Tahini Coffee Smoothie
This vegan, diabetes-friendly, and gluten-free tahini coffee smoothie blends banana, almond milk, and cinnamon for a creamy, energizing drink with no added sugar. Packed with healthy fats and plant-based goodness, it’s the perfect low-sugar breakfast or snack.
Servings:
Why Diabetes Friendly?
- Low Glycemic Load (with small banana portion): Using just ½ a banana keeps sugar content controlled while still providing natural sweetness.
- Blood Sugar Supportive Fats: Tahini provides healthy fats that help slow the absorption of natural sugars.
- No Added Sugars: Sweetness comes entirely from fruit, with no syrups or sweetened milks.
- Caffeine Plus Fibre/Fat Combo: Coffee offers a boost of energy without blood sugar spikes thanks to the fibre and fat in tahini and banana.
- Almond Milk Base: Unsweetened almond milk adds volume and creaminess without additional carbohydrates.
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Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- banana (frozen) ½
- coffee (chilled) ½ cup
- almond milk (unsweetened) ½ cup
- tahini 1 ½ tbsp
- cinnamon (ground ) ½ tsp
- vanilla extract ¼ tsp
- Ice cubes ⅓ cup
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Cooking Tips
- Use Cold Brew or Leftover Coffee: Strong, chilled coffee works best for flavour and texture.
- Freeze Bananas in Chunks: This improves blending and eliminates the need for extra ice.
- Add Protein: Include a scoop of unsweetened plant-based protein powder to make it a meal-replacement smoothie.
- Creamier Option: Use oat milk or coconut milk for a richer texture.
- Spice Boost: Add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom for extra depth and Middle Eastern flair.
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Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender.½ banana, ½ cup coffee, ½ cup almond milk, 1 ½ tbsp tahini, ½ tsp cinnamon, ¼ tsp vanilla extract, ⅓ cup Ice cubes
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
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FAQ
- Is this smoothie diabetes-friendly?
Yes, it uses only ½ a banana and has healthy fats from tahini to balance blood sugar. - Can I make it without banana?
Yes—replace banana with frozen cauliflower, avocado, or a few soaked dates (if tolerated). - Is this suitable for breakfast?
Absolutely—it offers a good balance of healthy fats, fibre, and caffeine. - Can I use hot coffee instead of chilled?
Not recommended, as it may affect texture and melt the ice too quickly. - Is this smoothie high in protein?
Not on its own, but you can easily boost it with a scoop of protein powder or a spoonful of hemp seeds.
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Nutrition
Per serving
Calories: 209.7kcal
Carbohydrates: 19.7g
Fiber: 3.5g
Sugar: 7.5g
Fat: 13.7g
Saturated Fat: 1.7g
Trans Fat:
Protein: 5.4g
Nutrition Facts
Tahini Coffee Smoothie
Serving Size
1 coffee smoothie
Amount per Serving
Calories
209.7
% Daily Value*
Fat
13.7
g
21
%
Saturated Fat
1.7
g
11
%
Sodium
177.5
mg
8
%
Potassium
378.3
mg
11
%
Carbohydrates
19.7
g
7
%
Fiber
3.5
g
15
%
Sugar
7.5
g
8
%
Protein
5.4
g
11
%
Vitamin C
6.1
mg
7
%
Calcium
199.6
mg
20
%
Iron
1.2
mg
7
%
Magnesium
42.4
mg
11
%
Zinc
1.2
mg
8
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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