Somewhere between a smoothie and a spicy tomato juice: ripe tomatoes and red pepper give body, ginger and chili bring the heat, and coconut water a hint of sweetness.
5 g
ginger peeled, about 1 cm
¼
red chili seeded for less heat (optional)
5 oz
coconut water
½ tsp
honey to taste (optional)
Garnish: None · Ice: Served up, no ice
Tomato Ginger Smoothie
Savoury and juicy, fresh tomato flavour with warming ginger and chili heat and a slight sweetness.
Tomatoes and red peppers make a savoury, juicy base that recalls a fresh vegetable juice. Tomatoes are a source of the red pigment lycopene, and red peppers are known for their vitamin C. Fresh ginger and a little chili give the drink a pleasant warmth, while coconut water and a touch of honey soften the acidity.
This smoothie tastes best with ripe summer tomatoes. It makes a good savoury snack or a light starter, and a pinch of salt suits it well.
It has a mild to medium heat, depending on the chili. Leave the chili out for a milder version.
Fresh tomatoes are best, but in winter 200 g canned tomatoes work.
Yes, if you leave out the honey or use agave syrup.
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