Cherry Lime Smoothie
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Cherry Lime Smoothie
Description
The Cherry Lime Smoothie recipe combines frozen tart cherries with fresh lime zest and juice, dates softened by soaking, plain Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, almond milk, and ice. The soaking of dates softens them, helping to produce a smooth and sweet blend without gritty bits. Once combined in a high-powered blender, the ingredients create a balanced flavor profile with the cherries contributing fruity tartness, lime adding brightness, and yogurt providing richness and creaminess.
The texture is smooth and thickened by the yogurt and ice, achieving a chilled beverage with a slight natural sweetness and tang. The almond milk allows adjustment of consistency and adds dairy-free options if substituted with dairy-free yogurt. The vanilla enhances the overall flavor blend subtly.
This smoothie suits a refreshing breakfast or snack, providing fruit, dairy protein, and natural sweetness. Adjusting milk quantity helps tailor thickness, and various dairy-free yogurts can be substituted to accommodate dietary needs. It can be a versatile base for additional nutritious add-ins if desired.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cherry frozen tart
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh
- 2 Medjool dates large pitted
- ½ cup yogurt plain, Greek
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ¼-½ cup dairy free milk almond is my fav, plus more as needed
- ½ cup ice
Instructions
- First soak your pitted dates in 1 cup of very warm water for at least 5 minutes. This will help them soften up and perfect for blending. While the dates are soaking you can get all your other ingredients out, measured and ready.
- Add all ingredients to a high powered blender: frozen cherries, lime zest, lime juice, pitted dates, greek yogurt, vanilla, milk, and ice. Feel free to add any optional add-ins to your smoothie if you’d like. Blend until smooth, adding more milk to thin, if necessary. Pour into a glass and enjoy!
Notes
- Soak pitted dates in warm water for at least 5 minutes to achieve smooth blending and enhanced sweetness.
- Substitute plain Greek yogurt with a dairy-free alternative to make the smoothie vegan-friendly.
- Adjust the amount of almond milk to reach desired smoothie thickness and consistency.
- Optional add-ins can be included at blending for customization.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 356 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1smoothie | |
| Calories | 356cal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 62g | 21% |
| Protein | 14.1g | 28% |
| Fat | 7.7g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1g | 16% |
| Fiber | 6.1g | 24% |
| Sugar | 52.1g | 104% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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