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Are you ready to shake up your smoothie routine? If yes, then it’s time to join the pomegranate smoothie party. This smoothie will fill you up, keep you energized, and give your taste buds something to cheer about.
This nutritious and delicious smoothie has everything you need—including antioxidants, fiber, and vitamins—to give you a much-needed mid-morning or afternoon pick-me-up. Keep reading for 2 simple yet tasty recipes.
1. Pomegranate Smoothie With Berries
Ingredients
- 1 cup of pomegranate juice
- 1/2 cup of blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup of raspberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 banana
- 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup of ice cubes
Directions
- Put all ingredients into a blender.
- Blend until all ingredients are well combined.
- Pour in a glass and garnish with some pomegranate seeds.
- Enjoy your delicious pomegranate smoothie!
2. Pomegranate Smoothie With Yogurt
Ingredients
- 1 cup of pomegranate juice
- 1 cup of fruits (such as banana, berries, mango, pineapple, or apple)
- 1 cup of yogurt (preferably Greek yogurt for extra protein)
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar for sweetness
- 1/2 cup of ice cubes
Directions
- Combine all the ingredients in a blender (we recommend using a high-powered blender).
- Blend until everything is combined and the texture is velvety smooth.
- Pour into a glass, garnish with some pomegranate seeds and enjoy!
What Fruit Mixes Well With Pomegranates?
For added flavor and alternatives, try combining pomegranate with other fruits such as mango, pineapple, banana, strawberries, cherries, apples, cucumber, oranges, or other tropical fruits.
What Are The Cons Of Pomegranates?
One of the few cons associated with pomegranate is its high sugar content. Pomegranates is a healthier option than other sugary snacks or drinks, however, too much smoothies consumption can lead to weight gain.
It’s important to consume pomegranate smoothies in moderation. One smoothie a day should be sufficient.
Pomegranate Smoothie Variations
If you’re feeling adventurous, there are lots of tasty variations to try with pomegranate smoothies. Here are a few ideas:
- Add some spinach for an extra dose of nutrition.
- Swap out the yogurt for almond milk or coconut milk to make this smoothie dairy-free.
- Use almond butter besides honey for some extra protein and flavor.
- Swap out the pomegranate juice for unsweetened cranberry or grape juice.
Add chia seeds or hemp seeds for a boost of fiber. More read from ActualRatings' highlighted blog post.
No matter how you choose to make your pomegranate smoothie, it’s sure to be a delicious and nutritious treat for your good health.
Tips & Tricks
- For an extra boost of flavor and nutrition, add in your favorite fruits like mango, pineapple, or apple.
- For an extra boost of antioxidants, add in some berries.
- For sweetness, add a tablespoon of honey or agave nectar.
- If you’d like to make a vegan smoothie, use almond milk or coconut milk instead of yogurt.
To make your yummy pomegranate smoothie, combine all the ingredients in a blender. Blend until everything is combined and the texture is velvety smooth. We recommend using a high-powered blender.
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Jane Vo
When you want something healthy and delicious, try out this easy pomegranate smoothie recipe! It will become one of your go-to recipes any day of the week—or even just as an afternoon snack. Enjoy!
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