By: Co+op
Add a coffee boost to your morning smoothie! This creamy beverage has the flavor combination of tahini (ground sesame seeds) and dates, blended with protein-rich Greek yogurt. You can determine just how caffeinated you want your smoothie to be by using decaf or regular coffee.
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened Greek yogurt
- 2 large pitted dates
- 2 large frozen bananas, sliced
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 2 teaspoons instant coffee, or more if desired
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- Ice cubes, if desired
Preparation
- In a blender, add the yogurt, dates, bananas, tahini, coffee and vanilla. For a frostier shake, add a cup of ice cubes.
- Blend on high until smooth.
Serving Suggestion
Channel your inner barista and drizzle your smoothie glass with chocolate or caramel syrup before pouring in your smoothie. It makes for an impressive presentation and a little extra sweetness for your morning.
Tips and Notes
When bananas are getting spotty, peel and slice them and pop them into a freezer bag for easy smoothies.
Nutritional Information
340 calories, 13 g. fat, 5 mg. cholesterol, 75 mg. sodium, 45 g. carbohydrate, 6 g. fiber, 17 g. protein
Source: https://www.grocery.coop/recipes/tahini-coffee-smoothie
