| Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 0 mins | Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 400 | 28g | 24g | 34g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 25g | 6g | 5g | 0.15g |
If there’s one thing I’ve learnt from my Louisiana upbringing and French heritage, it’s the power of marrying simplicity with indulgence to create gastronomical poetry. The Black Sapote and Coconut Smoothie is a beautiful illustration of this principle, it’s a creamy, flavour-packed concoction that has become a staple in my own kitchen and I’m ecstatic to share it with you.
A Culinary Adventure in a Glass
What I love most about this smoothie is the pleasant surprise it offers to even the most seasoned palates. With the Black Sapote’s elusive hint of chocolate offset by the tropical goodness of coconut, every sip is an adventure. This smoothie is reminiscent of a cool, creamy Piña colada meets a chocolate shake, but frozen and creamed into a healthy, delicious smoothie.
This tropical blend pairs exceptionally well with brunch. Imagine having Lemon Ricotta pancakes or a savory egg benedict on the side to really elevate your morning.
Nutriment and Indulgence in Harmony
There’s an uncanny brilliance to recipes that seamlessly merge taste with health benefits, our beloved Black Sapote and Coconut Smoothie does precisely that. The Black Sapote, also known as the chocolate pudding fruit, is loaded with essential vitamins such as Vitamin A and C, providing antioxidants that boost your immune system. The potassium-rich bananas aid digestion, while the coconut milk and shredded coconut are superb sources of medium-chain triglycerides that promote heart health. I prefer to sweeten the smoothie with organic honey, offering antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
In all, this Black Sapote and Coconut smoothie is as nourishing as it is delectable, perfect for those mellow afternoons or as a quick yet filling breakfast. It embodies the heart of Louisiana’s Creole richness and the simplistic elegance of French cuisine, revealing an exceptional harmony between nutrition and indulgence.
What You’ll Need
- 3 ripe Black Sapote fruits
- 2 cups of coconut milk
- 1 cup of unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 tablespoons of honey or agave nectar
- 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
- 1 cup of ice cubes
Method
Step One
Prepare your Black Sapote fruits by cutting them in half, removing the seeds and spooning out the soft pulp. Be careful to avoid the skin as it may be slightly bitter.
Step Two
Peel your ripe bananas and cut them into small pieces.
Step Three
In a blender, combine the Black Sapote pulp, banana pieces, coconut milk, shredded coconut, honey (or agave nectar), and vanilla extract.
Step Four
Blend the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step Five
Add the ice cubes to the blender and blend again until the smoothie is chilled and frothy. The amount of ice can be adjusted depending on how thick and cold you want the smoothie to be.
Step Six
Pour the Black Sapote and Coconut Smoothie into glasses and serve immediately
