Description
This Zesty Cherry Smoothie is a quick and refreshing health boost packed with antioxidants and vibrant flavors. Made with fresh or frozen cherries, creamy Greek yogurt, and zesty fresh ginger and lemon, it’s a perfect energizing drink to start your day or refresh anytime. Optional chia seeds add fiber and texture, while substitutions make it adaptable for vegan and dairy-free diets.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries (pitted)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
Optional Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- Splash of water or almond milk (to blend)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the cherries, Greek yogurt, orange juice, honey, freshly grated ginger, lemon zest, and ice cubes into a blender.
- Blend Smooth: Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Adjust Consistency: If the smoothie is too thick, add a splash of water or almond milk to loosen the texture and blend again briefly.
- Add Chia Seeds: Stir in the chia seeds after blending for added texture and nutrition, or blend them in if you prefer a smoother consistency.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy immediately for a refreshing and zesty health boost.
Notes
- Swap orange juice for fresh-squeezed grapefruit juice for a tangier flavor.
- Add a handful of spinach for extra greens without changing the flavor significantly.
- Using frozen cherries eliminates the need for ice and keeps the smoothie chilled.
- For a vegan alternative, replace Greek yogurt with coconut or almond yogurt.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
