Smoothies are not only a delicious drink but also effectively provide many nutrients for the body. Let’s refer to the following 2 recipes to make a glass of sweet and sour cherry smoothie, a unique refreshment to cool off and recharge with fresh “vitamins” for the hot summer. Get cooking now!
1. Cherry Banana Smoothie
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Preparation
5 minutes
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Cooking
15 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Cherry Banana Smoothie For 1 glass (increase ingredients for more servings)
Yogurt 1 cup (to thin out) Banana 1 piece Cherry 100 gr Flax seeds 1 tablespoon Chia seeds 1 tablespoon Salt a little (for soaking cherries)
How to choose fresh ripe bananas
- Choose medium-sized fruits, not too big and not too small.
- Choose bananas with black spots, wrinkled skin, yellow skin with pink spots, and sometimes with black stripes on the skin.
- Avoid damaged bananas or those that are not fully ripe for a better smoothie.
Where to buy flax seeds and chia seeds?
- You can find flax seeds and chia seeds at reputable imported goods stores, organic product shops, or purchase them on e-commerce sites.
- When buying, pay special attention to the origin of production, expiration date, and the quality of the product packaging!
Tools needed
How to make cherry banana smoothie
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Prepare and freeze cherries
First, wash the cherries thoroughly with clean water 2 – 3 times, soak them in diluted salt water for about 15 – 20 minutes, then rinse with clean water again. After that, drain the cherries in a colander.
Next, remove the stems and pit the cherries. Once done, place the cherries in a plastic bag and store them in the freezer for 1 – 2 hours.
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Blend the cherry and banana mixture
Take the cherries out of the refrigerator and put them in a blender, then cut the banana and add it in.
Then add 1 tablespoon of flax seeds, 1 tablespoon of chia seeds, and pour in 1 cup of yogurt into the blender and proceed to blend the mixture for about 3 minutes at a medium speed.
After achieving a smooth mixture, pour it into a glass and decorate.
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Final product
The cherry banana smoothie has a beautiful pink-red color, a thick and smooth texture, and tastes extremely delicious. The sourness of the cherries blends with the natural sweetness of the bananas, combined with the creaminess of the yogurt and the crunchiness of chia seeds and flax seeds, creating a delightful and refreshing sensation.
2. Cherry Banana Avocado Spinach Smoothie
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Preparation
10 minutes
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Processing
5 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Cherry Banana Avocado Spinach Smoothie For 1 cup (increase ingredients for more servings)
Cherry 100 gr (fresh or frozen as preferred) Avocado 1/2 fruit Banana 1.5 fruits Spinach 50 gr (about 20 leaves) Almond milk 240 ml Cocoa powder 2 tablespoons Ice cream a little (optional)
How to Choose Fresh Ingredients
How to choose ripe, fresh avocados
- You should choose avocados with a slightly yellow stem core because that means the avocado is just ripe and very delicious.
- Choose avocados that have a brownish-purple color, bumpy skin, feel heavy and firm. If it feels soft when squeezed, it’s a ripe avocado.
- Shake the avocado lightly; if you hear the seed inside, it’s a good avocado.
- Do not buy avocados with a brown stem core as that means the avocado is overripe or even spoiled; if it is green, the avocado is not ripe and will taste very bitter.
How to choose fresh and delicious spinach
- You should choose bunches of spinach that are still green, fresh, and have roots. It is best to buy spinach wrapped in bags sold at supermarkets or reputable grocery stores!
- The leaves should be bright green, not too dark, indicating that the spinach is still tender and nutritious.
- Do not buy if the stems and leaves of the spinach are broken or rotten.
Where to buy almond milk?
- You can use almond milk, pure almond milk, or almond milk mixed with other types of nuts.
- You can find almond milk at grocery stores, milk shops, or supermarkets.
- Additionally, TasteVN introduces you to a very simple way to make almond milk at home for your reference!
Tools needed
How to Make Cherry Avocado Banana Spinach Smoothie
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Prepare the ingredients
You cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and put it in a bowl.
Peel the banana, cut it in half or slice it as you like.
Tip: You should freeze the banana so that when the smoothie is blended, it will have a certain coldness without needing to add ice or additional ice to chill it.Wash the spinach and let it drain.
Take the cherries out of the refrigerator to let them cool down a bit before blending.
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Blend cherry smoothie and finish
Put all the avocado, banana, cherry, and spinach into the blender. Then add 240ml of almond milk and 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, then press the button and blend the ingredients until smooth.
After blending, pour the cherry smoothie mixture into a glass, and finally add a little cold cream (of your choice) on top, decorating with cherries on the rim of the glass to complete this smoothie.
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Finished product
The cherry avocado banana spinach smoothie has a deep pink color accented with beautiful white and red.
The smoothie is thick, fragrant with cherry aroma, and when you drink it, you will feel the natural sweetness of banana combined with the tartness of cherry, the creaminess of avocado, and the refreshing taste of spinach.
Here’s a super delicious and nutritious smoothie, let’s make it and enjoy right away!
How to choose fresh delicious cherries
- The cherries must have a dark red color, and the surface should be smooth, not rough.
- You should choose cherries with green stems, as these are quality cherries.
- Press the fruit with your hand; if the cherry is firm, not mushy, then it is good.
Where to buy frozen cherries?
- You can find frozen cherries at large supermarkets or stores that sell imported fruits.
- Frozen cherries almost retain the flavor and nutritional value of the fruit, so you don’t need to worry and can use them with confidence.
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Hope that with 2 methods of making cherry smoothie that are sweet and sour, refreshing and cooling, will help you gain more tips to make delicious and healthy smoothies. Wishing you success in your preparation!
*Refer to the images and recipes from 2 YouTube channels What Food Is That and calliecraves
