10 Easy Strawberry Smoothie Recipes
This post shows you 10 easy strawberry smoothie recipes that you can make at home! All recipes are vegan and easy to make in just 5 minutes with simple ingredients.
Health Benefits of Strawberries
Strawberries are one of the healthiest fruits to make smoothies with. Frozen strawberries provide all of the same benefits as fresh strawberries, so enjoy any favourite strawberry smoothie often!
Berries in general are a great source of antioxidants. Strawberries have plenty of vitamin C, which is an antioxidant that promotes optimal immune function, wound healing, iron absorption, eye health, bone preservation and collagen production. It neutralizes free radical cells which cause damage to the body, known as oxidative stress. Regularly consuming fruits high in vitamin C is a great way to lower oxidative stress and prevent chronic diseases.
Strawberries are effective at reducing inflammation. They contain powerful anti-inflammatory compounds called anthocyanins. This can benefit inflammatory conditions like arthritis or acne.
Even cholesterol levels can be improved by consuming strawberries! These common but impressive berries can lower blood pressure and prevent major blood sugar spikes. This is due to the soluble and insoluble fibre found in strawberries. Fibre slows the absorption of carbohydrates and promotes a healthy digestive system.
Ingredients Needed
Frozen strawberries: You will need frozen strawberries on hand to make these easy strawberry smoothie recipes. Frozen strawberries can be found at most grocery stores or you can freeze your own fresh strawberries!
Oat milk: All of these recipes use oat milk as the liquid for blending. Oat milk can be swapped for any other type of plant based milk you prefer. Just make sure to have some kind of vegan milk or oat milk before getting started.
Additional ingredients needed are different for each smoothie. However, with frozen strawberries and oat milk you will be prepared to make any of these easy strawberry smoothie recipes!
Garnish Ideas
It’s fun to add a garnish to your smoothie glass, or even a topping to enjoy with a spoon! There are many garnishes and toppings that pair nicely with these easy strawberry smoothie recipes. Toppings can be as healthy or indulgent as you like. Here are some yummy ideas:
- Strawberry slices
- Freeze dried strawberries
- Fresh mint
- Toasted coconut
- Almond butter
- Peanut butter
- Dried mulberries
- Raw cacao nibs
- Vegan chocolate chips
- Kiwi chunks
- Passion fruit
- Melted dark chocolate
- Mango slices
1. Healthy Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie
Ingredients: Frozen strawberries, frozen banana, cocoa powder, salt, agave syrup, oat milk.
This chocolate strawberry smoothie is a dessert-for-breakfast type of deal, while still being super healthy! It’s made using only wholesome ingredients. With such a yummy taste and amazing health benefits there’s no reason you can’t enjoy it every day. Try it in the evening to satisfy chocolate cravings and avoid the bloating and heaviness of traditional desserts! Chocolate and strawberry is always a winning combination.
2. Strawberry Kiwi Protein Smoothie
Ingredients: Frozen strawberries, kiwi, hemp seeds, protein powder, oat milk.
A delightful combination, this strawberry kiwi protein smoothie is full of sweet tropical taste! Enjoy it as breakfast or as a high protein post-workout snack any time of the day. It’s made without any bananas—perfect for kiwi and berry lovers. The ingredients are super simple and easy to put together. This tropical strawberry drink has 29 grams of plant protein in each glass!
3. Healthy Strawberry Lemonade Smoothie
Ingredients: Frozen strawberries, frozen banana, lemon zest, lemon juice, agave syrup, oat milk.
This healthy strawberry lemonade smoothie is sweet, creamy and thick. It makes a perfect refreshing treat on a hot day or even after a workout! This recipe is made with just 6 simple ingredients and none of them are difficult to find. The result is a delicious, super healthy drink better than any store bought option! As long as you have a blender you can give this smoothie a try.
4. Strawberry Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie
Ingredients: Frozen strawberries, frozen banana, peanut butter, protein powder, flaxseed, vegan greek yogurt, oat milk.
This irresistible strawberry peanut butter protein smoothie is the perfect blend of nutty and berry flavours. It’s refreshing and satisfying as breakfast or high protein post-workout snack, with 34 grams of plant protein per glass! Peanut butter increases the protein content on top of the vegan protein powder. This smoothie is also a great way to get in some flax seeds for anti-inflammatory benefits.The consistency is ultra creamy and thick, it’s a must-try!
5. Easy Strawberry Weight Loss Smoothie (No Banana)
Ingredients: Frozen strawberries, frozen pomegranate seeds, agave syrup, oat milk.
This strawberry weight loss smoothie is a sweet and tangy treat for only 284 calories! It has plenty of health benefits, making it a healthy choice even if you aren’t trying to lose any weight. This smoothie is bursting with juicy strawberry flavour and is made without any banana. That’s not because bananas are unhealthy, but because they are higher in calories than other fruits. To keep this smoothie low calorie strawberries are used as the base fruit.
6. Simple Strawberry Basil Smoothie
Ingredients: Frozen strawberries, frozen banana, fresh basil, agave syrup, oat milk.
This delightful strawberry basil smoothie is super easy to make! And although it’s simple, it’s full of juicy strawberry flavour with a refreshing hint of fresh basil. This drink is a nice option when you want to try something a little more unique than a classic strawberry smoothie. Perfect as a breakfast smoothie or a refreshing treat any time of the day. And it only requires 4 easy ingredients!
7. Best Strawberry Peach Smoothie
Ingredients: Frozen strawberries, frozen peach, agave syrup, oat milk.
Sometimes the most delicious things are also the simplest, like this strawberry peach smoothie. It requires only 4 simple ingredients and can be made high protein easily by adding your favourite protein powder. Use vanilla flavour for an extra yummy result! Perfect as a refreshing breakfast or snack with tons of nutrients. So simple to make at home and much yummier than any store bought smoothie!
8. Matcha Strawberry Protein Smoothie
Ingredients: Frozen strawberries, frozen banana, matcha powder, hemp seeds, protein powder, agave syrup, oat milk.
Matcha and strawberry make a delightful combo in this matcha strawberry protein smoothie. It’s the perfect drink to energize your day and even has 27 grams of plant protein! Matcha is a great alternative to coffee because it provides a boost of energy without a crash later in the day. This smoothie is extremely easy to make. It can be blended all together or made into a two-tone aesthetic swirl as pictured, your choice!
9. Best Mint Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie
Ingredients: Frozen strawberries, frozen banana, peppermint extract/fresh mint, cocoa powder, salt, agave syrup, oat milk.
This mint chocolate strawberry smoothie is a classic combination of flavours. It tastes like a dessert even though it’s made with only healthy ingredients. Enjoy it for breakfast or as a refreshing afternoon snack that satisfies chocolate cravings. This smoothie is extremely healthful and simple to bring together in just a few minutes. Cocoa powder and strawberries provide a powerful boost of antioxidants.
10. Strawberry Mango Protein Smoothie
Ingredients: Frozen strawberries, frozen mango, hemp seeds, protein powder, oat milk.
This yummy strawberry mango protein smoothie makes a satisfying breakfast or post-workout snack with over 30 grams of protein per glass. It’s super easy and fast to make, with no fussy ingredients. This smoothie is also made without any banana which makes it a great fruity smoothie option for banana-haters. For a protein powder free version simply add extra hemp seeds! This smoothie is especially good for gut health thanks to enzymes found in mango.
FAQ’s
Do I need a specific blender to make thick and creamy smoothies?
For thick and creamy smoothies it’s helpful to use a high power blender, like a Vitamix. It comes with a tamper which is used to push ingredients down towards the blades while blending. This prevents having to add too much extra liquid to smoothie recipes, which makes them thin. A high power blender can also break down tough ingredients more effectively, making the nutrients more available for absorption. Standard blenders are also fine for blending thick and creamy smoothies. The recipe might require some extra blending time depending on which blender you are using. If your blender is having a hard time breaking down frozen fruit, seeds or greens it may be worth upgrading to a high speed blender.
How do I make smoothies thick and super cold?
One of the best tips to making thick and cold smoothies is to avoid over-blending. Now that might sound counter intuitive if you are trying to get a good blend, but it’s key. Blending for only 1-2 minutes (depending on the ingredients) is important. When a smoothie is being blended the heat generated by the blender motor and blades are warming the smoothie. This is fine when it’s brief but a smoothie blended for 5 minutes will become extremely warm. This brings us back to using a high power blender. High power blenders are able to break down tough ingredients much more effectively in much less time. That way your easy strawberry smoothie recipes stay thick, cold and refreshing.
Can I store a smoothie for later?
Some smoothies store better than others. It depends on the ingredients in the smoothie. Most smoothies can be stores in the refrigerator, as long as it’s in an airtight container like a jar. Store for 1-2 days only. Keep in mind no matter how thick your smoothie was when it was first blended, it will be somewhat thinner if stored for later. Smoothies containing avocado may somewhat retain a thick consistency in the refrigerator. Avoid re-blending a stored smoothie.
Are these easy strawberry smoothie recipes customizable?
Notes about substitutions and optional ingredients can be found on each recipe post. In general it’s very easy to customize smoothies. While customizing any smoothie recipe be mindful to maintain a similar frozen fruit to liquid ratio as the original recipe. That way you can ensure a good consistency and texture. It’s easy to swap ingredients like nut butters, protein powders or plant milks to suit your dietary needs. Experimenting is the best way to find your favourite smoothie blend!
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