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Printed September 1, 2026

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Tahini Date Smoothie

Name: Tahini Date Smoothie
Ingredients: 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based); 6 Medjool dates, pitted; 3 tablespoons tahini; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup ice

This Middle Eastern-inspired breakfast drink is creamy, naturally sweet, and surprisingly filling thanks to tahini's protein and healthy fats.

1 min Mild Rebel 5 ingredients

Ingredients

1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
6 Medjool dates, pitted
3 tablespoons tahini
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup ice

Preparation

Dates and tahini are a classic pairing in many cuisines, but blending them into a smoothie creates something that tastes almost like liquid halva—rich, nutty, and indulgent while being completely wholesome.

Preparation

If dates are very firm, soak them in warm water for 5 minutes, then drain.
Add milk, dates, tahini, and vanilla to a blender.
Blend on high speed until completely smooth and dates are fully incorporated, about 1 minute.
Add ice and blend again until smooth and frothy.
Pour into glasses and serve immediately. The smoothie will thicken as it sits.

5-Ingredient Magic

Tahini Date Smoothie

July 9, 2026 1 min read Mild Rebel 5 ingredients

This Middle Eastern-inspired breakfast drink is creamy, naturally sweet, and surprisingly filling thanks to tahini's protein and healthy fats.

Ingredients

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1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
6 Medjool dates, pitted
3 tablespoons tahini
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup ice

The Story & Steps

Preparation

If dates are very firm, soak them in warm water for 5 minutes, then drain.
Add milk, dates, tahini, and vanilla to a blender.
Blend on high speed until completely smooth and dates are fully incorporated, about 1 minute.
Add ice and blend again until smooth and frothy.
Pour into glasses and serve immediately. The smoothie will thicken as it sits.

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