Blackberries give this smoothie its deep purple colour, and passion fruit adds an intensely tropical aroma. The lamb's lettuce disappears completely in taste and colour.
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Garnish: A few blackberries · Ice: Served up, no ice
Method
Wash the lamb's lettuce thoroughly and let it drain.
Sort and rinse the blackberries.
Halve the passion fruit and scoop the pulp with its seeds into the blender.
Blend everything with the water until smooth, taste, add honey if needed and serve.
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Taste
Tart and fruity with intense passion fruit aroma, dark berry notes and a light seed crunch.
About this smoothie
Passion fruit is small but extraordinarily aromatic: the pulp of a single fruit is enough to perfume a whole glass. Its sharp, tropical acidity pairs well with the dark, slightly earthy sweetness of blackberries.
A small amount of lamb's lettuce adds some greens without changing the flavour, as the berry colour hides it completely. Blackberries are a good source of fibre and vitamin C. A drizzle of honey helps if the berries are very tart.
Bartender tips
Choose a wrinkled passion fruit: the skin shrivels as it ripens and the pulp gets sweeter.
Frozen blackberries work well and make the smoothie colder and thicker.
Variations
Creamy version
Add half a banana or 2 tbsp yogurt for a rounder, less tart smoothie.
Frequently asked questions
Can I eat the passion fruit seeds?
Yes, they are edible and give a pleasant crunch. For a smooth drink, press the pulp through a sieve first.
Can I use frozen blackberries?
Yes, use the same weight straight from the freezer.
Is it vegan?
Yes, if you leave out the honey or use maple syrup.