Banana Lemon Ginger Smoothie
A refreshing, energizing smoothie combining the creaminess of banana with the zing of fresh lemon and ginger. Great for digestion, immunity, and a morning pick-me-up!
Ingredients
- - 1 ripe banana frozen for extra creaminess
- - Juice of 1/2 a lemon
- - 1/2 tsp fresh ginger grated or finely chopped
- - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or any plant-based milk
- - 1/2 cup water
- - 1 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds optional
- - 1–2 tsp maple syrup or honey optional, to taste
- - A handful of ice cubes optional for chilled texture
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients
- Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender.
- Blend Smooth
- Blend on high for 30–60 seconds until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and Adjust
- Taste and add more lemon, sweetener, or ginger as desired.
- Serve
- Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately. Optional: top with a sprinkle of chia seeds or lemon zest.
- prep_time: PT5M
- cook_time: PT0M
- total_time: PT5M
- servings: 1
Notes
nutrition:
calories: ~120
carbohydrates: ~22g
protein: ~2g
fat: ~2g
fiber: ~4g
sugar: ~12g notes:
- Use frozen banana for a thicker, creamier smoothie.
- Great as a pre- or post-workout drink.
- Add a handful of spinach or kale for a green version.
calories: ~120
carbohydrates: ~22g
protein: ~2g
fat: ~2g
fiber: ~4g
sugar: ~12g notes:
- Use frozen banana for a thicker, creamier smoothie.
- Great as a pre- or post-workout drink.
- Add a handful of spinach or kale for a green version.