Creamy Pistachio Cardamom Smoothie
A creamy, naturally sweet smoothie made with pistachios, banana, dates, and warm cardamom for a rich, spiced flavor and nutrient boost.
Servings 1 serving
Calories 440kcal
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup shelled pistachios soaked in hot water for 10-15 minutes or gently boiled for 5 minutes to soften
- 1 medium banana frozen
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 2-3 Medjool dates pitted (adjust based on desired sweetness)
- 1 tsp cardamom powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup unsweetened soy milk
- 1/2 cup water divided
Instructions
- Add the pistachios to a bowl and cover with hot water. Let soak for 10-15 minutes, then drain. Alternatively, gently boil the pistachios for 5 minutes to soften, then drain and cool slightly.
- Add the softened pistachios, frozen banana, chia seeds, dates, cardamom, vanilla extract, soy milk, and half of the water to a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. Slowly add the remaining water as desired to adjust the thickness, stirring or blending briefly to combine.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or consistency as needed. Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 440kcal | Carbohydrates: 73g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 14g | Fiber: 13g