Strawberry Smoothie Without Milk
This dairy-free strawberry smoothie is creamy, vibrant, and packed with fresh fruit flavor. Made with frozen strawberries, banana, orange juice, and coconut water, it comes together in just 5 minutes for a refreshing breakfast or snack.
Equipment
- High-speed blender - Such as Vitamix or Ninja
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cutting board and knife - For slicing fresh toppings
- Tall smoothie glasses - Or mason jars for serving
- Reusable smoothie straws
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen strawberries - 300g
- 1 medium ripe banana - about 100g, sliced and frozen
- ½ cup 100% orange juice - 120ml, freshly squeezed or store-bought
- ¼ cup coconut water - 60ml
- 1 tablespoon honey - or pure maple syrup, optional
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- sea salt - a small pinch
For Topping (Optional)
- fresh sliced strawberries
- chia seeds
- granola
Instructions
- Remove frozen strawberries from freezer and let sit 2-3 minutes. Peel and slice banana then freeze for at least 2 hours if not already done.
- Pour orange juice and coconut water into the blender first, starting with liquids helps the blades catch and blend efficiently.
- Add frozen banana slices and frozen strawberries on top of the liquids, breaking up any large clumps.
- Add vanilla extract, a pinch of sea salt, and honey or maple syrup if using.
- Blend on low for 10 seconds to break down large pieces, then increase to high and blend for 45-60 seconds until completely smooth.
- Taste and adjust sweetness with more honey if needed, or thin with extra coconut water.
- Pour into tall glasses and top with fresh sliced strawberries, chia seeds, or granola. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use ripe, sweet strawberries for the best natural flavor and to reduce the need for added sweetener.
- Freezing the banana in advance is key for a thick, creamy texture similar to a milkshake.
- Don't skip the pinch of salt — it enhances the sweetness and overall strawberry flavor.
- For a thinner consistency, add more orange juice or coconut water one tablespoon at a time.
- To make it thicker, add extra frozen strawberries, 1-2 tablespoons of chia seeds, or a handful of rolled oats.
- Replace orange juice with coconut water, apple juice, pomegranate juice, or plain water for different flavor profiles.
- Add a scoop of vanilla or unflavored protein powder for a more filling post-workout smoothie.
- Store leftovers in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours, shake well before drinking.
- Freeze leftovers in popsicle molds for 4+ hours to make homemade strawberry popsicles.
- For meal prep, portion frozen fruit into zip-lock bags so you can just dump and blend in the morning.