4.75 74 Published May 04, 2021, Updated May 24, 2024 It’s smoothie season! I personally love smoothies in the summer months so I have a ton of healthy smoothie recipes here on EBF and this blackberry smoothie is a summer staple! I kept it simple with this smoothie recipe – just fruit, Greek yogurt, almond milk and a couple drops of stevia or another natural sweetener for added sweetness. You’re going to love how easy it is to whip up! Added bonus: blackberries have impressive health benefits. They’re high in fiber and a good source of vitamin C, vitamin K and manganese.
Blackberry Smoothie Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make this smoothie:
fresh blackberries – look for bright, deep colored berries that aren’t crushed or moldy. Frozen blackberries also work! frozen banana – frozen banana gives smoothies the best texture. Tip: peel the banana before you freeze it so you don’t have to try to scrape the peel off while frozen! plain Greek yogurt – I like using full-fat Greek yogurt but you can use any percentage of fat you like. You can also use a dairy-free yogurt if needed. ice – this makes the smoothie extra cold and an icy texture. unsweetened almond milk – I prefer almond milk, but any milk will work here. liquid stevia – you just need a few drops to sweeten this smoothie. You can also use another liquid sweetener like monkfruit, maple syrup or honey.
Optional Variations
Flaxseeds or chia seeds – add healthy fats, protein and fiber with the addition of seeds! Protein powder – I love adding protein powder for an extra protein boost… especially if I’m enjoying this smoothie on it’s own for a meal or snack. I use Nuzest vanilla protein in this smoothie! No banana – I know some of you don’t like bananas! This smoothie is still delicious without a banana. I recommend adding in 1/2 cup of frozen blueberries or frozen mango if you skip the banana. Dairy-free – If you are looking for a dairy-free or vegan option, I recommend using a dairy-free yogurt! You should be able to find a variety of options at your local grocery store.
How to Prep in Advance
Did you know that you can prep smoothies in advance? I like to make pre-prepped smoothie packs (kind of like Daily Harvest does) so all you have to do is dump the smoothie ingredients into the blender along with a liquid and you’ve got a delicious meal or snack in seconds. Here’s what I would do:
More Smoothie Recipes to Try
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