Spices in smoothies? Yes, and they taste amazing!
What's the story
Breakfast smoothies are a quick and healthy way to kick-start your day, particularly when you're pressed for time. By adding unique spice blends, you can make them not just flavor-packed but also benefit-rich. Spices such as cinnamon, turmeric, and ginger can take a basic smoothie to an exciting morning ritual. Here are some quick five-minute breakfast smoothie ideas with these spices for an invigorating start.
Spice blend 1
Cinnamon banana delight
This smoothie balances the natural sweetness of bananas with warm notes of cinnamon. Simply blend one banana with one cup of almond milk, a teaspoon of honey, and half a teaspoon of ground cinnamon. This way, you get potassium from bananas and antioxidants from cinnamon, making it a tasty and healthy combination.
Spice blend 2
Turmeric mango fusion
Turmeric lends an earthy depth to this tropical mango smoothie. Blend one cup of frozen mango chunks with one cup of coconut water and half a teaspoon of turmeric powder. The curcumin in turmeric is well-known for its anti-inflammatory properties while mango provides vitamin C for immune support.
Spice blend 3
Ginger berry boost
If you love berries, you'll love this ginger-infused smoothie. Simply mix one cup of mixed berries with three-fourths cup of yogurt and a half-inch piece of fresh ginger root or half a teaspoon of ground ginger. Ginger helps with digestion, while berries offer antioxidants that can help with overall well-being.
Spice Blend 4
Cardamom peach bliss
For a unique twist on your morning routine, try the Cardamom Peach Bliss smoothie. Blend two ripe peaches with three-fourths cup of almond milk. Add one-fourth teaspoon of ground cardamom for the aromatic kick. Apart from being refreshing, this delightful combination is packed with nutrition. Peaches offer essential vitamins A and C, while cardamom offers digestive benefits, making this both delicious and healthful.
Spice Blend 5
Nutmeg apple surprise
Nutmeg pairs beautifully with apples in this refreshing smoothie option. Just core two apples (leave the skin on for extra fiber), then blend them together with three-fourths cup oat milk plus one-eighth teaspoon nutmeg powder until you get a smooth consistency without any lumps remaining visible throughout the mixture itself!