CHERRY-LIME-BASIL SMOOTHIE

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Sweet cherries and tart lime juice paired with fragrant basil give you an unexpected punch of fresh flavor.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Drinks     Smoothie Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup frozen sweet cherries
½ cup almond milk
½ cup crushed ice, or as needed
1 lime, zested and juiced
10 leaves fresh basil
½ teaspoon almond extract
1 tablespoon water, as needed

Steps:

  • Combine cherries, almond milk, 1/2 cup crushed ice, lime zest, lime juice, basil, and almond extract in a blender; process until cherries and basil are well incorporated and the mixture is smooth. Add a bit more ice if you want it thicker, or add a little water if you like it thinner.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.9 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 2.1 g, Sodium 44.1 mg, Sugar 28.7 g

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