Healthy Blueberry and Raspberry Smoothie (Dairy-Free, No Banana)
Whip up this healthy minty Blueberry and Raspberry Smoothie in no time—it's my go-to for busy mornings and afternoons! With just a handful of ingredients like antioxidant-rich berries, sweet Medjool dates, fresh mint, and refreshing coconut water, this smoothie is dairy-free and deliciously creamy without any banana. It's perfect for anyone with food sensitivities or anyone just looking for a quick, healthy snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup blueberries frozen or fresh
- 1 cup raspberries frozen or fresh
- 1 ½ cup coconut water
- 2 Medjool dates pitted and soaked
- 4 mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup optional
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Instructions
- Soak the Medjool dates in warm water for 10 minutes to soften.2 Medjool dates
- Drain the dates and add them to a blender along with the frozen blueberries, frozen raspberries, coconut water, lime juice, and mint leaves.*1 cup blueberries, 1 cup raspberries, 1 ½ cup coconut water, 4 mint leaves, 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- Blend on high until smooth. If the smoothie is too thick, add more coconut water to achieve the desired consistency.
- Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately. Garnish with fresh berries if desired.
Notes
- Sweetness Adjustments: The sweetness can be adjusted by adding more dates or a splash of maple syrup or honey.
- Texture Modifications: For a thicker smoothie, add a bit more frozen fruit or a piece of frozen banana for creaminess without dairy.
- Nutrition Boost: Add a scoop of your favorite protein powder or a tablespoon of chia seeds for an extra nutritional kick.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 185kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 192mgPotassium: 784mgFiber: 9gSugar: 33gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 28mgCalcium: 87mgIron: 1mgZinc: 1mg
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