Durian Smoothie
Okay, I get it durian isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. But if you do love this spiky Southeast Asian fruit (or you’re curious enough to give it a go), this durian smoothie might just win you over. It’s creamy, tropical, and surprisingly simple with just three ingredients. And yes, it’s even suitable for a flexi carnivore diet, since it contains no grains, no legumes, and low toxin natural fruit.
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What You’ll Need
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 pod of frozen durian (seed removed)
- Enough milk (dairy or carnivore-approved alt milk) to just cover the banana in your blender
- Optional: A few ice cubes for extra chill
How to Make It
- Place the peeled banana and the seedless durian pod into a jug. (You can microwave the durian if frozen gentle on defrost in the microwave until you can get the seed out, make sure not to heat it).
- Pour milk over the fruit, just enough to cover the banana.
- Use a hand blender to blend everything until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a glass, and drink it cold
Why This Smoothie Works for a Flexi Carnivore Diet
A flexi carnivore diet isn’t about strict zero-carb living, it’s about animal-based eating with some flexibility, especially for fruits that digest easily. This smoothie is a great occasional treat if you’re following that approach. It’s packed with whole-food nutrition and doesn’t rely on grains, seeds, or processed sugar.
I personally found durian, the brand I have is very strong on it’s own. Note there are many types of durian so worth trying a few if you don’t like the first you try as they’ll have a slightly different taste profile.
Nutritional Benefits
🥭 Durian
- Rich in healthy fats, B vitamins (especially B6), and potassium
- Contains natural sugars and fiber
- High in antioxidants that support inflammation control
- Offers small amounts of iron and magnesium
🍌 Banana
- Great source of natural energy from simple carbs
- High in vitamin B6, vitamin C, and potassium
- Supports digestion with its prebiotic fiber
🥛 Milk
- A solid source of protein, calcium, and vitamin D
- Adds creaminess and satiety
- Choose full-fat dairy or a carnivore-friendly milk like raw milk, A2 milk, or even animal-based milk substitutes
This durian smoothie is sweet, creamy, and just a little funky, exactly how durian lovers like it. It’s a great way to experiment with tropical fruit while staying aligned with a more flexible animal based eating approach. Plus, it’s ready in under 2 minutes. No fancy blenders, no mess just real food.
Durian Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 pod of frozen durian seed removed
- Milk dairy or carnivore-approved alt milk to just cover the banana in your blender
- Optional: A few ice cubes for extra chill
Instructions
- Place the peeled banana and the seedless durian pod into a jug. (You can microwave the durian if frozen gentle on defrost in the microwave until you can get the seed out, make sure not to heat it).
- Pour milk over the fruit, just enough to cover the banana.
- Use a hand blender to blend everything until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a glass, and drink it cold
