Lemon Cheesecake Smoothie Glass (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Smoothie Base

01 - 1 medium lemon, zest and flesh
02 - 240 ml light canned coconut milk
03 - 50 g cooked or canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
04 - 1 to 2 medjool dates, pitted
05 - 25 g chopped pecan nuts
06 - 150 g frozen mango pieces
07 - 0.25 teaspoon ground turmeric
08 - 0.125 teaspoon fine sea salt
09 - 0.5 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
10 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup, optional

# Instructions:

01 - Zest the lemon and place the zest into a blender.
02 - Cut away the peel and pith from the lemon, preserving the flesh. Add the lemon flesh to the blender; discard the pith and peel.
03 - Add coconut milk, chickpeas, dates, pecans, frozen mango, turmeric, salt, and apple cider vinegar to the blender with the lemon.
04 - Blend all ingredients until the mixture becomes completely smooth. Adjust with additional coconut milk or water if a thinner consistency is desired.
05 - Taste and, if desired, add maple syrup for added sweetness. Blend briefly to combine. Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.

# Notes:

01 - For optimal creaminess, use thoroughly chilled coconut milk and mango.