Saucy Smoothie
Elevate your smoothie game with the vibrant and indulgent "Saucy Smoothie," a perfect blend of creamy, fruity goodness topped with a homemade berry coulis for a gourmet twist. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of frozen mixed berries and banana with the creamy tang of Greek yogurt, while almond milk ensures a silky-smooth texture. The highlight is the easy-to-make berry coulis, crafted with strawberries or raspberries, sugar, and water, which adds a luscious, syrupy swirl to your glass and an extra burst of flavor to every sip. Ready in just 10 minutes, this smoothie is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a refreshingly elegant treat to wow your guests. Packed with antioxidants and protein, it’s as nourishing as it is indulgent. Try it today and transform your smoothie routine into an artful experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries
- 1 medium banana
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 cup berries (for coulis, such as strawberries or raspberries)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for coulis)
- 1 tablespoon water (for coulis)
Instructions
Start by making the coulis for the 'saucy' garnish. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of berries (such as strawberries or raspberries), 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, and 1 tablespoon of water over medium heat.
Stir the mixture and cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the berries break down and form a syrupy consistency.
Remove the coulis from heat and strain it through a fine mesh sieve into a small bowl to remove seeds. Set the coulis aside to cool.
Prepare the smoothie by adding 1 cup of frozen mixed berries, 1 medium banana (peeled and sliced), 1 cup of plain Greek yogurt, 1 cup of almond milk, and 1 tablespoon of honey (if desired) to a blender.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, add an extra splash of almond milk and blend again.
To serve, drizzle 1-2 tablespoons of the coulis onto the inside walls of two tall glasses to create a decorative swirl.
Pour the smoothie into the glasses and garnish with a small spoonful of coulis on top for extra flair. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.3 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 172 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.7 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 510 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 902 mg | 19% | |
*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.
