Tame your taste buds with Almond Milk Smoothie made from almond milk, bananas and berries. This delicious dairy free drink is packed with vitamins, fiber and antioxidants thus making it a perfect meal replacer breakfast or snack. It can be eaten best after the gym or as a pick-me-up during the day for a simple and versatile dish.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 ripe banana (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1/2 cup frozen berries (e.g., blueberries or strawberries)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (Optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup ice cubes (Optional)
- Dates (Optional)
How to Make This Almond Milk Smoothie
- Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients. If using dates, it is recommended that you should soften them by soaking in warm water for 5 minutes.
- Add to Blender: Place the almond milk, banana, the mixed berries, almond butter, chia seeds, date and vanilla extract into blender. You may add ice cubes.
- Blend: Mix until true consistency, pour mixture over blender and blend at high speed until smooth and creamy.
- Adjust Consistency: If the mixture is too thick add a little almond milk and pulse it again until it reaches desired consistency.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into a glass or bowl you prefer to drink from. You can serve it with toppings of granola, sliced almonds to fulfill your texture desire.
Nutritional Breakdown
- Calories: ~100-150 kcal
- Protein: ~2-4g
- Fat: ~2-4g
- Carbohydrates: ~15-25g
- Fiber: ~2-4g
- Sugar: ~10-15g
- Calcium: ~25-30% of the daily value
- Vitamin D: ~20% of the daily value
- Vitamin E: ~40-50% of the daily value.
Tips for Perfect Blend
- Choose Unsweetened Almond Milk: When preparing your smoothie choose unsweetened almond milk because it controls sugar levels and shows off the true taste of each ingredient.
- Start with Frozen Fruits: Your smoothie will gain body and stay frozen without ice when you add frozen fruits like bananas mixed with berries and mangoes.
- Incorporate Healthy Fats: You can enhance smoothie health with nutrients from a spoonful of almond butter flaxseeds or chia seeds.
- Layer Ingredients Correctly: Start with almond milk and blend in your powders before adding soft fruits then lastly frozen fruit and ice.
FAQs:
1. Is almond milk the best choice for this smoothies?
People who avoid regular milk and want a low-calorie option should try almond milk for their smoothies. Adjust your smoothie by choosing from different milk alternatives such as oat milk, soy milk or regular milk.
2. Can I use frozen fruit in this almond milk smoothie?
Absolutely! The use of frozen fruits makes the smoothie thick and creamy, and does away with the use of ice.
3. How can I improve nutrition of this almond milk smoothie?
You can sprinkle chia seeds, flaxseeds or spinach for extra vitamins, or use unsweetened almond milk in order to avoid sugar.
4. How can I make this smoothie kid-friendly?
You can leave bananas and mangoes as naturally sweet, but for a special addition, you can add a spoon of honey or cocoa powder.
5. Can I prepare this smoothie ahead of time?
Freezing these products into separate bags lets you prepare them ahead of time. Blend the frozen ingredients then add almond milk to make your smoothie.
Conclusion:
Thanks to the availability of so many ratios and flavors, abiding by your special diet or personal preference is easy with this smoothie. Have this scrumptious delight as first thing in the morning or as a snack after a long tiring morning at the office!