Peach Smoothie Recipe
I love this fresh peach smoothie recipe which I make in August when our two peach trees are loaded with peaches. It can be made with frozen or fresh peaches because most of the year they just aren't available even if you have a peach tree in your yard! It's not only low glycemic but it's also one of the diet smoothies with low calories so it's perfect for your daily healthy eating plan. You can't imagine how good it tastes when made with fresh fruit! Even if it's just the orange, which IS easier to find year round, getting it fresh makes a big difference in flavor. This is one of our printable low glycemic index recipes.
Blend on high until very smooth. Serves 1 233 calories (add 20 calories for nectarines and 40 more calories if you are using cow's milk) Now you have a delicious snack that is low glycemic, low calorie, very nutritious AND filling. This peach smoothie recipe can be a meal replacement when you add some whey protein powder. If you're having it for breakfast just add 1 slice of sprouted grain toast with a little butter or better yet peanut butter for a complete healthy meal. Peaches are a good source of vitamin A and fiber and they have a little vitamin C and potassium. Nectarines, which can also be used in this recipe are even more nutritious and usually a little sweeter than peaches. We also have 1 nectarine tree and they are incredibly sweet when you can get them vine ripened. They have even more beta carotene and potassium and a moderate amount of vitamin C. Wash them thoroughly and cut them away from the pit and add them to the blender skins and all. The skins contribute insoluble fiber which can help to prevent constipation.
Beta carotene converts to vitamin A and is a terrific antioxidant. One medium sized nectarine has 800 IU of vitamin A which is 20% of our daily requirement according to the RDA (Recommended DIetary Allowance.) Nectarines are also high in pectin which helps to lower cholesterol. Peaches have less vitamin A but they do have some. It's so great if you can find a farmer's market because getting fruits and vegetables that have been ripened ensures that you will get all the nutrients. Not to mention the flavor difference is immense. Both peaches and nectarines are a low calorie source of antioxidants. If you are lucky enough to have a farmer's market or orchard nearby and can get them vine ripened you can buy them a little soft and ripe. Stone fruit especially needs to be eaten after all the sugar comes in. They will have all their nutrients and will be sweet and good. If you have to buy them hard you can ripen them in a paper bag at room temperature. Once they are ripe refrigerate them where they will last for 2 or 3 days.
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