Favorite Sweet Potato Smoothie
With the comforting flavor of pumpkin pie and a healthy nutrient list, this Sweet Potato Smoothie is a yummy way to offer up veggies for breakfast.
Servings: 1 -2
Calories: 123kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup plain or vanilla yogurt (regular or Greek style)
- ½ cup mashed roasted sweet potato
- ¼ cup orange juice
- 4 ice cubes
- ⅛ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon hemp seeds (optional)
- 1 tablespoon almond butter (optional)
- 1 small frozen banana (optional for extra creaminess)
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into the bowl of a blender.
- Start on low, then increase to high and blend until very smooth.
- Serve cold in a cup, sippy cup, or reusable pouch.
Notes
- Store smoothie in an airtight container for up to 24 hours in the fridge.
- Make the sweet potatoes ahead and chill them before using them in this recipe.
- Use sweet potatoes cooked in the Crock-Pot to make the prep work easy.
- Use nondairy yogurt to make this recipe dairy-free.
- You can use purchased or freshly squeezed orange juice.
- Serve in a small open cup or a reusable pouch.
- Serve with a whole grain such as toast, crackers, pancakes, or a granola bar.
Nutrition
Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 47mg | Potassium: 269mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 4879IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 1mg