Strawberry Smoothie Recipe

Wash and hull strawberries

Rinse strawberries under cold water, pat dry, remove stems and hull, then halve larger berries so they measure about 1.5 cups packed.

Peel the banana and break into chunks; measure about 1/2 cup banana pieces.

Add the prepared strawberries, banana chunks, Greek yogurt, and milk to the blender.

Add honey (or simple syrup) and the teaspoon of lemon juice to brighten flavor. If using vanilla extract or chia/flax, add them now.

Add the ice cubes on top of the other ingredients.

Secure the blender lid and blend on high for 30–60 seconds, or until smooth and no large ice or fruit pieces remain. If too thick, add 1 tablespoon more milk at a time and pulse to reach desired consistency. If too thin, add a few more ice cubes or an extra tablespoon of yogurt and blend again.

Pour the smoothie into a 16 oz glass. Garnish with a strawberry slice on the rim and a mint leaf if using.

Serve immediately with a straw.