Blueberry Cucumber Smoothie
Whip up this Blueberry Cucumber Smoothie packed with vitamins and antioxidants, perfect for a quick, healthy breakfast or an afternoon snack!
Servings: 2
Calories: 315kcal
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh blueberries about 150g
- 1 medium cucumber peeled and halved (about 300g)
- 1 cup milk of choice about 240ml – almond, cow's, oat, or any preferred milk
- 1-2 tablespoons honey about 15-30g, to taste
- 1 cup ice cubes about 150g
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the fresh blueberries, cucumber halves, and milk of your choice.
- Then add the ice cubes and honey, starting with 1 tablespoon. You can adjust the sweetness later if needed.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy, making sure there are no chunks of cucumber remaining. Once it’s reached your desired consistency, taste the smoothie and add more honey if you prefer it sweeter. Blend again briefly to combine.
- Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Extra Nutrients: This smoothie is incredibly versatile! You can add a big handful of baby kale for extra nutrients without altering the flavor much.
Added Thickness: If you want a thicker smoothie, consider adding a tablespoon of chia seeds or flax meal.
Make it Vegan: You can also substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar for a vegan option.
When to Enjoy: Enjoy this smoothie as a refreshing breakfast or a midday snack—it's perfect for warm days!
Nutrition
Calories: 315kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 515mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 148IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 4mg