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Red Cherry Smoothie

This vibrant cherry smoothie makes a great breakfast smoothie or a wholesome treat for those with a sweet tooth.
Red Cherry Smoothie

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Dietary Interests: Gluten-Free , Low Sodium , Vegetarian

Allergens: Dairy

Yield:

4 servings (1 ⅗ l)

Total Time:

10 Minutes 45 Seconds

Print:

8.5x11

Difficulty:

Simple

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Yield:

4 servings (1650 ml)

Total Time:

10 Minutes

Print:

8.5x11

Difficulty:

Simple

Save To:

Recipe Book

Yield:

2 servings (800 ml)

Total Time:

10 Minutes 45 Seconds

Print:

8.5x11

Difficulty:

Simple

Save To:

Recipe Book

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (226 g) coconut yogurt [or favorite yogurt]
  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • 1 cup (140 g) red grapes
  • 2 cups (250 g) strawberries
  • 2 cups (280 g) frozen dark sweet cherries, pitted

Directions

  1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
  2. Run the Smoothie Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 40-50 seconds, using the tamper to push ingredients toward the blades.

Chef's Notes

  • For a less sweet smoothie, try using a blend of half sweet and half tart cherries. Any of your favorite yogurts can be used in this smoothie to give it a delicious, creamy texture.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (120 g) low-fat cherry yogurt
  • 2 cups (150 g) strawberries
  • 1 cup (75 g) red grapes
  • 2 cups (140 g) frozen dark sweet cherries, pitted
  • 1 cup (240 ml) cherry juice

Directions

  1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
  2. Start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed.
  3. Blend for 45 seconds or until desired consistency is reached.

Chef's Notes

For a less sweet smoothie, try using 1/2 sweet and 1/2 tart cherries. You can also substitute half the cherry juice for water if desired.

Ingredients

  • ½ cup (113 g) coconut yogurt [or favorite yogurt]
  • ½ cup (120 ml) water
  • ½ cup (70 g) red grapes
  • 1 cup (125 g) strawberries
  • 1 cup (140 g) frozen dark sweet cherries, pitted

Directions

  1. Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
  2. Run the Smoothie Program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 40-50 seconds, using the tamper to push ingredients toward the blades.

Chef's Notes

  • For a less sweet smoothie, try using a blend of half sweet and half tart cherries. Any of your favorite yogurts can be used in this smoothie to give it a delicious, creamy texture.