At a Glance
- Potato Type: Purple
- Prep Method: Microwave
- Special Requests: Performance
- Cuisine: American
- Yield: 1
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Recipe By: Carissa Bealert, RDN
This vibrant purple smoothie is a great source of potassium and gets its color from purple potatoes and pomegranate juice. Containing 119 grams of carbohydrates and 19 grams of protein, this smoothie may aid in post-exercise recovery.
Ingredients
- 4 Side Delights® Gourmet Petite purple potatoes
- 1 small banana, frozen
- 1 cup pomegranate juice
- 2 Tablespoons unflavored or vanilla whey protein powder
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 handful of ice cubes
Preparation
- Place potatoes (whole, with skin-on) on microwave safe plate and pierce with a fork 2-3 times. Microwave on high until soft, 4-6 minutes. Remove from microwave and cool until next step.
- Blend all ingredients, including potatoes, in a blender until smooth. Add more honey or banana to sweeten as desired. Add more ice to thicken.
Notes
Time-Saving Tips:
- Microwave or boil the potatoes ahead of time and store in the refrigerator until you are ready to use them.
- Try placing the potatoes and the banana in a Ziploc bag in the freezer for even faster post-exercise prep.
Variations
- Feel free to vary the types of fruit or fruit juices that you add to the smoothie. Try frozen berries or tart cherry juice for a new flavor option.
- If you like a thicker smoothie, try adding Greek yogurt.
