Description
A nutritious and energizing Morning Glory Power Smoothie packed with fruits, nuts, seeds, and superfoods to kickstart your day with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 small carrot, rough chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 cup coconut water or orange juice
- 1 fresh or frozen banana
- 1-2 dates, pitted
- 2 tablespoons raw walnuts or cashews, soaked overnight in water
- 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
- 1 teaspoon maca powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 -2 cups coconut or almond milk
Instructions
- Blend Carrot Base: In a blender, combine the carrot, turmeric, and coconut water or orange juice. Blend until completely smooth with no chunks remaining. Add water if needed to thin the mixture. Pour this carrot-turmeric base into a tall glass.
- Prepare Smoothie Blend: Rinse the blender to remove any residue. Combine the banana, dates, soaked nuts, hemp seeds, maca powder, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and coconut or almond milk. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding additional milk if necessary to reach your preferred consistency.
- Assemble and Serve: Pour the creamy banana mixture over the carrot base in the glass. Stir gently to create a swirl effect. Serve immediately and enjoy this power-packed morning smoothie.
Notes
- Soaking nuts overnight improves digestibility and softens them for a smoother blend.
- Use coconut water for a lighter taste or orange juice for added sweetness and vitamin C.
- Adjust milk quantity to achieve your ideal smoothie thickness.
- This smoothie is perfect for a quick, nutritious breakfast or a revitalizing snack anytime.
- Make sure to blend the carrot with liquid thoroughly to avoid any chunks in the final smoothie.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 1159 kcal
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 333 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 51 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
