In the weeks preceding our trip to Europe, I got super-busy and took to making quick smoothies with protein powder. My favorite combo was frozen mango, berry-flavored protein smoothie powder, and whatever fresh berries I had on hand. Now, I'm even more busy with the cookbook and just life in general so I'm still relying on protein smoothies to keep me fueled through the day. The only thing is that there are no more fresh berries. Or, to clarify, there are no more reasonably priced organic berries that are in season and taste good.
So in order to make my go-to smoothie, I needed to switch it up a bit. Since I always have frozen berries on hand, I switched out the fresh for the frozen. Then I switched the frozen mango out for the one fresh fruit I had on hand: Persimmon. I still used a berry-flavored protein smoothie powder- Vega's Bodacious Berry, to be exact.
Now let me tell you about this persimmon berry smoothie. I added a bit of cinnamon because it rhymes with persimmon (and because the two go well together) and a little squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the whole thing up and the resulting concoction was way, way different than I had anticipated. I was expecting my normal sweet berry smoothie, but something happened when all of those flavors collided. That something created a Sweet Tart-tasting smoothie. And it was goooooood. It was unexpected, but just what I look for in a smoothie: healthy, satisfying, and every sip that comes through my straw was a crazy-delicious burst of flavor.
Ingredients
- 3 fuyu persimmons, chopped (remove leaves)
- 1 cup frozen berries (I used frozen strawberries)
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 serving Vega Bodacious Berry Protein Smoothie Powder
- 2 ice cubes
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- a dash of cinnamon
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Serve immediately. Enjoy!
Disclaimer: Vega gave me this product to try but the thoughts and opinions are my own.
Do you do smoothies in the fall/winter? What's your fave flavor?
Photography by Chris Miller
Laura
I do smoothies all year round. The base is always banana,organic frozen raspberries, flax seed and almond milk. I love adding celery or ginger to it. Two things that give it a different, delicious taste.
blender dude
Looks like a wonderful flavor profile. Thanks for sharing this recipe. By the way, your photography is awesome!
Kammie @ Sensual Appeal
Stunning photography.. what else.
I want to dive head first into this smoothie!
Laura
I've never had persimmons - this sounds like a great way to try them, and I love the inclusion of the vega shake!
Anna {Herbivore Triathletre}
Ooh, I love persimmons! Haven't spotted them at the store yet, hopefully soon. I will definitely have to make this smoothie. Plus, I love Vega protein powders!
Gabby @ the veggie nook
I'm not really into persimmons but I totally relate to the need to use smoothies as a way to fuel- life is too busy to cook all the time and more often than not, I' lucky if I even get any veg steamed!
The colour on this is gorgeous! Maybe I need to give persimmons another chance!
Patricia
These look so good! I'm "a little new" to persimmons but for some reason hadn't thought of smoothies! Thanks for sharing!
Maggie Muggins
I so wish I could find persimmons here, this looks like such a delicious alternative for the winter months.
Alisa
Tried this today as I had bought persimmon son sale a few days ago. I loved this smoothie. Used frozen strawberries and no ice. Added a little extra cinnamon just because I love it so much. Great way to use up persimmons and a real filling lunch smoothie!!
Jessica
Oh my goodness this looks so good and creamy!! *drools*
Louise Svensson
Looking so delicious and I love persimmons, thanks for your inspiration!
gb
Wow this is tasty. Probably one of the best persimmon smoothies I've tried. I made some substitutions because I didn't have all the ingredients - vanilla protein powder for the berry protein and greek yogurt instead of the lemon.