Perfect Strawberry Smoothie Recipes

Fruit smoothies, especially strawberry smoothies are a delightful combination of health and flavor. Bursting with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants like vitamin C and manganese, strawberries offer a nutritious boost to any smoothie. Low in calorie and high in fiber, they provide sweetness without excessive sugar, promoting satiety and aiding digestion. Their versatility allows for endless customization options, whether blended with bananas for added sweetness, cashews for creaminess or greens for fiber, strawberry smoothies are always a hit!  

So, how do we make the perfect strawberry smoothie that is simple and customizable to your preferences? The best strawberry smoothie recipe is a simple one! Here is the most basic & easy strawberry smoothie.

Classic Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe AKA Strawberry Banana Sunrise Smoothie

• 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
• 1 ripe banana
• 1/2 cup dairy-free milk
• 1 Medjool date
• Ice cubes (if using fresh strawberries)

Instructions:

1. Wash the strawberries and remove the stems if using fresh ones.
2. Peel the banana and break it into smaller pieces.
3. Place the strawberries, banana, milk, and date (if using) into a blender.
4. Add a handful of ice cubes if you’re using fresh strawberries or if you prefer a colder smoothie.
5. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender if needed. Add more milk or water until desired consistency. 
6. Once satisfied with the consistency, pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately.

Healthy Recipes

Favorite & simple ingredients to combine with fresh strawberries:

• coconut milk 
• orange juice
• vanilla yogurt (creamy texture)
• soy milk (any plant-based milk)
• coconut water 
• almond butter
• peanut butter (PB&J)
• frozen banana
• chia seeds (to make jam)
• hemp seeds (strawberry milk)
• vanilla almond milk (or any choice of milk)
• fresh berries
• fruit juice
• flax seeds (healthy fats)
• handful of ice (slushy)
• favorite protein powder (extra protein)

Want a sweeter smoothie for a sweat treat? Add dates, banana, maple syrup (strawberry milkshake) 

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