Sweet Cardamom Smoothie
Indulge in the exotic flavors of a Sweet Cardamom Smoothie—a creamy, protein-packed beverage that’s as soothing as it is satisfying. This quick, 5-minute recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe banana with the aromatic warmth of ground cardamom, balanced by tangy Greek yogurt and a splash of vanilla. Honey adds a touch of natural sweetness, while unsweetened almond milk keeps it dairy-light. Topped with a sprinkle of pistachios or almonds for an optional crunch, this smoothie blends wholesome ingredients into a velvety drink perfect for breakfast, a post-workout snack, or a midday treat. With its unique blend of spices and creamy texture, this smoothie is as refreshing as it is nutritious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large ripe banana
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 pieces ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon pistachios or almonds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the banana and break it into chunks.
In a blender, combine the banana, unsweetened almond milk, plain Greek yogurt, honey, ground cardamom, and vanilla extract.
Add the ice cubes to the blender for a frostier consistency.
Blend all the ingredients on high speed for 1–2 minutes or until smooth and creamy.
Taste and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey if desired.
Pour the smoothie into a glass and garnish with chopped pistachios or almonds if using.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
369 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.7 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 191 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.5 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.1 g | ||
| Protein | 17.2 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 582 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 854 mg | 18% | |
*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.
