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Black Eyed Pea Leaves Sweet Smoothie

Black eyed pea leaf sweet smoothie recipe mixes eyed pea leaves with bananas, mangoes, ginger, and honey to create a healthy, delicious green smoothie.

Sweet Morogo Smoothie

Black-eyed Pea leaves sweet smoothie ingredients and directions.

Prep time: 10 min Cook time: 2 minutes Total time: 12 min

Ingredients
2 handfuls of black-eyed pea leaves
1 overripe banana
1 cup mango juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 small piece fresh ginger
Handful of ice cubes

Directions
Add all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. You can add 2 tablespoons of low-fat yogurt to the recipe if desired.

Did you know black eyed pea leaves are safe to eat and taste mild, like spinach? Morogo is a Botswana and South African word that refers to many kinds of green, leafy vegetables, particularly from the green leaves of plants such as green amaranth, cowpeas, or black-eyed peas. South Africa and Botswana are African countries where many people still use traditional vegetables daily for food, such as black-eyed pea leaves.


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African Gourmet FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The African Gourmet blog about?

The African Gourmet explores African food, history, and culture through recipes, folktales, and proverbs written for curious readers worldwide.

Who writes The African Gourmet?

The blog is written and curated by Ivy, a lifelong historian and storyteller who highlights Africa’s culinary and cultural richness.

How can I find African recipes on this site?

Use the “African Recipes” category or explore posts like African Recipes for regional dishes and ingredients.

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Where can I learn more about African proverbs and folklore?

Explore our African Proverbs and African Folktales sections for timeless wisdom and stories.

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