A Banana Lemon Ginger Smoothie sounds super refreshing and packed with good-for-you ingredients! Here’s a simple recipe you can try:
Ingredients:
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1 ripe banana (peeled)
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1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt)
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1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated or finely chopped)
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Juice of 1/2 lemon (or more for extra zing)
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1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, depending on sweetness preference)
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1/2 cup ice cubes (optional, for a colder smoothie)
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1/2 cup water, coconut water, or almond milk (adjust for desired thickness)
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Peel and slice the banana. Grate or chop the fresh ginger.
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Blend: In a blender, add the banana, Greek yogurt, grated ginger, lemon juice, honey/maple syrup, and ice. Pour in the water or almond milk.
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Blend until Smooth: Blend on high until smooth and creamy. If it’s too thick, add a little more liquid.
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Taste Test: Adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more honey or lemon juice if needed.
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Serve: Pour into a glass, and optionally garnish with a thin lemon slice or a sprinkle of ground ginger.
This smoothie combines the sweetness of banana, the zesty kick of lemon, and the warming heat of ginger—a perfect balance of flavors! Want to add any other ingredients to this mix?