Cherry Mint Smoothie
Revitalize your mornings or recharge your afternoons with this refreshing Cherry Mint Smoothie! Bursting with the sweet-tart flavor of frozen cherries and the cool, aromatic touch of fresh mint leaves, this nutrient-packed drink is both invigorating and satisfying. Blended with creamy plain Greek yogurt, unsweetened almond milk, and a drizzle of honey for optional sweetness, this smoothie offers a perfectly balanced treat that’s high in protein and low in guilt. The addition of ice cubes ensures a frothy, chilled texture, making it an ideal choice for warm days or post-workout recovery. Ready in just 5 minutes, this vibrant, antioxidant-rich smoothie serves two and can be garnished with a sprig of mint or whole cherries for a beautiful, café-style presentation. Perfect for fans of healthy smoothie recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups frozen cherries
- 10 pieces fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- 4 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Place the frozen cherries, fresh mint leaves, plain Greek yogurt, unsweetened almond milk, and honey (if using) into a blender.
Add the ice cubes to the blender for an extra chilled and frothy texture.
Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Stop to scrape down the sides of the blender if needed.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more honey, if desired.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and garnish with a sprig of mint or a few whole cherries, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Cherry Mint Smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
337 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.9 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 190 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.1 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.6 g | ||
| Protein | 16.4 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 608 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 800 mg | 17% | |
*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.
