Cranberry Amaranth Smoothie is a replenishing beverage packed with deliciousness and health. The beautiful pink color of this smoothie is attractive even to kids. The combination of cranberries and healthful ancient grains make it super nutritious and desirable.
Hence, I recommend it for all age groups. It is desirable as a healthy meal or as an after workout drink.
You may enjoy Cranberry Amaranth Smoothie in a glass if you plan to consume it immediately after blending.
However, if you want wholesome breakfast then let it sit for a few minutes. s a result the smoothie will thicken. Thereafter top your smoothie bowl with your choice of fruits and nuts and devour.
It is mildly sweetened with dates. It also has a distinct flavor of cranberries. The chewy amaranth provides you with the satisfaction of chewing meal. Therefore, it’s is perfect to satisfy and provide energy in the morning hours.
Moreover smoothies are perfect for hydrating at any time of the day. I always prefer smoothies after my heavy workout. This way I not only hydrate my body but provide it with the much required nutrition.
I always try to include seasonal fruits and vegetables in my smoothies. This time, I included a healthy grain to make it a complete breakfast.
Amaranth is a gluten free gain and is a complete protein. In fact it has more protein than quinoa and is one the healthiest grain ever. It is simple to cook as well.
I blended cooked amaranth in this smoothie to give it a thick creamy texture. The most important benefit of Amaranth is that it helps in controlling hair fall. It is also a good source of calcium.
Amaranth is easily available in any grocery store in the health aisle section. It is the tiniest grain with immense health benefits.
Cranberry Amaranth Smoothie is my go to meal for this season. Fresh cranberries in nature are extremely sour and tangy. Therefore, it is difficult to consume these berries directly. I am happy that I found a great way to include this antioxidant loaded cranberries into my diet without compromising on taste.
My other cranberry recipes are:
White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies
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Cranberry Amaranth Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup dry amaranth
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 7 whole pitted dates
- 2 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tbsp slivered almonds ( for garnishing)
Instructions
- In a saucepan combine water and amaranth. Then cook it on a medium flame until all water is absorbed and amaranth is chewy in texture. Once it is cooked turn off the flame and let it cool.
- In your blender combine cranberries, cooked amaranth, dates and unsweetened almond milk. Thereafter, blend it smooth.
- Afterwards, pour the smoothie in your choice of glasses and garnish them with slivered almond.
- Enjoy this smoothie immediately.
Notes
Nutrition
Sandi says
Using amaranth in this way is totally brilliant. It is one of those gluten free grains I always cooked. Can’t wait to try your yummy smoothie.
Gunjan says
Thank you Sandi. I hope you get a chance to blend this smoothie.
Brianna says
I love having cranberry foods this time of year! I’m glad you explained amaranth, because I had never heard of it before!
Monika says
It looks delicious and love the pink colour. I keep making smoothies too, so yummy!
Linda Kurniadi says
This is absolutely yummy for sure! And healthy as well.
Ashley Weasley says
This smoothie looks really good!
Elise Cohen Ho says
What a lovely seasonal smoothie. I am anxious to try.
Gunjan says
Thank you Elise for stopping by. It’s definitely a must try.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says
Looks yummy and healthy! Love the cranberries for the holidays!
Kate | The Organized Dream says
Everything about this recipes screams healthy and I love it! It also helps that it’s such a pretty pink hue!
MK says
I never knew about Amaranth and I enjoyed learning about another gluten-free alternative for my cooking explorations. Especially good to know I can use it as a thickener in smoothies and other dishes!
Gunjan says
Amaranth is one of the healthiest grain that did not get as much hyped as quinoa or other grains. However, it is indeed gluten free and has more protein as compared to to other grains.
Lauren says
I would never think to use amaranth in a smoothie but what a great idea! Pinned for later 🙂
Gunjan says
I used amaranth in my smoothie couple of times and I loved it. This grain makes my smoothies a complete meal.
adriana says
This looks so good! What a great smoothie idea!
Gunjan says
Thank you Adriana.
Kerri @ HollyMuffin says
I used to have one for breakfast everyday! You’re inspiring me!!
Gunjan says
Thank you Kerri. I love smoothies for my breakfast. I hope you enjoy this recipe.