Description
This Cherry Strawberry Smoothie is a quick, refreshing, and nutrient-packed drink perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack. Made with frozen strawberries, dark sweet cherries, dairy-free milk, vegan protein powder, and cashews, it offers a delicious balance of natural sweetness, protein, and healthy fats in just five minutes.
Ingredients
Fruit
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 cup frozen dark sweet cherries
Liquids
- 1 cup dairy free milk
Protein and Nuts
- 1 serving vanilla vegan protein powder (or 1/4 cup of oats)
- 2 tbsp cashews
Instructions
- Measure ingredients: Begin by accurately measuring all ingredients as listed. Use 1 cup of frozen strawberries and 1/2 cup of frozen dark sweet cherries to ensure the smoothie has a rich fruit base. Measure 1 cup of your preferred dairy-free milk to keep it creamy and vegan-friendly.
- Combine in blender: Add the ingredients into your blender in the order specified: fruit first, then liquids, followed by protein powder or oats, and finally the cashews. Layering the ingredients this way helps them blend smoothly without sticking.
- Blend until smooth: Blend the mixture on high speed until it reaches a creamy, smooth consistency with no chunks remaining. This typically takes about 30-60 seconds depending on your blender’s power.
Notes
- You can substitute the vanilla vegan protein powder with 1/4 cup of oats for added fiber and a creamier texture.
- Feel free to use any dairy-free milk such as almond, soy, oat, or coconut milk based on your taste and dietary preference.
- For extra sweetness, add a teaspoon of natural sweetener like maple syrup or agave nectar if desired.
- Add a handful of spinach or kale for a nutrient boost without altering the flavor significantly.
- To make the smoothie colder and thicker, add a few ice cubes before blending.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothies
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
