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Persimmon Smoothie

This quick and easy persimmon smoothie is made with gorgeous persimmons, milk kefir, almonds, and a dash of maple syrup.  It's perfect for breakfast, as a post-workout drink, or even a light dessert!

Prep Time
3 mins
Cook Time
3 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 146 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 fuyu persimmon, leaves and core removed
  • 1 cup plain milk kefir OR coconut milk kefir
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 10 almonds
  • 2 ice cubes, optional
  • dash cayenne, optional (to serve)

Instructions

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  1. Blend all ingredients except cayenne together until smooth.
  2. Taste, sweeten more if desired.  Add more milk or ice if the consistency is too thick.
  3. Serve with a dash of cayenne if desired.
  4. Store smoothies in the fridge, and drink within 2-3 days.

Notes

  • Makes 2 small smoothies or 1 large smoothie.
  • Make Ahead:
  • Refrigerate:  Store in a sealed jar or cup for 2-3 days.  Shake before serving.
  • Freeze:  Store in individual size jars (such as 8oz canning jars) and freeze for up to 6 months.  Move to the refrigerator 24 hours before drinking to allow time to thaw, or use as the ice pack in a lunch bag and it should be thawed by lunch time.  Shake before serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories 146kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 15mg (5%) Sodium 63mg (3%) Potassium 96mg (3%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin A 245IU (5%) Vitamin C 8.3mg (9%) Calcium 174mg (17%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 146

% Daily Value*

Calories 146kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 63mg 3%
Potassium 96mg 2%
Sugar 12g 24%
Vitamin A 245IU 5%
Vitamin C 8.3mg 9%
Calcium 174mg 17%
Iron 0.5mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.