Delightful Cherry Smoothie
A refreshing cherry smoothie bursting with flavor, perfect for a nutritious treat or breakfast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup tart cherries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 ripe banana
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 cup plant-based milk (e.g., almond milk)
- 1 scoop of protein powder (optional)
- A handful of spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the banana and pitting the cherries.
- Add the tart cherries and banana to the blender.
- Incorporate almond butter and almond extract.
- Pour in plant-based milk and adjust for desired thickness.
- Throw in optional protein powder and spinach.
- Blend until smooth, adding more milk if needed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness with honey or maple syrup if desired.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy!
Notes
Add garnishes like granola or whole cherries for extra flair. Explore variations with tropical fruits or chocolate for a twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cherry smoothie, healthy smoothie, vegan smoothie, summer drink
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