My Strawberry Basil Smoothie is packed with sweet red berries, lightly floral basil, and tangy yogurt. It is finished with a handful of iron-packed spinach to give this delicious and unique treat a healthy punch.
Hi friends! Today is another video day on Running in a Skirt! eeeeeehhhh!!!!
I took my camera out of the office and into the kitchen to make a delicious and unique smoothie recipe that I know you will love.
The combination of adding basil to this smoothie might seem a little strange at first, but it really gives this smoothie a little something special and unique. The basil is a very subtle flavor and not overpowering at all.
My video also includes some of my favorite smoothie making tips! I hope you enjoy!
If you wanted to put even more nutrients into this smoothie you could add chia seeds, flax seeds or even your favorite protein powder. Just remember anything you add will impact the overall calorie count of the drink.
So bright and delicious. The basil adds a very subtle floral note that I just love.
I hope you do too!
- 2 cups frozen strawberries
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 1 cup spinach about 1 handful
- 3 big basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon honey
- optional garnish: fresh strawberry and additional basil
- Put all ingredients in the blender and blend away! Serve with a fresh strawberry garnish and a basil sprig.
If you use o% yogurt and 30 calorie milk this smoothie will have approximately 230 calories. You can sub stevia for the honey for fewer calories.
Have a great day, dear reader.
I’m looking forward to tomorrow because it is Fashion Friday and THE FIRST DAY OF SPRING!!!! In honor of the new season I’m sharing some of the biggest spring trends this year.
Your turn!
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Yummy Julie! This sounds so refreshing and perfect for a warm summer afternoon 🙂 Its nutritionally packed too, which I LOVE! Thanks so much for linking up with us 🙂
Thanks Tina! Love your linkup! It’s a fun way to start the week.
Ummm…how cute are you! I’ve missed seeing you on TV. And this recipe looks delish. I’m always looking for new smoothie recipes.
Thanks Susanna! I have another “surprise” fun combo coming up in a few weeks.
Yay a new smoothie recipe! Thanks for sharing:)
I keep hearing about the magical-ness that is the strawberry-basil combination but I have yet to try it! This looks amazing! Pinning it for hopefully-soon attempts! <3
I love sneaking greens into my smoothies! Great recipe!
Thanks Danyelle!
Love the idea of the basil in there! And great video, now I know why you were in broadcasting 😉
Awww! Thanks! 🙂 That means a lot to me 🙂
Julie, this looks so yummy and I loved the video. I’m adding this to my list to make.
Thanks Ivanna! I really appreciate it!
I’ve done a blueberry basil smoothie, and am SURE this one is delicious as well!! Loved your video 🙂
That is a great idea as well!
Julie, love love love your video today!! XOXO
Thanks Sommer 🙂
What a yummy and unique combo- looks delicious!!!
Thanks Annmarie! It is!
ooh that looks so pretty. I still haven’t tried chia seeds. What kind of vegetarian am I?
Haha! A terrible one- j/k! They are sort of cool! Trader Joes has a package for a good price.
Oh my gawd I love fresh basil and strawberry and basil just screams warm weather. LOVE!
I know! I’m ready for Spring now!
Ooooh, strawberry+basil is such a smart combo! You are doing a great job with the videos–they’re short, organized, professional (!) and super informative! Love!!
Thank you Jenny! That means a lot!
I enjoy variations of strawberry smoothies.
I will certainly give this a try.
Thanks Blane!