Sweet peach & spicy ginger unite playfully in this calming smoothie.
Known for its soothing, anti-inflammatory properties and fiery flavor, fresh ginger creates a delicious contrast to sweet, mellow fruits like pears and peaches. Ginger is commonly believed to aid in digestion and to calm an upset stomach. Across cultures ginger has held many traditional uses. In the U.S ginger ale has often been used to help hydrate and combat nausea for those sick with a flu. While originally all ginger ale was made with real ginger, today it’s worth checking the ingredient list. On a daily basis, ginger provides powerful bursts of flavor and nutrients.
Ginger-Peach Smoothie
with banana and lemon
Ingredients
-3/4 cup frozen peach slices
-l small or 1/2 large fresh or frozen banana
-1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
-1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
-4 tbsp non-fat European or Greek style plain yogurt
-3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
-Dash of cinnamon (optional)
Methods
Blend until smooth.
Use more fruit and less liquid for a thicker drink. May store covered for up to 12 hours in the fridge.
Note: If you don’t have any fresh ginger on hand, frozen will also work but powdered ginger is not recommended for this recipe.
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