Prepare to revolutionize your morning routine with a smoothie that's not just a drink, but a flavor explosion! Our Lemon Thyme Blueberry Smoothie isn't your ordinary blend - it's a gourmet experience that transforms simple ingredients into a mind-blowing culinary adventure. Imagine a drink that's creamy, tangy, subtly sweet, and infused with an unexpected herbal twist that will make your taste buds dance with excitement!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 banana
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 cup almond milk
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 cup of fresh blueberries, 1 ripe banana, 1 cup of Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of fresh thyme leaves, and 1 cup of almond milk.
- Rinse the fresh blueberries under cold water to remove any dirt or impurities. Drain them well and set aside.
- Peel the banana and break it into smaller pieces for easier blending. Place the banana pieces in a blender.
- Add the rinsed blueberries to the blender with the banana.
- Next, scoop 1 cup of Greek yogurt into the blender. This will add creaminess and protein to your smoothie.
- Pour in 1 tablespoon of honey for natural sweetness. You can adjust the amount based on your preference for sweetness.
- Add 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavor of the smoothie and complement the blueberries.
- Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of fresh thyme leaves into the blender. This herb will add a unique and aromatic touch to your smoothie.
- Finally, pour in 1 cup of almond milk to help blend all the ingredients smoothly. You can use more or less depending on your desired consistency.
- Secure the lid on the blender and blend on high speed until all the ingredients are well combined and the mixture is smooth. This should take about 30-60 seconds.
- Once blended, taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed by adding more honey or lemon juice.
- Pour the smoothie into two glasses. You can garnish with a few whole blueberries or a sprig of thyme for an appealing presentation.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Lemon Thyme Blueberry Smoothie!
Tips
- Use fresh, ripe blueberries for the most intense flavor - frozen can work too, but fresh is best!
- For an extra smooth consistency, blend ingredients in stages: first soft ingredients, then harder ones.
- If your thyme leaves are strong, start with less and adjust to taste.
- Chill your almond milk beforehand for a more refreshing smoothie.
- For a protein boost, you can add a scoop of vanilla protein powder.
- Use a high-powered blender to ensure a silky-smooth texture without herb or berry chunks.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more almond milk; if too thin, add more yogurt or frozen fruit.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 5mg
