Strawberry Basil Smoothie

This refreshing Strawberry Basil Smoothie is bursting with a sweet herby flavor. Make this deliciously invigorating drink for your foodie friends or enjoy it on those days when you need a change from the routine. 

Summer is heating up and this naturally gluten-free strawberry and basil smoothie recipe is creamy, cold, and one tasty way to cool down! It's a unique flavor combination that's chocked full of wholesome ingredients.

Why I love this recipe

We love that this smoothie has a bright, smooth flavor and is a unique twist on the average smoothie. It's creamy from the avocado and strawberries and basil are the key flavors for a lovely balance of freshness in this fruit smoothie.

For more yummy strawberry recipes, check out my Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble, Gluten-Free Strawberry Muffins, Strawberry Rhubarb Coffee Cake, Chocolate Dipped Strawberries, and Strawberry Crumble Pie.

Ingredient Notes + Substitutions

A few pantry items and fresh produce make this an easy smoothie recipe without bananas and comes together in minutes. 

• Strawberries - Frozen strawberries are best for a nice cold smoothie.
• Avocado - Adds creaminess. 
• Fresh spinach - Optional, but adds a sneaky veggie.
• Basil - Just a few leaves go a long way in adding a refreshing herby taste. Mint leaves make an excellent substitution if you don't have basil.
• Nut butter - Almond butter is smooth, nutty, and a great source of plant-based protein. Replace with sunflower seed butter, cashew butter, or leave it out entirely.
• Plant-based milk - Almond milk or any other plant-based milk or cow's milk works well as a substitute in this recipe.
• Maple Syrup - Just a little bit of sweetness! Honey works well as a substitution or you can leave it out entirely.

How to make it

Add ingredients to the blender and blend until smooth!

Variations

This almond milk smoothie with strawberries and basil is perfectly divine as is, but varying this recipe to fit your diet or taste is easy. That's what's great about smoothies, they are completely versatile and can accommodate everyone.

• Milk - Instead of almond milk, try another plant-based milk such as oat milk, cashew milk, or soy milk. You could also use dairy milk.
• Basil - If you don't have basil or would like to try another herb, mint is an excellent variation. 
• Coconut water - Swap 1 cup of milk for 1 cup of coconut water for extra hydration with electrolytes. 
• Seeds - Add 1-2 tablespoons of ground flaxseed, chia seeds, or hemp seeds for an extra nutrient boost.

More Smoothie recipes

• Mixed Frozen Fruit Smoothie
• Chocolate Raspberry Smoothie
• Green Peach Mango Smoothie

📖 Recipe

Strawberry Basil Smoothie

Jamie

This Strawberry Basil Smoothie is creamy, cold, and refreshing with avocado, spinach, and other simple ingredients.

5 from 1 vote

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, Snack, Summer

Cuisine American

Servings 2 large smoothies

Calories 266 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 2 ¼ cups unsweetened almond milk or other plant-based milk
• 2 tablespoons almond butter
• ½ large avocado
• 1 large handful fresh raw spinach
• 4-6 medium basil leaves
• 1 ½ cups frozen strawberries
• 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup , to taste

Instructions

 

• Add all ingredients to a blender in order, starting with the liquids and ending with the frozen strawberries.
• Blend at high speed until smooth and creamy.

Notes

Read the blog post for substitutions and variations.

Nutrition

Calories: 266kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 7gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 384mgPotassium: 623mgFiber: 8gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 1535IUVitamin C: 73mgCalcium: 436mgIron: 2mg

Keyword strawberry basil smoothie, strawberry avocado smoothie

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