Cherry Smoothie
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Cherry Smoothie
Description
The Cherry Smoothie is prepared by combining a choice of cherry juice, cran-cherry juice, apple juice, or white grape juice with frozen dark sweet cherries, half a banana, and vanilla-flavored Greek yogurt in a blender. Blending until smooth creates a thick, creamy consistency with a blend of sweet and tart elements.
The frozen cherries chill the smoothie and contribute to its texture, while the yogurt adds protein and a mild tang. The banana rounds out the flavor with natural sweetness and smoothness. Garnishing with fresh cherries and mint sprigs adds a fresh herbal note and visual appeal.
This smoothie suits a quick, fruit-forward beverage for any time of day, offering hydration and a boost of fruity flavor. Its ingredients are straightforward, resulting in a wholesome and simple drink without added sugars or artificial flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups juice cherry juice, cran-cherry juice, apple juice or white grape juice
- 1 banana cut in half
- 1 1/2 cups dark sweet cherries frozen
- 3/4 cup Greek yogurt vanilla flavor
- Cherry optional, fresh, for garnish
- mint optional, fresh, for garnish
Instructions
- Place the juice, banana, cherries and yogurt in a blender.
- Blend until completely smooth.
- Pour into 2 glasses and serve, topped with fresh cherries and mint sprigs if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 271 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 271kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 61g | 20% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 33mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 705mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 48g | 96% |
| Vitamin A | 105IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.