Golden Milk Protein Smoothie
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4.9
Golden Milk Protein Smoothie
Description
The Golden Milk Protein Smoothie combines frozen mango and banana with creamy yogurt and almond milk to create a chilled, smooth base. Ground cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, and a pinch of black pepper are added to infuse the drink with warm, earthy notes and a touch of spice. Blending the ingredients together produces a thick and creamy texture with a balanced sweetness. The recipe allows for dairy-free variations by substituting non-dairy yogurt or protein powder.
The spices used bring subtle warmth without overpowering the tropical fruit flavors, and the yogurt adds a gentle tang and richness. This smoothie is served immediately after blending to enjoy its creamy freshness.
You can adjust the fruit by swapping mango with pineapple or mixing both, lending some flexibility in sweetness and flavor nuances. This adaptability ensures a fruit-based smoothie that suits personal tastes or ingredient availability.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mango frozen chunks
- ½ banana frozen
- ½ cup yogurt use a dairy-free substitute if needed, plain, Greek
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon Turmeric or 1 Tablespoon peeled and grated fresh turmeric, ground
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger or 1/2 Tablespoons peeled and grated fresh ginger
- 1 cup almond milk or your favorite milk, unsweetened vanilla
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Blend: Place all ingredients in a high-powered blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately after making.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use non-dairy yogurt or add a plant-based protein powder.
- You can substitute the mango with pineapple or a combination of both fruits to change the flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 280 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 280kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 46g | 15% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 374mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 526mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 35g | 70% |
| Vitamin A | 1892IU | 38% |
| Vitamin C | 65mg | 72% |
| Calcium | 466mg | 47% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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