Strawberry Smoothie
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
187 kcal
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Cuisine
American
Strawberry Smoothie
Description
The Strawberry Smoothie combines frozen strawberries and ripe banana with Greek yogurt and milk to achieve a creamy texture and balanced sweetness. Including a sweetener such as honey or maple syrup enhances the natural fruit flavors. The use of frozen strawberries contributes to a chilled consistency, while the banana adds body and smoothness.
Blending these ingredients thoroughly results in a smoothie with a vibrant pink color and refreshing taste. Optional add-ins like almond butter, vanilla extract, or fresh herbs such as basil or mint allow for customizable flavors and added nutritional benefits.
This smoothie can be served immediately for the best texture and freshness. It also keeps well refrigerated for up to a couple of days, making it a convenient option for quick nourishment on busy days or as a complement to breakfast or light meals.
Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberry frozen
- 1 banana room temperature
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup milk or plant-based alternative like almond milk or oat milk
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sweetener honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup
- 1/2 cup ice
- almond butter 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon almond butter, basil or mint leaves, optional add-in, 1 tablespoon
Instructions
- Combine the frozen strawberries, banana pieces, Greek yogurt, milk, sweetener of choice, and ice into a blender. If using any optional add-ins, include them as well.
- Blend the mixture on high speed until it reaches a creamy and smooth consistency. Don't forget to pause a few times and scrape down the sides.
- Pour the smoothie into glasses, garnish with a frozen strawberry and a sprig of mint if desired, and serve immediately. You can also store it in a mason jar in the fridge for a couple of days.
- DEVOUR!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 187 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 187kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 16mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 60mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 650mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 23g | 46% |
| Vitamin A | 254IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 90mg | 100% |
| Calcium | 206mg | 21% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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