Iranian Date Walnut and Ginger Drink
A delightful blend of dates, walnuts, and ginger, this creamy drink is a warm hug in a cup that brings a taste of Persian culture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Iranian
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dates, pitted
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 1 cup water (or more for desired consistency)
- 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 1 cup milk (optional for creaminess)
- Ice cubes (optional for serving)
Instructions
- Soak the dates and walnuts in warm water for about 30 minutes to soften.
- Drain and add the dates and walnuts to a blender, along with the grated ginger and 1 cup of water.
- Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, adding more water if needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Add the milk at this stage and blend again until fully combined and creamy (optional).
- Serve your delightful drink chilled or over ice for an invigorating experience.
Notes
Soaking the dates and walnuts enhances the drink’s creaminess. Adjust the consistency with water or milk to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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