Yam Smoothie

This smoothie is a favorite in my family and is quick and easy to make. You could also use a large can of yams in place of cooking the fresh ones.

Original recipe makes 8 servings

Ingredients

2 medium yams
3 cups vanilla yogurt
1 cup milk
2 cups ice cubes
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 ripe banana, sliced

  • PREP

    5 mins

  • COOK

    10 mins

  • READY IN

    15 mins

Directions

  1. Prick yams with a fork, and place on a plate. Cook in the microwave for 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until tender. Cool, peel and dice.
  2. Combine the yams, yogurt, milk, ice cubes, sugar and banana in the container of a blender. Blend until smooth.

Nutrition

Calories: 226 kcal
Carbohydrates: 45.9 g
Cholesterol: 7 mg
Fat: 2 g
Fiber: 4.5 g
Protein: 7.2 g
Sodium: 84 mg