Fruit smoothies are delicious and fun to make. I especially love the colors the fruits lend to the smoothie. Berry and pink colors are lovely and always a favorite. I associate yellow and orange with tropical flavors. White and creamy colors are a mystery waiting to be discovered. Green is cool and refreshing. Makes me think of honey dew and mint.
I am in the mood for a green smoothie with a touch of Asian flavors. The color is achieved using matcha and the base is soy. This Crystallized Ginger Soy Smoothie is lower in calories and has a rather unique flavor. I can’t say that the taste of the matcha is significant but I can definitely taste the ginger.
We love unsweetened soy milk and always have some in the fridge. My boys take a glass of this thick, creamy goodness most mornings. I sometimes use it in my cooking in place of milk. Agave nectar on the other hand, is a new discovery for me. It is a natural sweetener extracted from the heart of the agave plant. It is 25% sweeter than sugar and so less is needed. It can be used in beverages, baking, or just a multi purpose sweetener.
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NOTE: This post was updated on January 13th, 2012 with new pictures. No changes were made to the recipe.
Enjoy…..and have a wonderful day! 😎
5starfoodie says
June 2, 2010 at 4:43 pmFantastic smoothie! I love the pear and crystallized ginger combo here and such a nice color with the addition of matcha! Thanks so much!
Pam says
June 2, 2010 at 5:30 pmThis looks and sounds great, love ginger!
A SPICY PERSPECTIVE says
June 2, 2010 at 6:20 pmI love crystallized ginger ,and sometimes just eat it like candy! this sounds cool and refreshing1
noelle says
June 2, 2010 at 6:49 pmThis sounds lovely!
roxan says
June 2, 2010 at 7:19 pmWow, Biren, this looks so delicious healthy and refreshing. Please make me one!
simply.food says
June 2, 2010 at 7:48 pmA lovely smoothie ,healthy too and beautiful colour.
Cristina TeenieCakes says
June 2, 2010 at 8:17 pmThis is good stuff and what smoothies are all about. I bet the ginger just gives it that special zing!
Rick says
June 2, 2010 at 10:28 pmAnything green is great in my book! I love the umbrella too.
lequan@luvtoeat says
June 2, 2010 at 10:42 pmWhat a great idea to use crystalized ginger in a smoothie. I never would have thought to combine ginger and soy milk. What a refreshing drink this must be. Love the combo of ingredients. Best of luck with the challenge Biren.
love2cook says
June 2, 2010 at 11:16 pmIrresistible and refreshing smoothie! I want some with that glass too! 😀
Julie M. says
June 3, 2010 at 12:03 amThat looks really good! I just discovered agave as well and am loving it. I think I'll be trying this one.
denise fletcher says
June 3, 2010 at 1:15 amI love anything green and the flavor combination here is divine! I imagine this would be so refreshing and revitalising. I'm staring at my monster blender on the counter and feel like whizzing one up now – I actually have most of the ingredients, except agave nectar …
Lazaro says
June 3, 2010 at 2:13 amBeautiful idea for the smoothie. A true 5 star foodie makeover. Good luck Biren!
the lacquer spoon says
June 3, 2010 at 2:21 amYour recipe tells we can make healthy smoothie without adding fruits. Delish!
rotinrice says
June 3, 2010 at 2:38 amI am loving the agave nectar too! This smoothie is quite different and the crystallized ginger gives it zing!
rotinrice says
June 3, 2010 at 2:43 amThe ginger does give it zing! It is not what you would expect from a smoothie 🙂
CaseyAngelova says
June 3, 2010 at 4:32 amThis looks great. Did you crystalize your own ginger? I have been looking for a good recipe. The last time I tried it I wasn't 100% happy with the results.
penny aka jeroxie says
June 3, 2010 at 6:01 amGreat idea! YUM to smoothie.
sweetlife says
June 3, 2010 at 7:15 ami'm so glad you found agave, it's simple wonderful, I love the color of the smoothie and the ginger I bet it added such great flavor
sweetlife
pigpigscorner says
June 3, 2010 at 9:28 amThe combo sounds really interesting! must be really tasty with the ginger!
Joanne says
June 3, 2010 at 11:25 amCrystallized ginger is one of my favorite things to snack on! I've never thought to put it in a smoothie…you've got me entranced.
Anna says
June 3, 2010 at 2:23 pmLovely smoothie Biren, loved the little umbrella, great combination pear and ginger.
marymoh says
June 3, 2010 at 3:18 pmMmmm….all things healthy in a glass! A great way to feed everyone 😀
rotinrice says
June 3, 2010 at 4:13 pmUnfortunately not. I would be interested if you find a recipe. It will be so cool to crystallize your own ginger. It would also make a great post.
rotinrice says
June 3, 2010 at 4:26 pmPerhaps you can try it with honey instead. Agave is a little sweeter and less viscous…more the consistency of maple syrup. It is fun to discover new ingredients 🙂
shriya says
June 3, 2010 at 6:31 pmwow!!! I love it. Very new to me. Love the presentation.
This could make for a great entry in to our Sizzling Summer Contest. check it out in ST. you could win one of two $50 prizes.
CaseyAngelova says
June 3, 2010 at 6:32 pmI am looking out for a good recipe and a post will follow. I like to work out the kinks.
rotinrice says
June 3, 2010 at 6:36 pmThanks Casey! I am looking forward to your post 🙂
Stella says
June 3, 2010 at 7:50 pmOoh Biren, this sounds so healthful and delicious too with the soy and matcha. Hey, I never see organic silk around here anymore! Where did you get that?
Stella says
June 3, 2010 at 7:52 pmOh, and how did you like the agave? It tastes like cotton candy, no? By the way, it also registers in the body about 25% less in terms of blood glucose, which is good I guess…
rotinrice says
June 3, 2010 at 8:06 pmHi Stella! I buy my organic silk at Super Target. My local health food store also carries it. It is so nice and creamy and I have been buying it since my CO days.
I am loving the agave. I am surprised to find that it is so nice and light 🙂
Cookin' Canuck says
June 5, 2010 at 4:42 amI love the flavors in this healthy smoothie. Crystallized ginger has such a great bite to it.
bunkycooks says
June 7, 2010 at 2:25 amSounds yummy! Gotta love any umbrella drink! 😉
Ma What's For Dinner says
June 7, 2010 at 6:56 pmSounds amazing, healthy, and perfect for summer. I'm in!
Lots of yummy love,
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Monet says
June 8, 2010 at 7:04 pmAfter another warm day….this sounds perfect. I love the flavors and I'm sure this is super refreshing. Thank you for sharing, Biren!
rotinrice says
June 8, 2010 at 9:12 pmHi Monet! Thanks for visiting and leaving a comment. Smoothies are really perfect for this time of the year.