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Jump to recipeSmoothies are one of the easiest ways to get a quick and easy dose of nutrition—and ourBlackberry Smoothieis no exception. This thick, creamy concoction whips up in no time and gives you an antioxidant-filled berry boost that has just the right balance of sweetness and tartness. Read on for tips, including how to make your smoothie just the right consistency.Tips from the EatingWell Test KitchenThese are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you, too!If you can’t find fresh blackberries, use frozen. The blackberries will be pristine, as they’ve been frozen at peak ripeness. You can also purchase organically grown blackberries, and you can easily stock up on them.Wait to wash fresh blackberries until ready to use them. Otherwise, the berries will absorb moisture and not last as long.You can make this smoothie using dairy-free yogurt, if you wish. The consistency might be slightly different than going with whole milk Greek yogurt, but it will be as flavorful.You can add your favorite protein powder for an even thicker smoothie.Nutrition NotesLike all berries,blackberriesare loaded with antioxidants. The particular antioxidants in blackberries protect your heart and brain.Blackberriesalso happen to be the highest-ranked berry in protein content. Blackberries are also loaded with fiber to help keep things moving through your gut and vitamin C for a strong immune system.Whole-milk Greek yogurtcreates the creamy base for this smoothie. The fat and protein in whole-milkGreek yogurtwill provide lasting satisfaction. The protein also contributes to muscle growth and the calcium to strong bones. Because yogurt is fermented, it provides probiotics, which are bacteria that are beneficial to your gut.Besides adding a soothing warmth to this smoothie,gingeralso provides some amazing health benefits. You probably know about its ability to soothe an upset stomach, but did you know it can also calm inflammation? There’s even some evidence that it might be able to ease arthritis pain and swelling.The half abananaadds some carbohydrates for energy, fiber for gut health and potassium for heart health. When we think of foods with antioxidants, we typically think of colorful fruits and veggies. Maybe that’s why many don’t realize that bananas, despite their cream-colored flesh, also contain antioxidants. Want to add more fiber to your smoothie? Include the banana peel! It’s true—you can eat banana peel. Just start with a little bit of it so you don’t go into fiber overload and create an unhappy gut.
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Smoothies are one of the easiest ways to get a quick and easy dose of nutrition—and ourBlackberry Smoothieis no exception. This thick, creamy concoction whips up in no time and gives you an antioxidant-filled berry boost that has just the right balance of sweetness and tartness. Read on for tips, including how to make your smoothie just the right consistency.Tips from the EatingWell Test KitchenThese are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you, too!If you can’t find fresh blackberries, use frozen. The blackberries will be pristine, as they’ve been frozen at peak ripeness. You can also purchase organically grown blackberries, and you can easily stock up on them.Wait to wash fresh blackberries until ready to use them. Otherwise, the berries will absorb moisture and not last as long.You can make this smoothie using dairy-free yogurt, if you wish. The consistency might be slightly different than going with whole milk Greek yogurt, but it will be as flavorful.You can add your favorite protein powder for an even thicker smoothie.Nutrition NotesLike all berries,blackberriesare loaded with antioxidants. The particular antioxidants in blackberries protect your heart and brain.Blackberriesalso happen to be the highest-ranked berry in protein content. Blackberries are also loaded with fiber to help keep things moving through your gut and vitamin C for a strong immune system.Whole-milk Greek yogurtcreates the creamy base for this smoothie. The fat and protein in whole-milkGreek yogurtwill provide lasting satisfaction. The protein also contributes to muscle growth and the calcium to strong bones. Because yogurt is fermented, it provides probiotics, which are bacteria that are beneficial to your gut.Besides adding a soothing warmth to this smoothie,gingeralso provides some amazing health benefits. You probably know about its ability to soothe an upset stomach, but did you know it can also calm inflammation? There’s even some evidence that it might be able to ease arthritis pain and swelling.The half abananaadds some carbohydrates for energy, fiber for gut health and potassium for heart health. When we think of foods with antioxidants, we typically think of colorful fruits and veggies. Maybe that’s why many don’t realize that bananas, despite their cream-colored flesh, also contain antioxidants. Want to add more fiber to your smoothie? Include the banana peel! It’s true—you can eat banana peel. Just start with a little bit of it so you don’t go into fiber overload and create an unhappy gut.
Smoothies are one of the easiest ways to get a quick and easy dose of nutrition—and ourBlackberry Smoothieis no exception. This thick, creamy concoction whips up in no time and gives you an antioxidant-filled berry boost that has just the right balance of sweetness and tartness. Read on for tips, including how to make your smoothie just the right consistency.
Tips from the EatingWell Test Kitchen
These are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you, too!
Nutrition Notes
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients1cupfresh blackberries (6 ounces)½medium banana½cupplain whole-milk Greek yogurt1tablespoonhoney1 ½teaspoonsfresh lemon juice1teaspoonfinely chopped fresh ginger
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Ingredients
1cupfresh blackberries (6 ounces)
½medium banana
½cupplain whole-milk Greek yogurt
1tablespoonhoney
1 ½teaspoonsfresh lemon juice
1teaspoonfinely chopped fresh ginger
DirectionsCombine 1 cup blackberries, 1/2 banana, 1/2 cup yogurt, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice and 1 teaspoon ginger in a blender. Cover and process until completely smooth, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately.Frequently Asked QuestionsFor the best flavor, keep blackberries at room temperature if using within 1 day.Storein the refrigerator for up to 5 days in a single layer, covered with a towel. To freeze, arrange in a single layer on a tray, then transfer to airtight containers for up to 1 year.Absolutely. You can whip up a blackberry smoothie 1 day in advance and store it in the fridge in an airtight container. But remember that a blackberry smoothie only takes 5 minutes to make, and fresh is best.It depends. If you’ll be chopping or grating fresh ginger, and the skin is thin and delicate, you can leave it on. However, if it’s thick and fibrous, you should peel it. The skin should come off easily scraping it with a spoon. This method is even easier if you keep your ginger in the freezer.EatingWell.com, April 2021
Directions
Combine 1 cup blackberries, 1/2 banana, 1/2 cup yogurt, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice and 1 teaspoon ginger in a blender. Cover and process until completely smooth, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately.Frequently Asked QuestionsFor the best flavor, keep blackberries at room temperature if using within 1 day.Storein the refrigerator for up to 5 days in a single layer, covered with a towel. To freeze, arrange in a single layer on a tray, then transfer to airtight containers for up to 1 year.Absolutely. You can whip up a blackberry smoothie 1 day in advance and store it in the fridge in an airtight container. But remember that a blackberry smoothie only takes 5 minutes to make, and fresh is best.It depends. If you’ll be chopping or grating fresh ginger, and the skin is thin and delicate, you can leave it on. However, if it’s thick and fibrous, you should peel it. The skin should come off easily scraping it with a spoon. This method is even easier if you keep your ginger in the freezer.
Combine 1 cup blackberries, 1/2 banana, 1/2 cup yogurt, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice and 1 teaspoon ginger in a blender. Cover and process until completely smooth, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately.
Frequently Asked QuestionsFor the best flavor, keep blackberries at room temperature if using within 1 day.Storein the refrigerator for up to 5 days in a single layer, covered with a towel. To freeze, arrange in a single layer on a tray, then transfer to airtight containers for up to 1 year.Absolutely. You can whip up a blackberry smoothie 1 day in advance and store it in the fridge in an airtight container. But remember that a blackberry smoothie only takes 5 minutes to make, and fresh is best.It depends. If you’ll be chopping or grating fresh ginger, and the skin is thin and delicate, you can leave it on. However, if it’s thick and fibrous, you should peel it. The skin should come off easily scraping it with a spoon. This method is even easier if you keep your ginger in the freezer.
Frequently Asked Questions
For the best flavor, keep blackberries at room temperature if using within 1 day.Storein the refrigerator for up to 5 days in a single layer, covered with a towel. To freeze, arrange in a single layer on a tray, then transfer to airtight containers for up to 1 year.
Absolutely. You can whip up a blackberry smoothie 1 day in advance and store it in the fridge in an airtight container. But remember that a blackberry smoothie only takes 5 minutes to make, and fresh is best.
It depends. If you’ll be chopping or grating fresh ginger, and the skin is thin and delicate, you can leave it on. However, if it’s thick and fibrous, you should peel it. The skin should come off easily scraping it with a spoon. This method is even easier if you keep your ginger in the freezer.
EatingWell.com, April 2021
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)316Calories7gFat53gCarbs15gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
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