
Roasted sweet potatoes add an orange hue and healthy carbs to this smoothie. This means you'll get an energy boost and long-lasting fiber to keep you satisfied. This smoothie also contains dates for a natural sugar boost, tahini for a bit of good fats and protein, and bee pollen (loaded with vitamins and minerals) for said to provide enhanced natural energy.
Ingredients - for 1 person
- 1 medium orange, peeled and quartered
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1/3 cup cooked sweet potato flesh
- 2 pitted dates
- 1 tablespoon tahini
- 1 teaspoon bee pollen
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of sea salt
- White and/or black sesame seeds, for decoration (optional)
Preparation tips - 45 seconds
- Place all ingredients in a blender and blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, for about 45 seconds.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this delicious smoothie.
Tahini naturally complements the sweet, lemony flavor of this smoothie, giving it an earthy feel. This seed butter is also a healthy fat that provides a plant-based source of calcium to make this smoothie even richer and more virtuous. Vanilla warms up the tart, bitter edges of this smoothie, and dates add a caramel-like sweetness.