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Walnut Smoothie

This Walnut Smoothie is made using 5 wholesome ingredients like walnuts, dates, cocoa powder, banana and milk. It is tasty, nutritious and satisfying.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Keyword walnut smoothie
Prep Time 4 minutes
Total Time 4 minutes
Servings 2 Serving
Calories 516kcal
Author Maria Doss

Ingredients

  • 1 cup + ½ cup milk
  • 1 Banana large
  • ½ cup walnuts
  • 3 to 4 large Medjool dates pitted (adjust according to desired sweetness)
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

  • Add all ingredients into a blender, blend for at least a minute (until smooth) and serve.
    Tip: Dates are harder, super fibrous and hence might be difficult to break down. Here are few pointers to ensure you end with a smooth and creamy smoothie:
    1. Use soft medjool dates, if possible
    2. Use a high powdered blender
    3. Soften your dates first, especially when using the drier Noor variety.

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Notes

Banana - Use a very ripe, heavily speckled banana for intense fruity flavor and natural sweetness.
Milk - Whole milk makes the walnut smoothie rich and creamy.
Dates - I use Medjool dates which makes it easier to blend.
Soften dates -  I like to use the soft, plump Medjool variety. If using Noor variety, then soak them in milk for a few hours before make the drink.
Blend for at least one minute - Make sure to blend for at least a minute to ensure the dates are blended well.

Nutrition

Serving: 2g | Calories: 516kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 28g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 835mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 87IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 3mg