Healthy Recipes Lifestyle Diets Anti-Inflammatory Anti-Inflammatory Strawberry–Passion Fruit Green Smoothie 4.0 (3) 3 Reviews This anti-inflammatory smoothie draws its bright tropical flavor from frozen passion fruit pieces available in the frozen fruit section of well-stocked supermarkets or natural-foods stores. To make this with fresh passion fruit, you’ll need 4 medium-size ripe purple passion fruits. Cut the fruits in half crosswise, gently scoop out the jelly-coated seeds, place in a blender (discarding shells) and puree until smooth. Freeze the puree in an ice cube tray before blending into the smoothie. If you can’t find passion fruit at all, substitute frozen pineapple. By Julia Levy Julia Levy Julia Levy has been working in recipe publishing for almost a decade, but testing recipes for as long as she's been able to wield a spoon. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on May 23, 2024 Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Close Credit: Photographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling Active Time: 5 mins Total Time: 5 mins Servings: 1 Nutrition Profile: No Added Sugar Anti-Inflammatory Sesame-Free Dairy-Free Healthy Pregnancy Soy-Free High-Fiber Heart-Healthy Vegan Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts Photographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 2 cups packed baby spinach 1 cup hulled fresh strawberries 1/3 cup frozen unsweetened seedless passion fruit (about 15 pieces; such as Pitaya Foods) 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk beverage 1 tablespoon hemp seeds 1 tablespoon salted roasted pistachios or pistachio butter Directions Place spinach, strawberries, passion fruit, coconut milk, hemp seeds and pistachios (or pistachio butter) in a blender. Process until smooth, about 30 seconds. Pour into a glass and serve immediately. Photographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling Frequently Asked Questions What makes this smoothie anti-inflammatory? Anything plant-based tends to be anti-inflammatory—which is everything in this smoothie. This is mostly due to the antioxidants these fruits and vegetables provide. For example, strawberries contain antioxidants like flavonoids and phenolic acids, which may reduce chronic inflammation. Altogether, they also add a ton of nutrients, including complex carbohydrates, fiber, healthy fats, plant protein, vitamins and minerals. Can I make Strawberry–Passion Fruit Green Smoothie ahead of time? Absolutely. Like most smoothies, you can prepare it up to two days ahead, but know it’s truly at its peak flavor-wise right when you make it. One key factor to keeping your smoothie fresh and flavorful is to store it in the refrigerator in an airtight container. What else can I do with hemp seeds? In addition to smoothies, hemp seeds can be added to baked goods such as muffins, cookies and quick breads. They are the perfect addition to granola bars and trail mix, and they can also be used as a substitute for walnuts or pine nuts in recipes. You can toast hemp seeds in a dry skillet, elevating their already nutty flavor and providing a bit of crunch, if you wish before using them as a topping. Hemp seeds can be sprinkled over hot and cold breakfast cereals, pasta and salads, dips, yogurt and pudding. Additional reporting by Carrie Myers, M.S. and Linda Frahm EatingWell.com, May 2024 Save Rate Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 218 Calories 12g Fat 26g Carbs 8g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 1 Serving Size about 1 1/2 cups Calories 218 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 26g 9% Dietary Fiber 7g 25% Total Sugars 15g Added Sugars 0g 0% Protein 8g 17% Total Fat 12g 15% Saturated Fat 3g 16% Cholesterol 0mg 0% Vitamin A 295µg Vitamin C 137mg 152% Vitamin D 0µg Vitamin E 2mg 15% Folate 186µg Vitamin K 296µg Sodium 89mg 4% Calcium 115mg 9% Iron 4mg 23% Magnesium 161mg 38% Potassium 922mg 20% Zinc 2mg 17% Vitamin B12 0µg Omega 3 1g Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.