Raw Food Almond Based Berry Smoothie
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Raw Food Almond-Based Berry Smoothie, a nutrient-packed creation perfect for a healthy breakfast or a refreshing mid-day treat. Crafted from scratch with homemade almond milk, this vegan smoothie combines the natural sweetness of ripe banana and medjool dates with the tangy burst of frozen mixed berries. A handful of fresh spinach leaves adds a hidden boost of greens, while a splash of vanilla extract enhances the flavor profile. This raw, dairy-free, and gluten-free smoothie is quick to prepare, boasting a silky, creamy texture blended to perfection. Enjoy this wholesome, antioxidant-rich drink that’s as delicious as it is nourishing! Perfect for those embracing a plant-based or clean-eating lifestyle.
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup raw almonds
- 1 cup filtered water
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries
- 1 medium ripe banana
- 0.5 cup spinach leaves
- 1 large medjool date (pitted)
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 pieces ice cubes
Directions
Step 1
1. Soak the raw almonds in filtered water for at least 4 hours or overnight to soften them. Drain and rinse the almonds before use.
Step 2
2. Add the soaked almonds and 1 cup of fresh filtered water to a blender. Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes until smooth to create almond milk.
Step 3
3. Strain the mixture through a nut milk bag or fine mesh strainer into a bowl, discarding the almond pulp. Pour the almond milk back into the blender.
Step 4
4. Add the frozen mixed berries, ripe banana, spinach leaves, pitted medjool date, vanilla extract, and ice cubes to the blender with the almond milk.
Step 5
5. Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes or until the smoothie is thick, creamy, and completely smooth.
Step 6
6. Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness, if needed, by adding another medjool date. Blend again briefly if adjustments are made.
Step 7
7. Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy your raw, vegan almond-based berry smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (657g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 245.0 |
| Total Fat 0.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 13.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 62.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 40.5g | |
| Protein 3.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 56.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 792.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories