Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of a classic carrot cake, reimagined as a nutritious and refreshing smoothie! This Carrot Cake Smoothie combines fresh carrots, ripe bananas, creamy yogurt, and warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg for a deliciously healthy treat. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even a post-workout boost, this smoothie is packed with vitamins, minerals, and protein to energize your day. With its vibrant color and satisfying taste, you can enjoy all the comforts of dessert without the guilt. Blend it up in just 10 minutes and savor a guilt-free indulgence that delights your taste buds while nourishing your body.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh peeled carrots (about 2 medium)
- 1 ripe banana
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based alternative)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and chop the carrots into smaller pieces.
- In a blender, combine the carrots, banana, Greek yogurt, almond milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ice if desired.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness with honey or additional spices if needed.
- Pour into glasses and enjoy.
Notes
- For extra protein, add a scoop of vanilla protein powder.
- To make it vegan-friendly, use plant-based yogurt and non-dairy milk.
- Freeze ripe bananas ahead of time for a thicker texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie (350g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 10mg