Indian Inspired Roasted Carrot Date Smoothie

By Cherylptw

Prep Time:

15m

Bake/Cook Time:

20m

Yield:

2 servings

Roasted carrots, figs, coconut milk and other healthy ingredients blended together in an Indian influenced smoothie.

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Products Used

1 lb. Light Brown Sugar Box

Light Brown Sugar Poly Bag

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Ingredients

2 medium-sized carrots, peeled and cut into one-inch pieces
Non-stick cooking spray
2 tablespoons chopped dates
1 1/2 tablespoons Dixie Crystals Light Brown Sugar
2 tablespoons lightly toasted and ground coconut
1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, divided
1/2 cup coconut milk
1 1/2 cups crushed ice
Pinch of ground cinnamon as a garnish

Directions

Preheat oven to 400°F degrees.
Place carrots in a 12-inch sheet of foil; spray liberally with non-stick cooking spray, crimp edges of foil and place on a baking sheet.
Roast the carrots for 20 minutes or until caramelized and tender; remove from oven and carefully spoon into a food processor.
Add dates, brown sugar, ground coconut, ginger, cinnamon, garam masala and cloves to carrots; puree mixture until smooth.
Spoon carrot puree into a blender; add 1/2 cup yogurt and coconut milk; process 15 seconds.
Add ice to blender and continue to process until mixture is smooth.
Pour smoothies into tall glasses; garnish top with dollops of remaining yogurt sprinkled with a pinch of cinnamon.
Serve with a straw.