Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Pomegranate arils | 240 g | Sweet, Sour, Astringent · Cooling |
 Unsweetened almond milk | 430 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Fennel seeds | 2 g | Sweet, Pungent, Bitter · Cooling |
 Green cardamom | 1 g | Sweet, Pungent · Cooling |
| Water | 120 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Wash and prepare the pomegranate arils and fennel seeds.
- 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)
Pomegranate 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 Pomegranate Almond-Milk Smoothie
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (396g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 37 kcal | 148 kcal |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 3.4 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 6.7 g | 26.6 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5.3 g |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | 19.0 g |
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 4.2 g |
| Calcium | 99.7 mg | 395.3 mg |
| Iron | 0.31 mg | 1.24 mg |
| Magnesium | 8.8 mg | 35.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 28.6 mg | 113.5 mg |
| Potassium | 94 mg | 372 mg |
| Sodium | 34 mg | 134 mg |
| Zinc | 0.22 mg | 0.87 mg |
| Copper | 0.06 mg | 0.25 mg |
| Manganese | 0.09 mg | 0.35 mg |
| Selenium | 0.2 µg | 0.6 µg |
| Vitamin C | 3.2 mg | 12.6 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 22.2 µg | 88.2 µg |
| Vitamin E | 3.74 mg | 14.82 mg |
| Vitamin K | 5.0 µg | 19.7 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.02 mg | 0.09 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.04 mg | 0.14 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.14 mg | 0.57 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.02 mg | 0.10 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 11.5 µg | 45.6 µg |
| Choline | 4.0 mg | 15.8 mg |
