BANANA, FIG & DATE SMOOTHIE

I saw this recipe on instagram and thought to myself; ‘nope I don’t see that combination of flavours working at all’. I was so intrigued by this abnormal blend of ingredients that I decided to try my hand at making this smoothie yesterday afternoon. Luckily for me, I had all the ingredients in my cupboard; don’t stress if you don’t have the psyllium husk as it is optional. I was very pleasantly surprised by how delicious this little drink was and how prevalent the fig, date and cinnamon flavour was in every sip. Definitely a humble moment for me; never again will I judge a smoothie until I make it myself. 

INGREDIENTS

• 1 frozen banana (skin peeled)
• 5 dried figs (or fresh, if available)
• 2 fresh dates, stones/pips removed 
• 1 teaspoon of cinnamon (powder)
• 1 cup coconut water
• 1 teaspoon of psyllium husk 
• ice cubes
• 1 teaspoon white/black chia seeds 

PREPARATION 

1. Blend all ingredients in a fast-speed blender until combined. Serve topped with a cinnamon stick, more chia seeds and goji berries (cinnamon stick just for decoration). 

Serves / 1-2 
Total Fridge to Glass time / 5 minutes 

x Emily