Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Apricots, diced | 260 g | Sweet, Sour · Heating |
 Unsweetened almond milk | 420 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Almonds, soaked | 25 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Green cardamom | 1 g | Sweet, Pungent · Cooling |
| Water | 120 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Wash and prepare the diced apricots and soaked almonds.
- Place the prepared ingredients in a blender with the unsweetened almond milk and water.
- Blend until completely smooth, pausing to scrape down the sides.
- Add the green cardamom and blend briefly again.
- Serve immediately at cool room temperature without ice.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original international smoothie adaptation)
Apricot Almond-Milk Smoothie is a freshly blended drink served without ice. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, and add a little ghee if the dish feels dry. Pitta: moderate chilies and sharp sourness, favoring coriander or fennel. Kapha: keep the portion light, reduce added fat, and favor ginger or black pepper.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Apricot Almond-Milk Smoothie
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (413g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 44 kcal | 181 kcal |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 5.6 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 5.0 g | 20.6 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4.1 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | 15.1 g |
| Total Fat | 2.3 g | 9.6 g |
| Calcium | 100.1 mg | 413.2 mg |
| Iron | 0.40 mg | 1.65 mg |
| Magnesium | 15.6 mg | 64.3 mg |
| Phosphorus | 37.0 mg | 152.7 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg | 497 mg |
| Sodium | 31 mg | 128 mg |
| Zinc | 0.26 mg | 1.07 mg |
| Copper | 0.07 mg | 0.29 mg |
| Manganese | 0.06 mg | 0.24 mg |
| Selenium | 0.09 µg | 0.4 µg |
| Vitamin C | 3.2 mg | 13.1 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 51.1 µg | 210.9 µg |
| Vitamin E | 4.34 mg | 17.92 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1.0 µg | 4.3 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.01 mg | 0.05 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.07 mg | 0.27 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.34 mg | 1.39 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.02 mg | 0.09 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 4.5 µg | 18.6 µg |
| Choline | 4.0 mg | 16.7 mg |
