Description
This Ultimate Watermelon Smoothie is a refreshing and nutritious summer beverage featuring ripe watermelon, frozen strawberries, and banana blended with creamy vegan yogurt and a splash of lime juice. Perfect for a quick, healthy boost on warm days, it’s naturally sweetened with optional maple syrup for a delightful flavor balance.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 2 cups Watermelon chunks (ripe for best sweetness)
- 1 cup Frozen Strawberries
- 1 medium Banana (frozen for creaminess)
Dairy & Alternatives
- 1/2 cup Vegan Yogurt (unsweetened)
Flavors & Sweeteners
- 1 tablespoon Lime Juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare blender: Ensure your high-speed blender is clean, assembled properly, and plugged in, ready for use.
- Add fruits: Place the watermelon chunks, frozen strawberries, and frozen banana into the blender jar.
- Add other ingredients: Pour in the vegan yogurt, fresh lime juice, and, if using, maple syrup into the blender.
- Blend: Blend all ingredients on high speed for 30 to 45 seconds until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Adjust consistency: Check the texture of the smoothie and add a splash of water if a thinner consistency is desired, then briefly blend again.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into serving glasses or a fun option like a hollowed mini watermelon for a festive presentation.
- Garnish and enjoy: Garnish with lime slices or fresh berries and serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Notes
- Use ripe watermelon for natural sweetness and better flavor.
- Freezing the banana adds creaminess without needing ice.
- Unsweetened vegan yogurt keeps the smoothie dairy-free and adds a creamy texture.
- Maple syrup is optional and can be adjusted to taste depending on fruit sweetness.
- For extra zest, consider adding a bit of lime zest along with lime juice.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the freshest flavor and best texture.
