Description
This Ultimate Watermelon Smoothie is a refreshing and nutritious summer beverage packed with the natural sweetness of ripe watermelon, frozen strawberries, and banana, combined with creamy vegan yogurt and a zingy touch of lime juice. Perfect for a quick, healthy boost on hot days, it offers a smooth, fruity flavor with optional maple syrup for added sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 2 cups Watermelon, chopped (use ripe for best sweetness)
- 1 cup Frozen Strawberries
- 1 medium Banana, frozen
Others
- 1/2 cup Vegan Yogurt (unsweetened preferred)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice
- 1 teaspoon Lime Zest
- 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare Blender: Ensure your high-speed blender is clean, assembled, and plugged in, ready for use.
- Add Fruits: Place the watermelon chunks, frozen strawberries, and the frozen banana into the blender jar to start building the smoothie base.
- Add Flavorings: Pour in the vegan yogurt, fresh lime juice, and lime zest. Add maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter smoothie.
- Blend: Blend all ingredients on high speed for 30 to 45 seconds until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency without any large chunks.
- Adjust Texture: Check the smoothie’s thickness. If it’s too thick, add a little water and blend briefly again to reach your desired texture.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into fun serving vessels like hollowed mini watermelons or glasses.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Garnish with lime slices or a few fresh berries and serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Notes
- Use ripe watermelon for maximum natural sweetness and flavor.
- Freezing the banana beforehand helps create a creamy texture without needing ice.
- Adjust maple syrup amount or omit it if your fruit is already sweet enough.
- You can substitute lime zest with a small amount of fresh mint for a different twist.
- If you prefer a thinner smoothie, water can be added during blending incrementally.
- This smoothie is best served fresh and consumed immediately for optimal taste and nutrient retention.
