Struggling to hit your daily serving of greens (and oranges)? Eating your vegetables doesn’t have to feel like a chore. This Carrot Banana Punch is a game-changer—a thick, velvety, and naturally sweet drink that bridges the gap between a healthy smoothie and a decadent holiday dessert.
Whether you’re looking for a vibrant addition to your Christmas dinner table or a refreshing, nutrient-dense snack, this recipe blends the earthy richness of carrots with the creamy sweetness of ripe bananas. It’s a “stealth-health” classic that tastes like a celebration in a glass. Try it nuh!
INGREDIENTS
- 3 small/medium-sized carrots.
- 2 ripe bananas.
- ½ tsp cinnamon powder.
- Nutmeg (to taste).
- ½ tsp vanilla.
- ½ tsp. ground cloves (optional).
- 2 ½ cups Milk (I use almond milk).
- A pinch of salt.
- 2 Tbsp Honey (or a sweetener of your choice).
INSTRUCTIONS
- Clean/Peel, wash and boil carrots until cooked.
- When carrots are cooked, set them aside to cool.
- Add carrots and all the remaining ingredients to the blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Serve and Enjoy! You can sprinkle some cinnamon on top.
- Even more delicious when chilled. So, pop it in the fridge for a while.
Notes:
You can blend the carrots without blowing them. Just strain and add it to the blender along with the other ingredients. You can then store the carrot pulp and use it to bake cookies, cakes, and other pastries. This truly makes a very thick, creamy, and delicious punch. Plus, it is very filling. A high-speed blender would be preferable for this recipe. However, whichever blender you have, just blend until smooth and creamy.
Is Carrot Banana Punch healthy?
Yes! This punch is loaded with Vitamin A (from carrots) and potassium (from bananas). By using natural sweeteners like honey or dates, you can keep it a low-glycemic treat.
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Ingredient Spotlight!
~ Nutmeg~
Nutmeg (Myristica fragans) is a spice that is made from the seed of the nutmeg tree. It has a very distinctive, pungent fragrance and a slightly sweet taste.
Nutmeg is used to flavour many kinds of food, mostly baked products, beverages, sauces, meats, etc. This spicy seed is packed with nutrients such as calcium, iron, magnesium, and potassium, among others.
To good health!
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