Pomegranate smoothie

Packed with antioxidants and a burst of fruity flavour, this pomegranate smoothie is a refreshing and nutritious way to start your day.

Blending juicy pomegranate arils with creamy yoghurt, banana, and a hint of honey, this smoothie offers the perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Whether you enjoy it as a quick breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up, this smoothie is a delicious way to enjoy the health benefits of pomegranates while indulging in a naturally sweet treat.

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Pomegranate smoothie

Serves: 2

Prep Time: 10 minutes + freezing

Ingredients

• 2 pomegranates, seeds removed and set aside
• 1 cup Greek-style yoghurt
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 large banana, chopped coarsely

Instructions

1

Divide 2 tbsp of the pomegranate seeds among the holes of an ice-cube tray and top with water. Freeze for 4 hours or until frozen.

2

Grind remaining pomegranate seeds using a mortar and pestle to release the juice. Strain through a sieve into a blender; discard solids.

3

Add yoghurt, honey and chopped banana to the blender; blend until smooth.

4

Pour smoothie into glasses; top with pomegranate ice-cubes. Serve immediately.

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Jezza-Rae Larsen

A food stylist and recipe developer, contributing to Food & Home and other esteemed magazines under Habari Media. I love for creating mouthwatering recipes, I bring culinary visions to life through my work.