Strawberry Lemonade Smoothie
This Strawberry Lemonade Smoothie is bright, refreshing, and perfectly balanced between sweet and tart. Made with juicy strawberries, fresh lemon juice, and a creamy base, it’s a quick and energizing smoothie that tastes like summer in a glass—ready in under 5 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups strawberries fresh or frozen, hulled
- 1 ripe banana
- ¾ cup milk almond milk, or coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice adjust to taste
- 1 –2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup optional
- ½ cup ice cubes optional, if using fresh fruit
Instructions
- Add milk to the blender first.
- Add strawberries and banana.
- Pour in fresh lemon juice.
- Add honey or maple syrup if using.
- Add ice if needed for a colder, thicker smoothie.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as desired.
- Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Notes
- Start with less lemon juice and add more to taste.
- Frozen strawberries create a thicker, frostier smoothie without ice.
- Banana balances the acidity and adds natural sweetness.