Cherry Revitalizer Smoothie + KitchenAid Stand Mixer + LeCreuset Dutch Oven
It’s amazing what the right smoothie can do.
This one gives me energy and makes me feel refreshed and revitalized.
Partly because it’s not a super sweet smoothie. I used Montmorency tart cherries, which have a unique sour-sweet taste. The slight tartness wakes up my tastebuds and cuts through the cobwebs in my brain without needing to pour a cup of coffee.
It’s a great smoothie pre- or post-workout, or any time you need a little pick-me-up. It’s vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free, and packed with tons of bold flavor.
The tart cherries are rich in vitamin A and for fruits and vegetables, a sour taste is often a cue for more phytonutrient compounds inside. Montmorency tart cherries contain anthocyanins, a flavonoid that contributes to the ruby-red color and distinguishing taste.
Tart cherries are available in dried, frozen and juice forms so you can enjoy these superfruits year-round.
The banana is packed with potassium, and coconut water is like nature’s sports drink and naturally balances and replenishes electrolytes.
The cherry flavor is bold yet tempered by the smooth, creamy banana. Bananas are such workhorses in smoothies. I always keep a stash of banana chunks in the freezer so I can toss a few into the blender for smoothies. No need for ice that way, either.
I sweetened it to taste so that it’s sweet-yet-tart like a glass of lemonade should be. It’s refreshing and zingy without having to pucker up.
It’s interesting that expert trend trackers say sour is the new spicy, which will no doubt change the food industry. To learn more about going tart instead, and to find recipes and serving ideas for tart cherries, visit choosecherries.com
Cherry Revitalizer Smoothie
Ingredients
- 2 cups Montmorency tart cherries, frozen
- 2 medium/large ripe bananas, previously frozen in chunks is ideal
- 1 cup coconut water, water may be substituted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla or almond extract
- sweetener, to taste (granulated sugar, agave, stevia, zero-calorie sweetener, etc.)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in the canister of a blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
- Serve immediately. Extra portions may be frozen in freezer-safe (plastic) glasses for up to 3 months. Allow to soften at room temp before serving.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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I love using dried cherries in my oatmeal recipes and quick breads.
Love love cherries. So many wonderful nutritional benefits and they taste delicious too. I would absolutely love to win this give away and use the supply to experiment with recipes and spread the cherry word.. And I would love a bright red mixer…my kitchen is lacking bright colors (and a mixer!!!) #gotart!
Love that pretty cherry smoothie…perfect for Valentine breakfast in bed!
I love using tart cherries in smoothies also! I usually sweeten it up with some vanilla yogurt.
i drink 1/4 cup of cherry juice each night (almost) to help relax me and help me sleep. My doctor suggested I go this. And it works. So this cherry smoothie would really make me sleepy. ;)
I can eat dried cherries like they’re candy, so this giveaway and recipe is really exciting to me!
Yum! I would just eat the cherries or try that smoothie recipe.
That smoothie sounds awesome!
I love all cherries, all ways!!
Did you know that cherries are great for gout?
that smoothie look so refreshing and delicious! cherries are my absolute fav!
This cherry smoothie looks amazing! I drink a smoothie every morning before I work out and I am always looking for new smoothie recipes, I can’t wait to try it! Thanks for sharing, pinned :)
this sounds delish!
Thanks to Sally, I am now OBSESSED with cherries in my smoothies! This looks amazing! (And I totally agree about using frozen bananas instead of ice!!!)
I love baking with tart cherries. Thanks for the chance to win.
Love cherries of any kind. What a great recipe for a cherry smoothie. Tart will be an interesting flavor to try.