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    Home » Healthy Smoothie Recipes » Strawberry Lemon Smoothie

    Strawberry Lemon Smoothie

    Published: Jul 10, 2022 · Modified: Jan 10, 2023 by Tammy Overhoff

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    This strawberry lemon smoothie is sweet, tangy, and delicious; think strawberry lemonade without all the sugar. With spinach and chia seeds, this vegan smoothie includes protein fiber antioxidants and is a nutrition powerhouse. This strawberry lemonade smoothie is refreshing and the perfect summer smoothie. 

    strawberry lemon smoothie

    I drink green smoothies just about every day for breakfast, but sometimes for a snack. It’s my favorite healthy habit for feeling my best and one that I always recommend to others when they’re looking to start changing their habits for the better. 

    My favorites include this blueberry smoothie, detox smoothie, mango smoothie, blueberry cherry smoothie, triple berry smoothie, and this strawberry lemon smoothie.

    I love fruit smoothies with spinach and constantly experimenting with different fruits and leafy green combinations. In my how to make a green smoothie tutorial, you can check out my formula for creating the perfect green smoothie. See all of my healthy smoothie recipes.

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    • Reasons you’ll love this strawberry lemonade smoothie
    • Ingredients 
    • Shopping tips
    • How to make a strawberry lemon smoothie
    • Supplies
    • Substitutions
    • Storage 
    • More delicious smoothies
    • Strawberry Lemon Smoothie
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    Reasons you’ll love this strawberry lemonade smoothie

    • Healthy. This smoothie is gluten-free and dairy-free, and you can bulk up the nutrition by blending in your favorite SuperFood. You’ll feel like you got a shot of vitamin-c after one sip.
    • Delicious. This strawberry lemon smoothie recipe taste like frozen strawberry lemonade without all the sugar and guilt. It’s kid-friendly and perfect for someone just getting started.
    • Simple to prepare. Make a healthy breakfast within 5 minutes with minimal prep time.
    • Make ahead. Throw together smoothie kits to have ingredients ready to blend every morning.

    Ingredients 

    Here are the ingredients you need to make a strawberry lemon smoothie. I recommend purchasing frozen fruit so your smoothie is cold and creamy. If using fresh fruit, you’ll need to add ice cubes, which will water down the smoothie.

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    • Strawberries. You can find large bags of organic frozen strawberries at wholesale stores or in the freezer section of the grocery store. If you have access to fresh strawberries, then I recommend freezing them ahead of time. Here are my instructions on how to freeze strawberries.
    • Raspberries. Frozen organic raspberries are more affordable than fresh ones, and you don’t need to worry about them spoiling. I haven’t seen large bags of frozen raspberries, but the smaller bags are still cheaper than buying fresh.
    • Banana. Using banana in this smoothie gives it a creamy texture and the perfect amount of sweetness to balance out the lemon and tartiness of the berries. If possible, I recommend freezing the banana ahead of time. Here are my instructions on freezing bananas.
    • Baby spinach. Baby spinach is my favorite leafy green to use in smoothies. It’s mild, so it doesn’t take away from the other ingredients. You can purchase large containers of baby spinach to use in smoothies. If you don’t make a bunch of smoothie kits, then store them in the freezer. Here are my tips for freezing spinach and other greens. 
    • Lemon. Lemon gives this strawberry lemon smoothie a delicious fresh flavor. To get the most juice out of the lemon, bring it to room temperature, roll it on the counter before cutting it in half, and squeeze through a hand juice. You want about 1 tablespoon lemon juice. You can freeze leftover lemon juice to use at another time. For more lemon flavor add some lemon zest.
    • Chia seeds. To bulk up the nutrition in smoothie recipes, I always turn to chia seeds because they add extra protein, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids. You can purchase chia seeds in the natural food section or the baking section of the grocery store. You can also find chia seeds and other superfoods online at Thrive Market.
    • Unsweetened coconut milk. Coconut milk gives the strawberry lemon smoothie a delicious creamy consistency. You can also use unsweetened almond milk or oat milk. You can find non-dairy milk in the grocery store’s dairy or natural food section.
    • Filtered water. You’ll only use a little extra water to get your desired consistency.

    Shopping tips

    Our favorite place to purchase organic smoothie superfoods is online at Thrive Market. They offer great prices, and everything gets delivered straight to your door. Not a subscriber yet? Join here and get 30% off your first purchase. Need more information? Check out my Thrive Market Review.

    How to make a strawberry lemon smoothie

    • Place all the ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
    • If your smoothie is too thick, add small amounts of unsweetened coconut milk or water until you get the desired consistency.
    • Pour into your favorite glass and enjoy.
    • For a thick texture or smoothie bowl, use less liquid for a thinner consistency smoothie.

    Supplies

    • High-speed blender – I’ve owned this Vitamix for close to 10 years, and it’s still going strong. If you plan to make smoothies regularly, I recommend investing in a high-quality blender. If a Vitamix is too pricey, then check out my recommendation for the best blenders for smoothies.
    • Glass tumbler – I often use a 32-ounce mason jar for drinking smoothies. I also have this 18-ounce Ello glass tumbler.
    • Reusable straws – These Ello reusable straws work fantastic for smoothies.
    • Straw cleaner – Definitely grab a straw cleaner to keep those straws clean.
    • 20-ounce Yeti tumbler –  I love using my Yeti tumbler to keep smoothies cold on the go. 
    • Reusable silicone bags  – These bags come in handy when putting together freezer smoothie kits.

    Substitutions

    • Use coconut water or filtered water if you want a less creamy and slushy smoothie consistency. If you use coconut water, be aware of the extra sugar. Use 1 cup coconut water to start.
    • Swap in your favorite berries or use a blend of berries.
    • Swap in your favorite leafy greens; kale and collard greens are great options.
    • Many strawberry lemon smoothie recipes call for sugar, homemade lemonade, or lemonade mix. If your goal is to make a healthy smoothie, I strongly advise against using either of those ingredients; fresh lemonade still has lots of white sugar. Instead, if you want a sweet smoothie, use a whole ripe banana.
    • Leave out the banana to reduce the sugar of this strawberry lemon smoothie.
    • For extra protein, use a scoop of protein powder or collagen powder. You can also add ½ cup of greek vanilla yogurt or try ¼ of avocado.
    • Blend in your favorite superfoods to add extra nutrition to this smoothie.

    Storage 

    To store: You can store leftover strawberry lemon smoothies in an airtight container for one day, and I recommend a mason jar for best results. The smoothie consistency and color will change, but it will still be tasty; give it a few shakes before consuming.

    To freeze: Have strawberry lemon smoothie ingredients ready for the week or month by assembling them (minus the coconut milk) into smoothie packs and storing them in the freezer. Yes, you can squeeze the lemon juice with the other ingredients. The day you drink the smoothie, toss the ingredients in the blender with milk and blend. 

    More delicious smoothies

    • Chocolate Cherry Smoothie with Almond Butter
    • Strawberry Mango Smoothie
    • Strawberry Banana Smoothie
    • Tropical Smoothie
    • Blueberry Kale Smoothie
    strawberry lemon smoothie

    Strawberry Lemon Smoothie

    This strawberry lemon smoothie is sweet, tangy, and delicious; think strawberry lemonade without all the sugar. With spinach and chia seeds, this vegan smoothie includes protein fiber antioxidants and is a nutrition powerhouse. This strawberry lemonade smoothie is refreshing and the perfect summer smoothie. 
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: strawberry lemon smoothie, strawberry lemonade smoothie
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 1 person
    Calories: 256kcal
    Author: Tammy Overhoff

    Equipment

    • High-speed Blender

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup frozen whole strawberries
    • 1/2 cup frozen raspberries
    • 1/2 banana
    • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice about 1/2 of a lemon
    • 1 cup loosely packed baby spinach
    • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
    • 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
    • filtered water as needed

    Instructions

    • Place all the ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. If your smoothie is too thick, add small amounts of unsweetened coconut milk or water until you get the desired consistency.
    • Pour into your favorite glass and enjoy.

    Notes

    Substitutions
    • Use coconut water or filtered water if you want a less creamy and slushy smoothie consistency. If you use coconut water, be aware of the extra sugar. Use 1 cup coconut water to start.
    • Swap in your favorite berries or use a blend of berries.
    • Swap in your favorite leafy greens; kale and collard greens are great options.
    • Many strawberry lemon smoothie recipes call for sugar, homemade lemonade, or lemonade mix. If your goal is to make a healthy smoothie, I strongly advise against using either of those ingredients; fresh lemonade still has lots of white sugar. Instead, if you want a sweet smoothie, use a whole ripe banana.
    • Leave out the banana to reduce the sugar of this strawberry lemon smoothie.
    • For extra protein, use a scoop of protein powder or collagen powder. You can also add ½ cup of greek vanilla yogurt or try ¼ of avocado.
    • Blend in your favorite superfoods to add extra nutrition to this smoothie.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 29mg | Potassium: 770mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 2896IU | Vitamin C: 126mg | Calcium: 246mg | Iron: 3mg

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    Hi, I’m Tammy Overhoff, a busy mom, wife, and entrepreneur. I am the owner, author, and recipe developer here at Organize Yourself Skinny. Since 2011 Organize Yourself Skinny has become a trusted resource for clean eating recipes to meal prep, reviews, and lifestyle hacks to help you fit healthy habits and routines into your busy schedule. Check out my online shop Reset & Flourish for all of my eBooks, Guides, and Bundles!

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    1. Maria says

      July 11, 2022 at 5:26 pm

      5 stars
      Made this a little different from the recipe. I used the juice from a whole small lemon, which made it tart (just like I like my lemonade). Forgot the spinach and chia seeds and next will forget the banana. Bottom line…delicious.

      Reply
    2. Anna says

      July 15, 2014 at 10:27 pm

      Hi there!

      This weekend I decided to prepare a few smooth kits. Indeed they make life in the morning A LOT easier.

      Can I freeze peaches? Cantaloupe?

      Best

      Reply
      • Tammy Kresge says

        July 16, 2014 at 7:29 am

        that is great! yes you can freeze both of those.

        Reply
    3. Teresa Dame says

      July 08, 2014 at 12:02 pm

      My husband is on a blood thinner and can’t have a lot of spinach or dark green veggies. What do you suggest I use in its place.

      Reply
    4. Kaiya says

      July 03, 2014 at 5:59 pm

      Yes – please let us know how much green you added – I see it in the paragraph you reference the kale, but in the ingredient list I am curious of the ratio of greens to the other ingredients.
      Thanks

      Reply
      • Tammy Kresge says

        July 03, 2014 at 6:09 pm

        sorry about that 1/2 cup, packed.

        Reply
    5. Jennifer says

      July 03, 2014 at 5:54 pm

      I don’t see how much kale to use in the recipe. Am I missing something? Just curious because this is the first green smoothie I am actually interested in trying for myself.

      Reply
      • Tammy Kresge says

        July 03, 2014 at 6:09 pm

        1/2 cup kale, packed.

        Reply
    6. Lisa says

      July 03, 2014 at 5:53 pm

      Where’s the “green” in the ingredient list?

      Reply
    7. Debbie says

      July 03, 2014 at 5:19 pm

      This looks yummy… problem is the recipe itself does not include any greens (either kale or spinach) So if I were to print and put away I would probably forget to add greens.

      Me and my anal brain.

      Deb

      Reply
      • Tammy Kresge says

        July 03, 2014 at 6:10 pm

        no worries that was my fault. I updated to include the green.

        Reply

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