Creamy Guava Yogurt Smoothie

Name: Creamy Guava Yogurt Smoothie
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: indian
Ingredients: 2 pcs guava (medium, ripe pink guava, washed, deseeded and roughly chopped (see step 1)); 1 cup yogurt (thick, plain, chilled); 0.5 cup milk (cold, to adjust consistency); 2 tsp honey; 1 inch ginger (peeled and grated); 0.5 cup ice cubes; 1 pinch salt (black salt (kala namak) preferred, or regular salt); 1 tbsp mint leaves (fresh, for garnish)

RATING

0.0/5

TASTE SCORE

8/10

A lusciously thick and velvety smoothie that blends the sweet, floral notes of ripe pink guava with the rich tang of creamy yogurt. A hint of ginger adds a warm kick, while a drizzle of honey balances the tartness. This refreshing tropical drink comes together in minutes and tastes like a mini vacation in a glass.

PREP

10m

COOK

SERVES

1 CUP

177 cal

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

For 2 servings

2 pcsguava · medium, ripe pink guava, washed, deseeded and roughly chopped (see step 1)1 cupyogurt · thick, plain, chilled½ cupmilk · cold, to adjust consistency2 tsphoney1 inchginger · peeled and grated½ cupice cubes1 pinchsalt · black salt (kala namak) preferred, or regular salt1 tbspmint leaves · fresh, for garnish

NUTRITION · PER SERVING

177

CALORIES · 1 CUP

Protein10g · 23%

Carbs26g · 59%

Fat5g · 25%

Fiber3g

Sugar19g

Saturated fat3g

Cholesterol7mg

Sodium161mg

Potassium633mg

Phosphorus201mg

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METHOD · 3 STEPS

prep · ~3 min
Prep the guava.
1.Wash the guavas thoroughly under running water.
2.Cut each guava into quarters and scoop out the hard seeds with a small spoon.
3.Roughly chop the deseeded guava flesh into small chunks. No need to peel if the skin is thin and tender.
TIPDon't discard the seeds if they are soft — pink guava seeds are edible and add fiber, but hard white seeds will make the smoothie gritty.
mix · ~2 min
Blend the smoothie.
1.Add the chopped guava, chilled yogurt, cold milk, honey, grated ginger, salt, and ice cubes to a blender jar.
2.Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, about 60 to 90 seconds.
3.Check the consistency and blend in an extra splash of milk if the smoothie is too thick.
TIPBlending for a full 90 seconds ensures the ginger and guava skin are completely pulverized for a perfectly smooth mouthfeel.
garnish · ~1 min
Pour, garnish, and serve immediately.
1.Pour the smoothie into two chilled glasses.
2.Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
3.Serve straight away, before the ice begins to melt and dilute the flavor.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

5 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
Use fully ripe, soft pink guavas for the sweetest and most aromatic smoothie.
2
Chill your yogurt and milk beforehand for a frosty texture without excess ice.
3
Grate ginger on a microplane to ensure it blends evenly without fibrous bits.
4
Add milk gradually after blending — you can always thin it out but can't thicken it back.
5
If you prefer a dairy-free version, swap yogurt and milk with coconut yogurt and almond milk.

RECIPE VARIATIONS

Adapt it for your goals.

Vegan

Replace yogurt with thick coconut yogurt and milk with unsweetened almond or oat milk. Use agave or maple syrup instead of honey for a fully plant-based smoothie that still tastes tropical and creamy.

Low Sugar

Low-Sugar

Omit the honey entirely if your guavas are very ripe and sweet. The natural sugars in the fruit plus the tang of yogurt provide enough sweetness for a balanced, lower-calorie drink.

Spicy Guava

Add 1/4 teaspoon of finely ground black pepper or a pinch of cayenne along with the ginger. The heat contrasts beautifully with the cool yogurt and enhances the fruity notes.

HEALTH BENEFITS