Refreshing Cantaloupe Smoothie
A light and hydrating cantaloupe smoothie perfect for a quick breakfast or post-workout pick-me-up.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cubed cantaloupe
- 1 cup sliced banana
- Grated lemon zest
- A dash of cinnamon
- A dash of vanilla powder (or vanilla extract)
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- Optional: Ice cubes
- Optional: Sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or stevia)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Start by slicing the cantaloupe into cubes, and peel and slice the banana.
- Add the Cantaloupe to the Blender: Place the cubed cantaloupe in your blender first.
- Layer in the Banana: Next, add the sliced banana.
- Incorporate the Zest and Spices: Toss in the grated lemon zest, a dash of cinnamon, and the vanilla.
- Pour in the Almond Milk: Gradually add the almond milk to control the thickness.
- Add Optional Ingredients: Include ice or sweetener if desired.
- Blend Until Smooth: Secure your blender lid and blend on high until smooth.
- Taste and Adjust: Take a quick taste and adjust for sweetness and thickness.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into your favorite glass and garnish as desired.
Notes
For a beautiful presentation, consider garnishing with a sprinkle of cinnamon or small pieces of fresh cantaloupe.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cantaloupe, smoothie, summer drink, refreshing, healthy