A velvety, heavenly, fabulous post-run treat or healthy snack that has a nice amount of protein and packs in the produce with pumpkin, carrots & bananas!
This amazing Pumpkin Pie Smoothie is a great way to celebrate Pumpkin week.
Yes, it's every bit as good as it sounds!
It's velvety and heavenly and fabulous as a post-run treat. Or just a healthy snack since it has a nice amount of protein and packs in the produce - pumpkin, carrots, and bananas!
I thought it was sweet enough to skip any added sugar but you can always add a touch of maple syrup or use vanilla yogurt instead of plain {I prefer plain since there is no added sugar}.
I usually make this by just throwing everything in my Ninja, and it gets it pretty smooth.
Bigger carrots might not become completely smooth. I like to steam a big batch of carrots and freeze them to toss in smoothies. It's a great way to add extra nutrients to your smoothies and carrots add a little natural sweetness. If you're in a hurry and want a smooth texture, I suggest microwaving the carrots in a bowl of water for about 1 minute. This softens the carrot and makes it easier to blend. However, it's completely optional.
Don't let the long list of ingredients fool you; it's mainly just spices {which are optional but a tasty addition}. Other than that, this smoothie takes 5 minutes to make and is incredibly satisfying and delicious!
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 carrot roughly chopped {raw or steamed}
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt plain
- 1/2 small banana {preferably frozen}
- 3/4 cup coconut water
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
- dash of nutmeg
- dash of allspice
- 1 tablespoon orange or lemon juice , optional
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey, optional
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender in the order listed, and process until smooth. Enjoy!
Regan @ Cabot Creamery says
Love everything about this! Love the smoothie + having you join us for the Virtual Race 🙂 Yay for cooler weather, better temps for running and yummy smoothies to refuel with!!
Meme says
Thanks Regan!! So excited 🙂
Vasu Manimaran says
Yum! Can't wait to try this pumpkin pie smoothie recipe - perfect for the Fall!
Meme says
Thanks Vasu!! You'll love it! Hope you're doing well 🙂
Kara Lydon, RD says
Yes! Great minds! Love that you posted a pumpkin pie smoothie recipe this week too. Totally digging that this recipe calls for coconut water & a carrot!
Meme says
Thanks Kara!! It's so delish! Hope you had a fabulous birthday 🙂
David says
I haven't run in a race since I was in college.
Meme says
I'm pretty new to racing but they are quite motivating 🙂
Betsy says
My kids would love this pumpkin smoothie.
Meme says
Definitely! It's delish 🙂
Amy M. C. says
I'm not a runner and I've never run a virtual race. Thanks for the giveaway!
Sarah- A Whisk and Two Wands says
LOVE a good pumpkin smoothie, this looks delicious! As much as I like cheese it doesn't like me, but one of my daughter's and husband LOVE cheese!
Meme says
Thanks, Sarah!! Pumpkin smoothies are such a treat 🙂