Just in time for Valentine’s Day, it’s a L~O~V~E drink — an Aphrodisiac Smoothie, made with special aphrodisiac ingredients that you just might have in your kitchen!
My mother in law had this amazing blender that was just collecting dust at her house, so she brought it to me. It is one of those super duper blenders that can even make hot soups because it spins so fast.
I love this thing. Â You can check it out here! Â I have had nothing but wonderful things to say about it. Â It can really blend anything. Â I make sauces and soups and puree all kinds of things in it. Â It crushes ice like nobody’s business.
Today, I’m sharing my Love Smoothie full of aphrodisiacs! This has become my favorite smoothie lately. You won’t believe what’s in it. I know I was seriously skeptical when I made it the very first time because I am a picky eater. I have never been one to enjoy fruits mixed with veggies in my smoothies because food textures drive me crazy. But, this smoothie is really delicious.
So I’m sure you’re wondering what’s in it. Here’s the recipe:
Pomegranates are full of antioxidants which protect the lining of blood vessels which can increase genital sensitivity. The word “Aphrodisiac” comes from the Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite, and she planted the first pomegranate tree. Pomegranates are often viewed as a sign of fertility because of their many seeds. There’s also studies recently that suggest drinking pomegranate juice daily can lower cortisol levels (the stress hormone), which can increase testosterone in both men and women.
Bananas are obviously very phallic shaped, but they also have loads of vitamin B and potassium which are so important for the production of sex hormones. During ancient times in Central America the sap from red bananas was drunk and known to be an elixir of love.
The Aztecs called avocados “ahuacuatl” which means “testicle tree.” They thought it also could incite increased libido. It’s even said that Catholic priests in Spain found the fruit to be obscene and forbid it. Vitamin E in avocados helps your body make sex hormones. It’s also rich in folic acid, B6, and potassium, which contribute to increased fertility.
Strawberries are also a symbol of Aphrodite. It’s said that after Adonis died, she wept little little red hearts that fell to the ground, which is where strawberries originated.  During the Middle Ages, they were seen as fruits of seduction and temptation. They are also said to symbolize the nipple and are chock full of vitamin C, antioxidants and phytochemicals. It’s said if you find a double strawberry and break it in half to share with someone special, you will find true love.
Table of Contents
More Love Recipes
- Chocolate Mint Body Butter
- LadyBug Love Cookies
- Valentine Swirl Cheesecake Bars
- Shrimp Italiano for 2
- A Lascivious Love Potion
DIY Love Ideas
- Surprise Your Husband with Love Notes
- More Love Notes to Send Your Significant Other
- How to make a Gnome Love Jar for Valentine’s Day
- Play I Love You Bingo with your Love with this Free Printable!
- DIY Valentine Love Jar & Our Love Story
Drink a LOVE Smoothie
Ingredients
- 6 oz plain Greek yogurt
- 4 oz unsweetened pomegranate juice
- 1 banana
- 1/2 of an avocado
- strawberry for garnish
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients and blend until smooth.
- Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 463Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 82mgCarbohydrates: 65gFiber: 12gSugar: 41gProtein: 21g
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17 comments
Ooooh, I am going to have to slip one to my hubby. Wink wink.
I love the idea of this. And aphrodisiac how cannot go wrong? Totally going to do it thanks for the idea.
This sounds really good and good for you! Avocados are great for your skin too!
Well, that sure sounds good! I wouldn’t mind drinking that any day. I love smoothies with a bunch of fruits in it!
Ooh, avocado and pomegranate juice! I like this idea. I could make this for a morning smoothie on Valentine’s Day.
I love this! It looks so incredible! I want to try this for Valentine’s Day!
Ohh i really love smoothie and i want to try avocado’s
All these fruits are great for the body. I could drink these smoothies everyday.
Looks delicious and easy! Will serve that at dinner’s night on Heart’s day.
haven’t tried pomegranate to my smoothie! will try this soon!
This smoothie looks really yummy! So love it. Awesome.
I love my avocado smoothie. I will have to add pomegranate to it. Plus try your recipe to
I will have to try this. Not for anything else (wink!) but just for the vitamins, minerals and healthy fats that I can get from it.
Oooolala! Stumbled!
My goodness, that looks like a healthy & delicious smoothie that any one could fall in love. The combination of pomegranate, strawberry & avocado along with banana & yogurt makes it an easy yet awesome recipe, that I would love to try this weekend.
Yum! This smoothie looks good! I love a good smoothie for breakfast. Thanks!
Mmm this looks so yummy. I love what you did with the props as well with the strawberry cupids arrow. So cute!