Refreshing Strawberry Basil Smoothie
A delightful and refreshing strawberry basil smoothie that's perfect for a hot day or as a nutritious snack. The combination of sweet strawberries and aromatic basil creates a unique flavor that will invigorate your senses.
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Ingredients
Yields 4 8oz glasses
- (2 cups) fresh strawberries, hulled
- (1/2 cups) fresh basil leaves, packed
- (1 cup) Greek yogurt
- (1/2 cups) milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- (2 tablespoons) honey (optional)
- (1 cup) ice cubes
Instructions
- 1
In a blender, combine 2 cups of hulled fresh strawberries and 1/2 cup of packed fresh basil leaves. Add 2/4 cup fresh basil leaves, packed.
- 2
Add 1 cup of Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup of milk, and 2 tablespoons of honey (if using) to the blender.
- 3
Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 30-60 seconds.
- 4
Add 1 cup of ice cubes to the blender and blend again until the ice is crushed and the smoothie is frothy.
- 5
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more honey if desired, then blend again briefly to mix.
- 6
Pour the smoothie into four glasses and garnish with a basil leaf or a slice of strawberry if desired.
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