| Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 0 mins | Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 231 | 3g | 0g | 50g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 29g | 7g | 8g | 0.1g |
If there’s anything that can take a break from traditional Southern cooking while maintaining its inherent charm, it’s our Guyabano Smoothie. This delightfully tropical beverage not only satisfies your taste buds but also offers an impressive array of health benefits. Bursting with flavor, the Guyabano Smoothie is a wonderful companion to a dish of fried chicken or a plate of biscuits, offsetting the rich tastes with its vibrant freshness.
Nature’s Bounty in a Glass
At first sip, this smoothie is refreshingly tangy, with a sweet undertone that lingers in your palate. The guyabano, or soursop, is an exotic fruit that hails from the tropics, much like coconut or mango. It boasts a creamy texture, complemented by the Greek yogurt and bananas in our recipe, delivering a blend that is as soothing as a quiet afternoon surf. Yet, underneath its playful exterior, the guyabano is a force to be reckoned with. Known for its rich assemblage of vitamin C, it’s an excellent immune booster. Plus, its antioxidant properties may help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation in the body.
Perfect Partner to Southern Cuisine
Many might think that this tropical smoothie is a far cry from my Southern roots, but the beauty of food is in its versatility. While it might not share the same birthplace as fried chicken or biscuits, it marries well with these favorites. It’s refreshing after a hearty meal, much like a sweet tea on a summer day. And if you’re in for a seafood feast? It’s just as delightful. Think of it as the tropical mojito to your low-country boil, a harmonious blend of down-home and exotic flavors.
Many compare the taste of guyabano to a blend of strawberry and pineapple, with otherworldly creaminess to boot. That’s why this smoothie could squeeze into any meal where you’d traditionally serve these fruits. Try it along with your favorite pancake breakfast, or use it as a palate cleanser in a multi-course dinner.
So whether you’re a Southern belle or a seaside surfer, be sure to add the Guyabano Smoothie to your repertoire. Trust me, your taste buds will thank you!
Health Benefits of Guyabano (Soursop)
50 Smoothie Recipes from Taste of Home
Banana Smoothie Recipe from Food Network
What You’ll Need
- 3 cups fresh guyabano (soursop), seeded and cubed
- 2 cups almond milk
- 3 bananas
- 1 1/2 cups Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 6 mint leaves for garnishing
Method
Step One
Prepare your fresh guyabano (soursop) by seeding and cubing it. You’ll need about 3 cups.
Step Two
Take 3 bananas and peel them.
Step Three
Put the guyabano cubes and peeled bananas into a blender. Pour 2 cups of almond milk into the blender as well.
Step Four
Add 1 1/2 cups of Greek yogurt and 2 tablespoons of honey to the mixture in the blender.
Step Five
Add 1 cup of ice cubes into the blender. The ice cubes will cool your smoothie and give it a more refreshing taste.
Step Six
Blend the mixture until it is smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, you can add a bit more almond milk.
Step Seven
Pour the smoothie into glasses. Garnish each glass with a mint leaf. You’ll need about 6 mint leaves in total to garnish all of your glasses. Enjoy your guyabano smoothie!
