Strawberry Smoothie Easy Healthy And Simple Wellplated Com

A few years ago, I got into a total smoothie kick and stocked our pantry with every kind of nut, seed, and super powder. I filled our freezer with a rainbow of fruit, such as strawberries, blueberries, mangos, and pineapple, and fancied myself a smoothie artist. From a sunshine Carrot Smoothie to a Blueberry Spinach Smoothie that would fit right into Picasso’s blue period, I had a smoothie for every color on the wheel and lots of variations. Today’s healthy strawberry smoothie—a masterpiece of simplicity! With just 5 simple ingredients, it’s an easy, cool, and creamy recipe that offers ample protein, vitamins, and nutrients with very little prep time. Serve it for breakfast, use it to refuel after a workout, or blend one up for an afternoon snack for your kids. Then, sip happy! Getting servings of fruits for the day really can be this tasty! As with any smoothie recipe, this easy strawberry smoothie is ultra-versatile.

Get your veggies in with a few handfuls of spinach or kale (like this Strawberry Spinach Smoothie).Boost it with additional protein by adding a teaspoon of flaxseeds, chia seeds, or a scoop of your favorite protein powder.Add some healthy fats and extra creaminess with a scoop of avocado (or try this Apple Avocado Smoothie or this Blueberry Avocado Smoothie).Cut strawberry smoothie calories by reducing the amount of nut butter and using a more moderate amount of honey.

However you choose to blend up this simple smoothie recipe, remember that the key to a great smoothie (and art) is knowing when to stop. (I mean, imagine if DaVinci had given the Mona Lisa a hat?!)

How to Make a Strawberry Smoothie

Sometimes, as this frozen strawberry smoothie (and this Peach Smoothie) proves, less is more. The ingredients couldn’t be simpler, and strawberry smoothies are good for you too.

The Ingredients

Strawberries. Thanks to the strawberries, a strawberry smoothie contains oodles of vitamin C and fiber. I like to use frozen berries (be sure they don’t contain added sugar) because they make the smoothie ultra-thick and have a creamy texture. (If you love strawberries in your smoothie, try this Greek Yogurt Smoothie next!)

Yogurt. We always have plain Greek yogurt on hand for healthy snacks (like these Berry Parfait Yogurt Popsicles), and I use it in a lot of my cooking too. Making your strawberry smoothie with yogurt gives it a smooth, creamy consistency and adds protein and calcium.

Honey + Vanilla Extract. Frozen strawberries can be pretty bland on their own. A squirt or two of honey sweetens the smoothie naturally, without making it overwhelming. The vanilla extract gives it a wonderful flavor.Almond Butter. Adding nut butter to smoothies is an instant way to make them more satisfying. The healthy fats in almond butter will keep you full for longer.

Milk. Smoothies are better with milk than water, as it makes them creamier and more flavorful. Use any kind you like for a perfectly simple and easy strawberry smoothie. Personally, I make my strawberry smoothie recipes (and most others) with almond milk because I enjoy its mild taste and creamy consistency.

The Directions

Storage Tips

To Store. Store blended strawberry smoothies in an airtight glass or jar for up to 1 day. Shake well, then enjoy.

Recommended Tools to Make this Recipe

High-Powered Blender. If you like to make smoothies a lot (like my Apple Smoothie), a high-powered blender is well worth the investment (otherwise, for a regular blender, this is a great option.)Stainless Steel Straws. Make everything you drink through them, from smoothies to iced coffee, taste extra cool and refreshing. Fun Glassware. Use a fun glass for yourself or as a great way to serve a strawberry smoothie for kids.

Simple strawberry smoothie: you are truly a masterpiece! Or, if you prefer to make the strawberry smoothie without yogurt, you can simply omit it. Add a few banana slices as desired to make it creamier. I opted to make this a strawberry smoothie no banana, because (wait for it) I didn’t have one on hand. Also, while I adore bananas in smoothies (they’re naturally sweet, make the smoothie super thick, and are rich in potassium), their flavor can sometimes overtake the rest of the ingredients. I also made this Strawberry Mango Smoothie without banana. I wanted every sip of this strawberry smoothie to taste like pure strawberry. Making it without banana does just that. If you plan to make smoothies a lot, it might be worth looking into options, but if not (or if the price tag is out of reach), you can still make a yummy smoothie with a standard blender. I’ve included some tips in the note section of the recipe card.