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Quick and healthy breakfast: How to make a smoothie with pumpkin

Ihor Romanko

How to make a smoothie with pumpkin
How to make a smoothie with pumpkin

Pumpkin is not only a symbol of the fall holidays, but also a useful vegetable that can enrich your menu. We tell you how to prepare a delicious smoothie from pumpkin banana and orange, which will give you pleasure and benefits in the morning.

Pumpkin is a real treasure when it comes to the amount of nutrients with many beneficial properties. Here you will find:

  • Beta-carotene: converted into vitamin A, which supports immunity and improves eyesight.
  • Vitamins C and E: strengthens the immune system.
  • Potassium: helps lower blood pressure.
  • Fiber: promotes healthy digestion.
  • Tryptophan: supports serotonin production to improve mood and sleep.

Read also: How and where to store pumpkins properly so they don't spoil

Pumpkin streusel with bananas and oranges

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup nonfat vanilla yogurt
  • ¾ cup canned pumpkin
  • ½ cup ice cubes
  • ⅓ cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 tbsp. brown sugar
  • ½ tsp. ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ tsp. ground nutmeg
  • A dash of ground cloves
  • 1 ripe banana, sliced and frozen
  • A little ground cinnamon (optional)

Cooking method:

  1. Combine yogurt and other ingredients in a blender and whisk until smooth.
  2. Decorate the smoothie with a pinch of ground cinnamon if desired.
  3. Serve immediately after cooking.

Previously, we told you how to prepare marmalade from pumpkin. This healthy dessert should be consumed in moderate amounts.

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