I love when pomegranate season comes around. As much as I try and eat local produce, there are just some favorites- pomegranates, grapefruits, meyer lemons- I will never forego when their season hits. Of course, the bulk of my veggie intake is local, so I figure a few pom-smoothies and the occasional banana won’t do much harm. In fact, with the amount of amazing antioxidants in pomegranates, I can definitely say they do more good than not. This smoothie is one of my favorite ways to enjoy pomegranates, and it is as simple as it is satisfying.
I combine freshly seeded pomegranate arils with just a few simple ingredients, playing along with the mid-eastern theme, for a creamy breakfast or snack that is packed with both nutrients and flavor.
And of course, there is nothing like yogurt and mint to complement the tangy-sweetness that is the ruby red pomegranate.
Pomegranate-Mint Yogurt Smoothie
Serves 1
1 small banana, frozen
1/2 cup pomegranate arils
1/4 cup goat or sheep’s milk yogurt
small handful fresh mint leaves
pinch of stevia (optional)
1 scoop vanilla protein powder (optional)
1/4 cup liquid of choice: I used almond milk, but pomegranate juice would add to the tangy pom-flavor!
1. Blend all in a high speed blender and serve.
What are your favorite non-local fruits you look forward to all year long?
xo
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Cool flavour combination! I’m pretty boring with my smoothies so it’s nice to be inspired by new ingredients.
I hang out for mangos! Perfect in a smoothie with banana, milk, and some honey.