Being a great low-glycemic fruit, strawberries which is blended into smoothie makes a wonderful filling breakfast or brunch substitute for diabetics. Omit sweetener or ice-cream to this diabetic smoothie. If you prefer a thicker consistency, just increase a bit of no-fat milk and low-fat yogurt into this healthy low carb diet. The addition of low-fat strawberry y0gurt infuses a light sweetness to this great tasting natural smoothie. Carbs in smoothie have a slow effect on blood glucose levels and it’s beneficial to diabetics.
Strawberry Smoothie Recipe | Easy Low-GI Diabetic Breakfast
preparation time 10 minutes
serves 4
Ingredients :
200g low-fat frozen strawberry yogurt
250g strawberries
1 liter (4 cups) no-fat milk
Method :
- Soften yogurt slightly, cut into pieces. Hull strawberries, cut each in half.
- Blend or process ingredients, in batches, until smooth.
Nutritional facts per serving :
783kJ (187 cal); 3.5g total fat (2.3g saturated fat); 27g carbohydrate; 1.4g fiber; low GI
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