Pumpkin Cinnamon Smoothie
5 minVeganGluten-freeLuteal phaseBetter sleepSteady energyNo-cook
Servings:
1
·
Ingredients
- —Pumpkin purée — 100g
- —Almond milk — 200ml
- —Banana — 1/2
- —Cinnamon — 1/2 tsp
- —Maple syrup — 1 tsp, optional
- —Ice, optional
Method
- 01Add all the ingredients to a blender.
- 02Blend until smooth, 30–45 seconds.
- 03Serve immediately.
Why this works
Pumpkin provides magnesium and tryptophan — building blocks the body uses to make melatonin, though the effect from a single smoothie varies by person. Cinnamon is traditionally used to help smooth out blood-sugar response, though research findings on this are mixed.
Nutrition (per serving)
160
kcal
3g
protein
5g
fat
24g
carbs