Description
Start your day with this refreshing and energizing Banana Lemon Ginger Smoothie! Packed with the health benefits of ginger and turmeric, this dairy-free, plant-based smoothie is naturally sweetened and refined sugar-free. It’s the perfect drink to jumpstart your morning or serve as a healthy snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 banana
- 1 cup almond milk (or preferred milk)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp grated fresh ginger
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the banana, almond milk, lemon juice, grated ginger, and turmeric.
- Add honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness, if desired.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- If you prefer a colder smoothie, add ice cubes and blend again.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more honey or maple syrup if preferred.
- For an extra creamy texture, use a thicker plant-based milk like coconut or oat milk.
- For an added boost of protein, you can add a scoop of protein powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg