Don’t you simply love smoothies? So, today, I am presenting one of the most exotic smoothie recipes – Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie which is a soothing, nutritious berry overload drink. Kick-start your day with this fresh fruits smoothie and carpe diem! Here is how to make a blueberry and strawberry smoothie recipe.
Mornings are usually full of hustle. Therefore, I like making fresh fruit or frozen smoothies every day.
Few ingredients and less than 5 minutes to bring along, smoothies are a perfect breakfast options for a busy morning.
If you like subtly tangy smoothies with a perfect shot of sweetness, mix up Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie without a thought.
It is fruitsome, smooth – perfect start for the day, no? In addition, this Strawberry and Blueberry Smoothie is super healthy similar to Peach Pie Smoothie, Pear Green Ginger Smoothie, Strawberry Mango Shake, Oats Banana Cinnamon Smoothie.
Strawberries are very easily available and frozen blueberries are quite easy to buy as well. Hence, mixing them up with yogurt, milk, honey just doesn’t ask for any prep.
This Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie is
- Gluten Free
- Quick to make
- Fruity
- Healthy
- Filling
- Super delicious
How to make a Strawberry and Blueberry Smoothie?
Add all the mentioned ingredients in a blender and mix till smooth. Blueberry Strawberry Smoothie is ready to be gulped down in a go or at your ease on weekends.
I would like to recommend that you use frozen fruits for making smoothies. I have followed the same secret for this smoothie recipe as well.
By using frozen strawberry and blueberry, I could make a naturally cool and ultra luscious smoothie. Plus, you don’t need to add any ice because of this trick. Win-win, no?
With both blueberries and strawberries being full of heart healthy fiber, antioxidants and polyphenols respectively, sipping up this smoothie sounds like a healthy habit, right? Take a note of my recipe for it and get sipping!
Tips to make best Blueberry Strawberry Smoothie
Make sure to freeze the fruits a few hours before making the smoothie. Using frozen fruits makes the smoothie creamier and you don’t need ice to chill it.
Use a good blender to make the smoothie. We don’t want chunks of fruits coming in your mouth.
You can freeze strawberries when they are in season like I do and then keep using it throughout the year. You can do the same with blueberries and other fruits too.
To make this recipe Vegan, use any vegan milk and yogurt instead of regular milk and yogurt. If as a vegan you do not eat honey as well, you can replace it with agave nectar, molasses, maple syrup etc.
You can add more ingredients and make a new variation every time. Some of the options are spinach, orange juice, mixed berries, pineapple, banana, cherry, avocado and mango.
You can replace the honey or sugar with stevia for low calorie drink.
Add protein powder of your choice to this smoothie.
How to freeze Strawberries and Blueberries for smoothie?
Although Strawberries and blueberries are now available throughout the year, their quality is the best in summers. I make sure to freeze a whole lot of strawberries and blueberries when they are in season.
To freeze these berries, wash the berries and drain well. Spread on a kitchen towel for a few hours to get rid of any water on the surface.
Put the berries on a baking tray in a single layer and freeze for 6-8 hours.
Scoop them in a freezer safe bag once they are frozen and store for 8-10 months. Keep using whenever you need them.
You can also chop the strawberries before freezing. Hull them and cut into small pieces and freeze on a baking tray.
Can you refrigerate Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie?
Refrigerating fresh fruit smoothies is not recommended, but if you end up making a bigger batch than required, you can refrigerate the smoothie in an airtight container for one more day.
How to make Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie with water?
You can skip adding milk and yogurt in the smoothie and add water instead. Coconut water also works great in this recipe. By adding water or coconut water in place of milk and yogurt, the smoothie will be vegan too.
How to make Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie without Milk?
Add water or coconut water in place of milk to make this smoothie without milk. You can also add almond milk or any other vegan milk if you are looking for a vegan smoothie.
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Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie Step by Step
Add all the ingredients in a blender.
Blend until smooth.
Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie Recipe
Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie
Today, I am presenting one of the most exotic smoothie recipes - Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie which is a soothing, nutritious berry overload drink.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Milk Chilled
- 1/2 cup Yogurt Chilled
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Strawberries Chopped and Frozen
- 1/2 cup Blueberries Frozen
- 1 tbsp Honey
Instructions
Add all the ingredients in a blender.
Blend until smooth.
Serve chilled.
Recipe Notes
Make sure to freeze the fruits a few hours before making the smoothie. Using frozen fruits makes the smoothie creamier and you don't need ice to chill it.
Use a good blender to make the smoothie. We don't want chunks of fruits coming in your mouth.
You can freeze strawberries when they are in season like I do and then keep using it throughout the year. You can do the same with blueberries and other fruits too.
To make this recipe Vegan, use any vegan milk and yogurt instead of regular milk and yogurt. If as a vegan you do not eat honey as well, you can replace it with agave nectar, molasses, maple syrup etc.
You can add more ingredients and make a new variation every time. Some of the options are spinach, orange juice, mixed berries, pineapple, banana, cherry, avocado and mango.
You can replace the honey or sugar with stevia for low calorie drink.
Add protein powder of your choice to this smoothie.
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