Date and Walnut Smoothie
This smoothie isn't just a tasty treat; it's your gut-health companion! Packed with fiber-rich dates and heart-healthy walnuts, it offers a delicious and satisfying way to support your digestive system. Dates provide natural sweetness and prebiotics, while walnuts boast fiber and omega-3s – a winning combination for a happy gut and a happy you!
- 1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk (plant-based milk of your choice)
- 3-4 Lion Delicacyl Dates, pitted
- 1/2 Frozen Banana
- 1/4 cup Walnuts
- 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp Lion Dates Syrup
- Pinch of Cardamom (optional)
- Ice Cubes (optional for extra thickness)
- Calories: 300-350
- Carbohydrates: 40-50g
- Protein: 5-10g (with Greek yogurt)
- Fat: 10-15g (healthy fats from walnuts)
- Fiber: 5-8g
- Sugar: 20-30g (natural sugars from dates)
- In a blender, combine almond milk, pitted & soaked dates, frozen banana, walnuts, Greek yogurt (if using), cinnamon, vanilla extract (if using), and cardamom (if using).
- Blend until it turns smooth and creamy. Adjust the texture or consistency by adding more almond milk or ice cubes if desired.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately!
