Golden Forest Smoothie with Mango, Yellow Bell Pepper, Kefir, Oats and Thyme Honey
An original, creamy smoothie that blends the sweetness of mango with the fresh vegetal notes of yellow bell pepper, the gentle tang of kefir, and the body of oats. Thyme honey and a touch of lemon create an aromatic, balanced finish.
Ingredients
- 200 g ripe mango, diced (preferiblemente cold)
- 80 g yellow bell pepper (without semillas and en trozos)
- 300 ml plain kefir (well cold)
- 25 g rolled oats (lightly tostados)
- 20 g thyme honey (or to taste)
- 15 ml lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 120 ml cold water (ajustar for the textura)
- 70 g ice (approx.)
- 1 g fresh thyme leaves (solo the leaves)
- 1 g fine salt (a pinch)
Nutrition facts
per serving
Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.
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Instructions
- 1
1. Toast the rolled oats in a small skillet over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant and lightly golden. If you prefer a temperature reference, a skillet surface over medium heat is usually around 320 to 356 °F / 160 to 180 °C. Let cool for 2 minutes.
- 2
2. Add the diced mango, yellow bell pepper, kefir, toasted oats, thyme honey, lemon juice, cold water, ice, fresh thyme leaves, and the pinch of salt to a blender.
- 3
3. Blend on high speed for 45 to 60 seconds, until very smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more cold water and blend again for 10 seconds.
- 4
4. Taste and adjust, if desired, with a few more drops of lemon juice or a little more thyme honey to balance sweetness and brightness.
- 5
5. Serve immediately in two chilled glasses and, if desired, garnish with a few extra fresh thyme leaves on top.
Chef tips
For a silkier texture, peel the yellow bell pepper with a vegetable peeler before blending. For a colder smoothie without diluting it, freeze part of the mango beforehand.
Substitutions
You can substitute the kefir with plain drinkable yogurt, though the tang will change slightly. Thyme honey can be replaced with mild honey or maple syrup. If you need a gluten-free version, use certified gluten-free oats.
What I used to make it
Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.
Illustrative imageNinja Professional BL610 Blender
Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Easy-to-wash jar
- Check the power and jar size
Illustrative imageT-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized 12" Non-Stick Pan
Eggs, omelets and stir-fries
- Eggs and omelets that don’t stick
- Comfortable, sturdy handle
- Use wooden or silicone utensils
Illustrative imageVictorinox Fibrox Pro 8" Chef’s Knife
Chopping, slicing and cutting strips
- The knife I use most when cooking
- Chops, slices and cuts into strips
- Keep it sharp and hand-dry it
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