Banana Lemon Ginger Smoothie
This refreshing and nutritious smoothie combines the natural sweetness of bananas with the tangy zest of lemon and the warming spice of ginger. Packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and digestion-boosting properties, this smoothie is perfect for a morning energy boost or a post-workout refresher.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverages, Smoothies
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 cup ice cubes (optional, for a colder smoothie)
Instructions
- Peel and slice the banana.
- Add the banana, almond milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, grated ginger, and honey (if using) into a blender.
- Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
- Add ice cubes and blend again if a colder texture is desired.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- For extra protein, add a scoop of protein powder or Greek yogurt.
- Adjust the amount of ginger based on your preference for spiciness.
- For a thicker smoothie, use frozen banana slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: ~150 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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