Description
Creamy banana lemon ginger smoothie blends tropical flavors with zesty punch, creating a refreshing morning wellness drink. Sweet, tangy ingredients combine seamlessly, delivering nutrients you’ll savor with each delightful sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Ingredients:
- 1 banana
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) almond milk (or preferred milk)
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
Optional Sweeteners and Texture Modifiers:
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Peel and slice the ripe banana into chunks to ensure smooth blending and optimal texture.
- Transfer banana pieces into the blender, creating a solid base for the smoothie.
- Pour almond milk into the blender, providing a creamy liquid foundation for the mixture.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice directly over the ingredients to add bright, tangy notes and prevent banana browning.
- Grate fresh ginger root using a microplane or fine grater to release intense, spicy flavors throughout the smoothie.
- Sprinkle ground turmeric into the blender, introducing warm, earthy undertones and potential health benefits.
- Optional: Drizzle honey or maple syrup for enhanced sweetness, adjusting to personal taste preference.
- Secure blender lid and pulse ingredients for 15-20 seconds, then blend continuously for 30-45 seconds until completely smooth and uniform.
- Assess consistency and temperature; if desired, add a few ice cubes and blend an additional 10-15 seconds for a chillier drink.
- Pour the vibrant smoothie into a tall glass, serving immediately to preserve maximum nutritional value and refreshing quality.
Notes
- Choose ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and easier blending.
- Freshly grated ginger provides a more vibrant and zesty flavor compared to powdered ginger.
- Adjust the amount of honey or maple syrup based on the banana’s natural sweetness and your personal taste preference.
- For a dairy-free and vegan version, stick with almond milk and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg