Soy Milk Banana Almond Smoothie
A creamy, naturally sweet smoothie that brings together ripe bananas, nutty almonds, and smooth soy milk. This 5-minute Indian kitchen staple makes a filling breakfast or post-workout drink, with no added sugar needed.
For 2 servings
- prep
Soak the almonds overnight.
Place almonds in a bowl, cover with water, and soak for at least 2 hours or overnight. Drain, rinse, and peel off the skins before using.
TIPSoaking softens the almonds and makes them blend smoother. If short on time, soak in hot water for 30 minutes. - prep · ~2 min
Prep the banana and cardamom.
Peel the bananas and slice into chunks. Crack open green cardamom pods, remove the seeds, and crush to a fine powder.
- mix · ~1 min
Blend until smooth and creamy.
1.Add soy milk to the blender jar first.2.Add banana chunks, peeled almonds, cardamom powder, and honey.3.Blend on high speed for 45-60 seconds until completely smooth and no almond bits remain.TIPBlending soy milk first prevents dry ingredients from sticking to the bottom. - serve
Pour and serve immediately.
Pour into two glasses. Serve straight away while cold and frothy.
What to keep in mind.
6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Soak almonds overnight or in hot water for 30 minutes for a silkier blend.
- 2Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum natural sweetness.
- 3Blend soy milk first to prevent banana and almonds from sticking to the jar.
- 4Chill your soy milk beforehand so the smoothie stays cold and refreshing.
- 5Crush cardamom seeds just before blending for the most aromatic flavor.
- 6For a thicker smoothie, freeze the banana slices before blending.
Adapt it for your goals.
Vegan-protein
Replace honey with 1 tablespoon of maple syrup or agave, and add 1 scoop of vegan vanilla protein powder for a post-workout boost.
low calorieLow-calorie
Omit the honey entirely and use 1 tablespoon of chia seeds instead of almonds to reduce calories while keeping thickness.
spiced chaiSpiced-chai
Add a pinch of cinnamon and a tiny pinch of black pepper along with the cardamom for a chai-inspired flavour twist.
Why this is on our healthy list.
Rich in Plant Protein
Soy milk and almonds together provide a complete plant-based protein source, supporting muscle repair and satiety.
Heart-Healthy Fats
Almonds offer monounsaturated fats and vitamin E, which help maintain healthy cholesterol levels and skin health.
Good for Digestion
Bananas supply prebiotic fibre that feeds gut-friendly bacteria, while cardamom can help soothe the digestive tract.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, you can substitute cow's milk or any other plant milk like almond or oat milk, but the consistency and flavour will change slightly.
