Description
Banana Chamomile Tea Smoothie is a soothing, refreshing, and healthy drink that combines the creamy sweetness of ripe bananas with the calming and aromatic flavor of chamomile tea. This smoothie is the perfect way to start your day, recharge during a break, or wind down after a long day. Packed with natural sweetness, gentle floral notes from chamomile, and the nutritional benefits of bananas, this smoothie is a deliciously unique way to enjoy the benefits of tea in a smoothie form.
Ingredients
1 ripe banana (peeled and sliced)
1/2 cup brewed chamomile tea (cooled)
1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for added flavor)
1/2 cup ice (optional, for a thicker smoothie)
A pinch of ground cinnamon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Brew the Chamomile Tea: Brew 1/2 cup of chamomile tea by steeping a chamomile tea bag or loose chamomile flowers in hot water for about 5 minutes. Let the tea cool to room temperature, or you can refrigerate it for quicker cooling.
- Prepare the Smoothie: In a blender, combine the ripe banana, cooled chamomile tea, almond milk, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Add ice if you prefer a thicker, colder smoothie.
- Blend: Blend all the ingredients until smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick for your liking, add a little more almond milk to reach your desired consistency.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into a glass. Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon on top for an extra touch of flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Vegan Version: To make this smoothie vegan, simply use maple syrup instead of honey and ensure your milk alternative is plant-based.
Add Protein: Add a scoop of your favorite protein powder or Greek yogurt to make the smoothie more filling and increase the protein content.
Spiced Version: For extra warmth and depth, add a pinch of ginger, nutmeg, or cardamom to the smoothie.
Tropical Twist: Add pineapple or mango to the banana and chamomile base for a tropical-flavored smoothie with a unique twist.
Citrus Flavor: Add a squeeze of lemon or orange juice for a refreshing citrus note that complements the chamomile and banana.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Drink
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
