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Strawberry Basil Smoothie

This smoothie blends fresh strawberries, yogurt, and milk to create a creamy, refreshing beverage. The addition of fresh basil leaves introduces an earthy, herbal aroma, resulting in a slightly tart and herbaceous flavor profile with a smooth, frosty texture that’s perfect for a quick snack or breakfast.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: fusion
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt unsweetened
  • 1/2 cup milk dairy or plant-based
  • 3 leaves fresh basil roughly torn

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Place the sliced strawberries, yogurt, and milk into the blender.
  2. Add the torn basil leaves on top of the other ingredients in the blender.
  3. Secure the lid on the blender and blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth, about 30-45 seconds, and the smoothie appears creamy with a slight froth on top.
  4. Stop the blender and give the smoothie a quick stir with a spoon to incorporate any settled basil leaves and ensure even flavor distribution.
  5. Pour the smoothie into glasses, watching it cascade in a vibrant pink with tiny flecks of basil visible throughout.
  6. Serve immediately with a straw or a garnish of fresh basil for an herbaceous finish.

Notes

For a chilled beverage, refrigerate the strawberries before blending. Feel free to adjust the basil quantity for a more or less pronounced herbal flavor.