Explore 5 Unexpectedly Delicious Vegan Smoothie Recipes You've Got to Try
In today’s world of healthy eating, smoothies have become a staple. So, whether you are looking for a quick breakfast option, a post-workout refuel, or even a nutritious snack, smoothie is the way to go, meaning it ticks all the boxes.
And in case you are following a vegan lifestyle, smoothies offer a versatile or flexible canvas for including or incorporating delicious plant-based ingredients. But why don’t we take it up an indent and explore or investigate a few unexpectedly delightful vegan smoothie recipes that will tantalise your taste buds and nourish and feed your body? Also, please share your views below. Sharing your views may also benefit other readers as well.
1. Avocado Lime Coconut Smoothie
Did you have the idea that avocados could be so versatile? Not until I did a small investigation did I discover that avocados are rich, creamy and packed or pressed with healthy solid fats. Avocados also make an excellent and amazing base for a smoothie. Once you combine the richness lavishness of avocado with the refreshing reviving zest of lime and the tropical sweetness of coconut, and you’ve got yourself a winning combination. Let’s go!
Ingredients:
1 ripe avocado
Juice of about 2 limes
A cup of coconut milk
Say a tablespoon of maple syrup, which is optional
Handful of ice cubes
Simple Instructions:
1. Now, scoop the flesh of the ripe avocado in the blender.
2. Add lime juice, coconut milk, maple syrup, and the ice cubes.
3. Blend until you get that smooth and creamy texture.
4. Walaa! Pour into drinking glasses and garnish with lime slices or shredded coconut.
2. Sweet potato pie Smoothie
Yes, you get that right- sweet potato in a smoothie! Don’t you, dear, knock it till you’ve tried it. Remember that sweet potatoes not only add natural sweetness but also provide a hefty dose of vitamins and fibre. Get it? So, paired with warming spice reminiscent of a cosy slice of pie, this smoothie is like dessert in a glass.
Ingredients:
1 small cooked sweet potato peel and cut in cubes.
Get a ripe banana.
1 cup almond milk
½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon powder
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
Say 1 tablespoon maple syrup, which is optional.
About a handful of ice cubes.
Instructions:
Now, combine all ingredients in a blender.
Blend until you get that smooth and creamy texture.
You can taste and adjust sweetness or spice level as desired.
Serve into drinking glasses and sprinkle with a little cinnamon for garnishing.
3. Beet Berry Blast Smoothie.
Beets are often or frequently overlooked and neglected in the world of smoothies, but their vibrant, dynamic colour and hearty sweetness make them a perfect addition. Put together with tart berries and creamy, rich almond butter, make this smoothie a nutritional powerhouse packed with antioxidants or cancer prevention agents and fibre.
Ingredients:
1 small, cooked beet, peeled and cubed
½ cup mixed berries of your choice, whether it be strawberries, blueberries and raspberries
1 tablespoon almond butter
A cup of almond milk
Say 1 tablespoon maple syrup, which is optional
About a handful of ice cubes.
Instructions:
Place the cooked beet, mixed berries, almond milk, almond butter, maple syrup and ice cubes into a blender.
Blend until you get that smooth and creamy texture.
You can taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
Pour into glasses and enjoy the vibrant hue of this nutritious concoction!
4. Cucumber Mint Green Smoothie.
We all know that mint could be a match made in paradise. This green smoothie is not only hydrating but also mystically rejuvenating, making it perfect culminate for a post-workout pick-me-up or a hot summer day.
Ingredients:
½ cucumber peeled and sliced
Handful of fresh spinach leaves
¼ cup fresh mint leaves
Juice of 1 lime
1 tablespoon maple syrup, which is optional
1 cup of coconut water
Hand full of ice cubes
Instructions:
In a blender, combine all ingredient
Blend until smooth and refreshing.
Adjust sweetness or tartness to your liking.
Pour and serve into glasses and garnish with a sprig of mint for a burst of freshness.
5. Peanut Butter & Jelly smoothie.
Who says you can’t enjoy or appreciate the nostalgic of flavours of peanut butter and jelly jam in a healthy solid smoothie? This liberal, indulgent, yet nutritious mix combines the creaminess of peanut butter with the sweetness of strawberries for a guilt- free treat that will satisfy or fulfil your cravings desires.
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons peanut butter or any nut butter of your choice
1 cup frozen strawberries
1 ripe banana
1 cup almond milk
1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave syrup, which is optional.
Handful of ice cubes
Instruction:
Combine all in gradient into a blender.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Adjust sweetness to your preference.
Pour into glasses and indulge in this vegan twist on a classic favourite.
These unexpectedly delicious vegan smoothie recipes prove that plant-based eating can be both nutritious and exciting. From our creamy avocado to vibrant beets, there’s a world of flavours waiting to be explored in your blender. So, please go ahead and get creative and sip your way to a healthier you. One smoothie at a time.
