Pomegranate Blueberry Antioxidant Smoothie

Name: Pomegranate Blueberry Antioxidant Smoothie
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups frozen blueberries; 1 cup pomegranate juice (100% juice, no sugar added); 1 ripe banana, sliced and frozen; 1/2 cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt; 2 tsp honey (optional, to taste); 2 tsp chia seeds

A vibrant, deep-purple smoothie packed with antioxidant-rich blueberries and pomegranate juice, blended with banana for natural sweetness and Greek yogurt for protein and creaminess.

5 minEasyServes 2180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups frozen blueberries
1 cup pomegranate juice (100% juice, no sugar added)
1 ripe banana, sliced and frozen
1/2 cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt
2 tsp honey (optional, to taste)
2 tsp chia seeds

Instructions

1

Add 1 cup pomegranate juice (100% juice, no sugar added) to the blender first so the blades move freely.
2

Add 1 1/2 cups frozen blueberries, 1 sliced and frozen ripe banana, 1/2 cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt, and 2 tsp chia seeds to the blender.
3

Blend on high for 45 to 60 seconds until completely smooth. Taste and add 2 tsp honey (optional, to taste) if you'd like extra sweetness, then blend briefly to combine.
4

Pour into glasses and serve immediately.

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What is Pomegranate Blueberry Antioxidant Smoothie?

A vibrant, deep-purple smoothie packed with antioxidant-rich blueberries and pomegranate juice, blended with banana for natural sweetness and Greek yogurt for protein and creaminess. This reference files it under American non-alcoholic drink: made in a blender, rated easy and about 5 minutes start to finish.

What can I use instead of Greek yogurt in Pomegranate Blueberry Antioxidant Smoothie?

The entry for Pomegranate Blueberry Antioxidant Smoothie calls for 1/2 cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt. In its place: Sour cream, measure for measure, or regular yogurt strained for an hour.

Can I make Pomegranate Blueberry Antioxidant Smoothie dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Pomegranate Blueberry Antioxidant Smoothie is 1/2 cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt. Swap the yogurt for an unsweetened coconut or soy yogurt. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Pomegranate Blueberry Antioxidant Smoothie vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1/2 cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt and 2 tsp honey (optional, to taste). For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan non-alcoholic drink collection.

How many carbs are in Pomegranate Blueberry Antioxidant Smoothie?

One serving (the recipe makes 2) has 13 g of carbohydrate in about 180 calories, with 8 g protein and 11 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 140 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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