Black Sesame Smoothie

Delicious and satisfying!

Rich and satisfying, this smoothie needs little added sweetener if the bananas are very ripe (with thin, heavily spotted skins and no green ends). Ground black sesame seeds enhance the appearance, texture, and taste of the drink. It is good with breakfast or in the afternoons for a quick energy boost. This recipe is courtesy of Dr. Weil’s cookbook: FAST FOOD, GOOD FOOD.

Ingredients

1/4 cup black sesame seeds
2 large, very ripe bananas
2 1/2 cups soymilk or cashew milk
1/4 cup kefir
1 teaspoon grade B maple syrup
4 to 6 ice cubes

Instructions

1. In a dry skillet, lightly toast the sesame seeds over medium heat until fragrant. Let them cool for a minute, then grind as fine as possible in an electric spice grinder.

2. Place all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth., adding more soymilk or cashew milk by the tablespoon until you reach a nice creamy consistency.

3. Pour into 2 chilled glasses and serve.