Peach Smoothie with a Kick
Elevate your morning routine or afternoon pick-me-up with the vibrant and invigorating "Peach Smoothie with a Kick." This recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe, juicy peaches and creamy banana with the tangy richness of Greek yogurt and the light nuttiness of almond milk for a silky, refreshing base. The true twist comes in the form of warm, freshly grated ginger and a subtle pinch of cayenne pepper, which add an irresistible, spicy zing to each sip. Sweetened with a touch of honey and blended with ice, this chilled smoothie is packed with bold flavors and energizing ingredients. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this recipe is quick to prepare in just 10 minutes and delivers two servings of fruity, spicy perfection—ideal for starting the day or recharging after a workout. Enjoy this smoothie as a healthy snack, light breakfast, or unique dessert option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Fresh peaches
- 1 medium Banana
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
- 1 pinch Cayenne pepper
- 6 pieces Ice cubes
Instructions
Wash and peel the peaches, then slice them into manageable chunks. Discard the pits.
Peel the banana and cut it into smaller chunks for easier blending.
Grate the fresh ginger until you have around 1 teaspoon. Reserve it for later.
In a blender, add the sliced peaches, banana, Greek yogurt, almond milk, honey, and grated ginger.
Sprinkle in the pinch of cayenne pepper to add a bit of heat. Adjust the quantity depending on your spice tolerance.
Add the ice cubes to the blender to give the smoothie its chilled, frothy texture.
Blend the ingredients on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until smooth and creamy.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more honey or spice with an extra pinch of cayenne if needed.
Divide the smoothie evenly between two glasses and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
554 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.4 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 231 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.2 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 78.2 g | ||
| Protein | 30.5 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 735 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1594 mg | 34% | |
*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.
