greek yogurt for a boost of protein. I used a vanilla yogurt to add a touch of sweetness, but plain works great too.
    • Almond Milk: I prefer to use a plant-based milk when making smoothies as they are lower in fat and calories. Use un unsweetened one, and either plain or vanilla.

    How to make a cucumber, celery and apple smoothie

    Be sure to scroll down for the full recipe!

    • Place all of the ingredient into a blender (photo 1).
    • Blend til smooth (photo 2).
    Two photos to show the ingredients before and after blending.

    Recipe Variations

    The thing I love about smoothies is that they are so easy to adapt to suit your tastes. You can easily make this more of a breakfast smoothie by adding in some oats, or make it sweeter by adding in other fruits. Any of these add ins will work great with this celery, cucumber and apple smoothie:

    • Chia seeds
    • Frozen banana (will make it extra creamy and sweeter!)
    • Frozen mango
    • Oats
    • Maple syrup or honey (for sweetness)
    • Pineapple
    • Spinach (for extra anti-oxidants!)

    To make this smoothie vegan and dairy-free, simply swap the Greek yogurt for a plant-based alternative.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Are smoothies a good way to lose weight?

    Just like most foods out there, smoothies can be super healthy....or not, and a lot of smoothies can be high in calories due to the natural sugars in fruits. This smoothie is on the lighter side as there are more veggies than fruit.

    I always use plant-based milk like almond or oat as they are lower in calories and fats compared to dairy milk (though dairy will make your smoothie extra creamy!), and I rarely add a sweetener like maple syrup or honey.

    Smoothies can be a great way to lose or maintain weight, and all those fresh fruits and veggies are never bad. Just be careful about how you load them up.

    Are smoothies better than juices?

    I prefer homemade smoothies over juices as you don't loose any of the fiber from the ingredients when blending, you also don't need to get through as much fresh produce! Juices have their own benefits for sure, but I do prefer smoothies as they tend to fill me up more.

    What's the best blender to use for smoothies?

    I can't tell a lie, since getting my Ninja blender, making smoothies has been so much easier! It has a high speed setting, which means that you get a super smooth drink every time, and the sides don't need scraping down between blends.

    I find that blending on low speed for 30 seconds, then high speed for around 45 seconds, gets perfect results.

    A smoothie in a glass next to pieces of cucumber and celery.

    Make Ahead and Storage

    Smoothies are best enjoyed as soon as they are made. Once the ingredients are blended together, they start to oxidize and slowly lose vitamins and minerals, as well as taste.

    If you can't drink it right away, cover the glass with plastic wrap and store in the fridge. It will keep well for up to 24 hours. You can totally make one in the morning and enjoy it later that day for a pick me up.

    Recipe Notes and Tips

    • For best results use a high speed blender. It may take slightly longer to get smooth in a regular blender.
    • I prefer to peel the apple and cucumber, but you can add them in without peeling.
    • This smoothie isn't overly sweet. You can make it sweeter by adding in a little honey or maple syrup if you like.
    • To reduce sugar content, use a plain 0% Greek yogurt, rather than vanilla.
    A celery cucumber and apple smoothie in a glass with a metal straw.

    This celery, cucumber and apple smoothie is a wonderfully light and refreshing drink, and a super easy to get your veggies and fruits in for the day. Ready to enjoy in minutes, this is healthy eating at it's most convenient!

    More Smoothie Recipes

    • Mango Spinach Smoothie
    • Coffee Smoothie with Banana and Oats
    • Anti Inflammatory Smoothie
    • Easy Beet Smoothie

    I love hearing from you!! If you have tried this celery, cucumber and apple smoothie, be sure to scroll down, give them a star rating and let me know what you thought!

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    A smoothie in a glass next to pieces of cucumber and celery.

    Celery, Cucumber and Apple Smoothie

    Light and refreshing, this healthy celery, cucumber and apple smoothie is a delicious way to get the goodness in! Low in fat and calories, this green smoothie recipe is perfect for a midday snack.
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 2 drinks
    Calories: 136kcal
    Author: Slow The Cook Down

    Equipment

    • High Speed Blender

    Ingredients

    • ⅓ English cucumber
    • 2 celery stalks
    • 1 apple
    • ½ cup vanilla Greek yogurt (0%)
    • 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (vanilla or plain)

    Instructions

    • Peel and roughly chop the cucumber and place in the blender.
    • Snap each end off of the celery stalks and peel off any very thick strings. Roughly chop and place in the blender.
    • Peel, core and roughly chop the apple and place in the blender.
    • Add the yogurt and milk to the blender.
    • Blend everything together, on a low speed for 30 seconds, then on high speed until smooth.

    Notes

    • For best results use a high speed blender. It may take slightly longer to get smooth in a regular blender.
    • I prefer to peel the apple and cucumber, but you can add them in without peeling.
    • This smoothie isn't overly sweet. You can make it sweeter by adding in a little honey or maple syrup if you like.
    • To reduce sugar content, use a plain 0% Greek yogurt, rather than vanilla.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 136kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 347mg | Potassium: 232mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 316mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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