Grape Smoothie
This grape smoothie recipe combines frozen red grapes with banana and Greek yogurt for a thick, creamy, naturally sweet drink that tastes like dessert but is packed with antioxidants, protein, and potassium.
Equipment
- High-powered blender - such as Vitamix or Ninja
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife and cutting board - for slicing the banana
- Freezer-safe storage bag or container - for freezing grapes ahead of time
- Tall serving glasses
- Reusable straw - optional
Ingredients
- 2 cups seedless red grapes - 300g, frozen
- 1 medium ripe banana - about 100g, fresh or frozen
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt - 240g, full-fat or low-fat
- 1/2 cup milk of choice - 120ml, dairy, almond, oat, or coconut milk
- 1-2 tablespoons honey - or maple syrup, optional, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract - optional
- ice cubes - small handful, only if using fresh grapes instead of frozen
- fresh whole grapes - for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and dry red seedless grapes thoroughly, removing all stems. Spread in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet, freeze for at least 2 hours or overnight, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag.
- Peel banana and break into 3-4 chunks. For a colder, thicker smoothie, use a previously frozen banana.
- Add milk to the blender first, then yogurt, vanilla extract, honey or maple syrup, banana chunks, and frozen grapes on top.
- Secure lid tightly. Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 45-60 seconds until completely smooth. Scrape down sides if needed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness with more honey or consistency with extra milk or frozen grapes. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to brighten flavor if desired.
- Pour immediately into tall serving glasses. Garnish with fresh whole grapes on the rim or a thin grape slice inside. Enjoy right away.
Notes
- Always freeze the grapes first for a thick, slushy texture. Fresh grapes will make a watery smoothie.
- Use red or purple grapes for the sweetest, most flavorful results. Concord grapes create an intensely grape-flavored smoothie.
- Add liquid to the blender first to protect the motor and ensure even blending.
- A ripe banana with brown spots provides the best sweetness and creaminess.
- Do not over-blend; blending too long generates heat that can thin out the smoothie.
- Taste before sweetening – red grapes are often sweet enough without added honey.
- Store leftovers in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours; shake or stir before drinking.
- Freeze leftover smoothie in ice cube trays, then blend with a splash of milk for a quick smoothie later.
- Prep freezer packs with grapes and banana chunks for 2-minute morning blending.
- This smoothie is best served cold and should never be reheated.