This strawberry and mint smoothie tastes just as refreshing as it sounds.
It’s ideal on a hot day, or if you are feeling extra, add a shot of vodka for a fruity and aromatic cocktail!
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Strawberry Mint Smoothie (Dairy-Free)
Refresh with a strawberry mint smoothie, a delightful blend of juicy strawberries and fresh mint leaves for a vibrant, cooling, and tasty health boost.
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 1x
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 cup frozen banana slices
- 3–4 leaves of fresh mint (or 1–2 drops of peppermint extract)
- 1 tbsp lime juice (or lemon juice)
- 1 cup coconut water
- 3–4 ice cubes (Plus extra to serve)
Instructions
- To a blender, add the ingredients.
- Blend until smooth. Mine took 3 minutes.
- Pour the smoothie into a glass cup. Decorate with fresh mint, strawberries, and ice.
- Enjoy!
Notes
*For smoothie benefits, recipe notes, and more, scroll down!
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 143
- Sugar: 20.1g
- Fat: 0.9g
- Carbohydrates: 33.4g
- Fiber: 6.2g
- Protein: 3.1g
Why You Will Love This Strawberry And Mint Smoothie
The smoothie is suitable for multiple different diets, including a vegan diet.
On top of that, you can turn this smoothie into a delicious summery cocktail by adding a bit of booze to it.
On top of that, the smoothie is so refreshing and easy to make!
Other reasons include:
- Refreshing Flavor: The fresh mint and lime juice provide a zesty, refreshing taste that’s perfect for cooling down on hot days.
- Nutrient-Rich: Loaded with vitamins and minerals, particularly Vitamin C and potassium, this smoothie is both delicious and nourishing, supporting overall health and hydration.
- Naturally Sweet: The natural sweetness from strawberries and bananas makes this smoothie appealing to all ages without the need for added sugars, making it a healthier option.
- Hydrating: Coconut water adds a tropical twist and offers superior hydration, replenishing electrolytes.
- Versatile: The smoothie is easily adaptable to dietary preferences or restrictions. Can be enjoyed by those following vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free diets.
- Easy to Make: With simple ingredients and a quick blend, it’s an ideal choice for a fast, nutritious snack or meal, especially when time is short.
- Digestive Support: The fiber content from the fruits and the soothing properties of mint can aid digestion, making it a gentle choice for the digestive system.
- Energizing: Provides a natural energy boost from the fruits’ carbohydrates and coconut water’s electrolytes, perfect for kick-starting your day or refueling post-exercise.
If you enjoy this smoothie, I recommend that you also try my blueberry orange juice smoothie and my ice cream strawberry banana smoothie recipe!
Recipe Variations & Smoothie Notes
You can adjust this smoothie easily if you fancy something different.
I have been making this smoothie for a long time.
I often make this smoothie during the summer when I am hosting a party with my friends.
Here are some variations you could try:
- Add Some Booze: This smoothie base can be complemented easily with some alcohol. I have tested adding vodka and white rum, and it works fantastically! (Or try my alcohol smoothie recipe)
- Throw Extra Greens: Add 1 cup of spinach for extra green goodness.
- More Freshness: Add 1/3 cup of sliced cucumber for a more refreshing twist.
- Creaminess & Protein: Add 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt if you are not avoiding dairy for a creamy twist that adds protein and probiotics!
- The Smoothie Base: Swap the coconut water for vanilla almond milk or regular water.
Equipment:
| Blender Type | Suitability |
|---|---|
| Nutribullet 600 | ✓ |
| Vitamix Blender Propel 510 | ✓ |
| BlendJet 4000mAh | x |
| Ninja Blender BL610 | ✓ |
| Oster 6640 Blender | x |
| Hamilton Beach 58148A Blender | x |
| AMZChef Blender 1800 W | ✓ |
| Wamife Blender | ✓ |
The smoothie requires a powerful blender.
It contains 3 different frozen ingredients.
A cheaper high-speed blender that works with this smoothie is the Nutribullet 600.