Cherry Blueberry Smoothie
Brighten your day with this vibrant Cherry Blueberry Smoothie, a nutrient-packed blend of sweet frozen cherries, juicy blueberries, and creamy banana. Perfectly balanced with protein-rich Greek yogurt, a splash of almond milk, and a hint of vanilla, this smoothie is ready in just 5 minutes, making it an ideal breakfast or snack option for busy mornings. Customize the sweetness with a touch of honey, and enjoy a refreshingly frosty texture thanks to a few ice cubes. Not only is this smoothie bursting with antioxidants and natural flavors, but it also boasts a gorgeous deep-purple hue that’s sure to impress. Serve it with an optional garnish of fresh berries or mint for a picture-perfect finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen cherries
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 medium banana
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.75 cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Add the frozen cherries, frozen blueberries, and banana (peeled and cut into chunks) to a high-speed blender.
Add the Greek yogurt, almond milk, honey (if using), and vanilla extract to the blender.
Top with the ice cubes for a thicker, frostier texture.
Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more honey if desired.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately.
Optional: Garnish with fresh cherries, blueberries, or a sprig of mint for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
476 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.4 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 154 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.3 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 78.9 g | ||
| Protein | 12.7 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 466 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1104 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
