I’m not sure that I would order this just based on the name. But believe me, you’ll be pleased by this herbal concoction. Pineapple has so much sweetness and flavor on its own, and it marries well with the peppery, anisy basil. Very little else is required (no banana in this smoothie). I like to use kefir, but yogurt will work too. Pistachios and chia seeds bulk up the drink nicely, and the pistachios contribute to the pale green color.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup, tightly packed, basil leaves
- ¼ ripe pineapple, peeled, cored and cut into chunks (about 6 ounces)
- ¾ cup plain kefir or yogurt
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 heaped tablespoon pistachios
- ½ teaspoon chia seeds
- 2 or 3 ice cubes
- Nutritional Information
Nutritional analysis per serving (1 serving)
336 calories; 13 grams fat; 4 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 5 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 49 grams carbohydrates; 5 grams dietary fiber; 37 grams sugars; 11 grams protein; 23 milligrams cholesterol; 87 milligrams sodium
Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
1 generous serving
Preparation
- Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend at high speed for 1 minute, or until smooth. Serve.
2 minutes
Dining and Cooking