Banana and Ginger Wake Up Call Smoothie
Start your morning on a vibrant note with the Banana and Ginger Wake Up Call Smoothie—a refreshing, energizing blend packed with natural sweetness and a zesty hint of spice. This quick and easy smoothie combines the creamy richness of a ripe banana with the invigorating warmth of fresh ginger, balanced perfectly by the tang of orange juice and the protein-packed creaminess of Greek yogurt. A touch of raw honey and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon elevate the flavors, while ice cubes add a refreshing chill. Perfect for busy mornings, this nutrient-packed smoothie can be prepared in just 5 minutes, delivering a burst of vitamins, antioxidants, and bold flavors to fuel your day. Whether you're looking for a healthy breakfast option or a mid-morning pick-me-up, this smoothie is the ideal blend of simplicity and taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece ripe banana
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger
- 1 cup orange juice
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon raw honey
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 6 cubes ice cubes
Instructions
Peel the ripe banana and cut it into chunks for easy blending.
Peel the fresh ginger and finely grate it, or chop it into small pieces if preferred.
In a blender, combine the banana chunks, grated ginger, orange juice, Greek yogurt, raw honey, and ground cinnamon.
Add the ice cubes to the blender for a chilled and creamy texture.
Blend all the ingredients on high until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides if necessary.
Taste the smoothie and add more honey if extra sweetness is desired.
Pour the smoothie into a glass and serve immediately for the freshest flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
387 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 42 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.3 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.9 g | ||
| Protein | 11.5 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 1044 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
