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Carrot Smoothie Benefits: Discover the Health Boosting Power of Carrots in Your Daily Diet

  • Author: Maria
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Description

This Carrot Smoothie is a nutritious blend of fresh carrots, banana, and spinach, mixed with creamy almond milk. It’s a quick and refreshing option for breakfast or a snack, packed with vitamins and minerals to energize your day!

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 medium-sized carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 1 ripe banana, sliced
  • 1 cup of fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 cup of almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
  • 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
  • 1 tablespoon of chia seeds (optional, for added nutrition)
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger (optional, for a spicy kick)
  • Ice cubes (as needed, for a chilled smoothie)

Instructions

  1. Wash and Peel the Carrots: Rinse the carrots under running water to remove dirt. Peel them using a vegetable peeler.
  2. Chop the Carrots: Cut the peeled carrots into 1-inch pieces for easier blending.
  3. Slice the Banana: Slice the ripe banana into rounds.
  4. Prepare the Spinach: Rinse fresh spinach under cold water and shake off excess water. If using pre-washed spinach, skip this step.
  5. Gather Other Ingredients: Measure out almond milk, honey or maple syrup, chia seeds, and ground ginger.
  6. Add Ingredients to the Blender: In a blender, combine chopped carrots, sliced banana, and fresh spinach.
  7. Pour in the Almond Milk: Add almond milk to help blend the ingredients smoothly.
  8. Add Sweeteners and Extras: If desired, add honey or maple syrup, chia seeds, and ground ginger.
  9. Blend Until Smooth: Blend on high speed for 30-60 seconds until smooth. Adjust thickness with more almond milk or ice cubes if needed.
  10. Check Consistency: Stop the blender and check the texture. Add more almond milk or ice if too thick, then blend again.
  11. Taste and Adjust: Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or spice as needed.
  12. Pour into Glasses: Pour the smoothie into glasses, using a strainer if desired for a smoother texture.
  13. Garnish (Optional): Garnish with chia seeds or a slice of banana for presentation.
  14. Serve Immediately: Enjoy the smoothie fresh for the best flavor and texture. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for a few hours if needed.

Notes

  • For a thicker smoothie, reduce the amount of almond milk or add more ice.
  • Feel free to customize the sweetness and spice levels to your preference.
  • This smoothie is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for a short time.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes

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