Strawberry Basil Refresher Smoothie
Strawberry Basil Refresher Smoothie
Ingredients
For the Smoothie
- 3 cups strawberries, fresh or frozen, hulled
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup coconut water
- 1 tablespoon honey, or maple syrup, adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/2 cup ice, optional, if using fresh strawberries
Instructions
- 1
Gather all ingredients and ensure strawberries are hulled. If using fresh strawberries, have ice ready. If using frozen strawberries, you may not need additional ice.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
Add the hulled strawberries, fresh basil leaves, coconut water, honey (or maple syrup), and fresh lemon juice to a high-speed blender.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
If using, add the ice to the blender. Secure the lid and blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the blender with a spatula if necessary to ensure all ingredients are incorporated.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or tartness as desired. You can add a bit more honey for sweetness or a splash more lemon juice for a brighter flavor.
⏱️ 1 min
- 5
Pour the Strawberry Basil Refresher Smoothie into four glasses and serve immediately. Garnish with a fresh strawberry or a small basil leaf, if desired.
⏱️ 1 min
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Strawberry Basil Refresher Smoothie
Ingredients
For the Smoothie
- 3 cups strawberries, fresh or frozen, hulled
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup coconut water
- 1 tablespoon honey, or maple syrup, adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/2 cup ice, optional, if using fresh strawberries
Instructions
- 1
Gather all ingredients and ensure strawberries are hulled. If using fresh strawberries, have ice ready. If using frozen strawberries, you may not need additional ice.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
Add the hulled strawberries, fresh basil leaves, coconut water, honey (or maple syrup), and fresh lemon juice to a high-speed blender.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
If using, add the ice to the blender. Secure the lid and blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the blender with a spatula if necessary to ensure all ingredients are incorporated.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or tartness as desired. You can add a bit more honey for sweetness or a splash more lemon juice for a brighter flavor.
⏱️ 1 min - 5
Pour the Strawberry Basil Refresher Smoothie into four glasses and serve immediately. Garnish with a fresh strawberry or a small basil leaf, if desired.
⏱️ 1 min