Gingered Apple Acorn Smoothie
The Gingered Apple Acorn Smoothie is a luscious blend of cozy fall flavors and vibrant, nutritious ingredients. This creamy smoothie combines the natural sweetness of roasted acorn squash, crisp apples, and frozen bananas with a hint of fresh ginger for a warming zing. Almond milk and optional Greek yogurt add velvety smoothness, while maple syrup and a dusting of cinnamon enhance its seasonal charm. Perfect for a quick breakfast or an energizing snack, this smoothie is packed with vitamins, fiber, and a touch of spice. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s a unique and wholesome way to savor autumn in a glass!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup acorn squash (cooked and mashed)
- 1 medium apple (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 1 medium banana (frozen)
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (optional for extra creaminess)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or honey, to taste)
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
If not already prepared, roast an acorn squash by cutting it in half, removing the seeds, and baking at 400°F (200°C) for about 45 minutes until tender. Let it cool, then scoop out the flesh and mash it. Measure 1 cup of mashed squash.
Peel, core, and dice the apple.
Add the acorn squash, diced apple, frozen banana, grated ginger, almond milk, Greek yogurt (if using), and maple syrup to a high-speed blender.
Sprinkle in the ground cinnamon and add the ice cubes.
Blend on high until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or spice as desired by adding more maple syrup or ginger.
Pour into two serving glasses and garnish with a dash of cinnamon or a thin apple slice if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
246 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 155 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.4 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 475 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 948 mg | 20% | |
*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.
