6 healthy smoothie recipes under 300 calories

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Some smoothies contain more calories than what we eat. While they can be an easy way to eat more fruit or veggies, it can pack on a lot of calories too. If you're watching your weight but want a low-calorie alternative than your orders at the local smoothie bar, we have 6 recipes for you.

1.) Low-calorie chocolate almond smoothie

This recipe from Pop Sugar is literally just four ingredients. It's made up of unsweetened vanilla almond milk, chocolate protein powder, almonds and ice cubes. This smoothie is only 153 calories per serving and is rich in calcium and vitamin A.

2.) Sleep strawberry cheesecake smoothie

This recipe from Healthful Pursuit is a little unique because you enjoy it with a spoon and a bowl instead of the usual cup and straw. It is only 224 calories per serving and is dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, soy-free, sugar-free and vegan. The secret to having a decadent bowl of this recipe is to soak chia and oats with strawberries and lemon juice overnight before you blend them in the morning.

3.) Pumpkin smoothie

This one is perfect for the season, according to Emily Bites. Each recipe yields 2 and is 179 calories per serving. This is something that you can whip in a flash for two.

4.) Better than a shake - green smoothie

If you've been meaning to add greens in your diet but haven't had the time to do so, this recipe from the Skinny Ms is a good opportunity to do so. It is made with kale, avocado, ginger root, grapes and banana. Each serving is only 118 calories, so drink up!

5.) Creamy mango, avocado & lime smoothie

This recipe from Cooking Light is only 191 calories per serving. It is a straightforward recipe that includes avocadoes, mangoes, lime juice, fresh mint, honey and ice. So if you're looking for something refreshing, thirst-quenching, decadent and healthy, this is the one you should be drinking.

6.) Kale spinach and apple smoothie

There have been raves that kale goes well with fruits and vegetables. This recipe from Slender Kitchen does exactly that. Each serving is 300 calories and this smoothie is super easy to prepare. It is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and an ideal drink for both kids and adults alike. The blog mentione that this is also freezer-friendly, so if you're ever going to an early morning meeting, you can whip up a batch of this and grab this in the morning as you go.

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