Nothing is better than an ice-cold smoothie when it’s hot out! This smoothie combines sweet and slightly acidic blueberries with creamy yogurt and milk, vanilla, a little lemon zest (optional, but totally recommended), and maple syrup or dates to up the sweetness. It’s the perfect spring and summer treat, but good for you, too!
What Makes This Recipe So Good
Blueberries – Either fresh or frozen blueberries will work great. Sweet and sometimes just a little tart, blueberries perfectly complement the sweet creaminess of the other ingredients.Yogurt – Use either plain or vanilla full-fat yogurt for your smoothie. Despite what diet fads have told us, full-fat yogurt is actually healthier for you!Milk – We like either dairy or almond milk in our smoothies, but you can use whatever milk you have on hand or like best.Vanilla extract – Sweet and slightly woody, vanilla enhances the sweetness of the blueberries without overpowering them.Lemon zest – You can omit the lemon zest, but a little tart citrus gives this smoothie an extra burst of flavor.
How To Make Blueberry Smoothies
Chef’s Tips
To blend your smoothie, I highly recommend a high-speed blender like a Vitamix. It just gets things done faster and easier!For a vegan or paleo smoothie, use non-dairy milk and yogurt.
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