Anti-inflammatory Cranberry Strawberry Smoothie
A tart and creamy smoothie loaded with antioxidant-rich cranberries and strawberries, plus protein powder and Greek yogurt for a filling breakfast or snack that fights inflammation.
Servings: 1 smoothie
Calories: 938kcal
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- ¾ cup milk of choice I used unsweetened almond milk
- ¼ cup cranberry juice I used Bettergoods Organic Red Fruit Juice Blend
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder peanut butter or strawberry protein powder could also be used
- ½ cup vanilla Greek yogurt or try strawberry Greek yogurt
- 1 cup frozen cranberries
- ½ cup frozen strawberries
- 1-2 tablespoons sweetener agave, maple syrup, monk fruit, honey, or 1/2 frozen ripe banana
Optional Add-ins
- 1-2 tablespoons peanut butter, flaxseeds, or chia seeds
- 1 squeeze orange juice or orange zest
Instructions
- Add ingredients to your blender in this order: 3/4 cup milk, 1/4 cup cranberry juice, 1 scoop protein powder, 1/2 cup yogurt, 1 cup frozen cranberries, 1/2 cup frozen strawberries, 1-2 tablespoons sweetener, and any optional add-ins. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30-60 seconds.
- Adjust consistency as needed. Add more frozen fruit to thicken or more milk to thin out.
- Pour into a large glass or make a smoothie bowl by adding granola and fresh fruits on top. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
Storage: Best enjoyed immediately. Can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 24 hours; shake or re-blend before drinking.
Meal Prep Tip: Freeze individual portions of cranberries and strawberries together in zip-top bags for quick blending.
Less Tart: Add half a frozen banana, use strawberry yogurt, or reduce cranberries to 3/4 cup and increase strawberries to 3/4 cup.
Nutrition
Calories: 938kcal | Carbohydrates: 182g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 261mg | Potassium: 866mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 137g | Vitamin A: 416IU | Vitamin C: 157mg | Calcium: 431mg | Iron: 1mg