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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A nice cherry pie or cobbler. Mmmmm mmmm good.
I make cherry sauce for cheesecake topping
I love putting tart cherries in salads! With walnuts an lots of goat cheese of course!
Cherry juice is one of the best mix-ins to add depth of flavor to a smoothie. It’s a definite go-to for me!
I love love love dried tart cherries and add them to cookies, greek yogurt, cereal & more. Because tart cherries are primarily a Michigan crop and I lived in Traverse City, home of the National Cherry Festival, I am quite aware of how versatile they are but would love to win this prize package!!
I do love tart cherries in a smoothie as well. Toss in a little almond milk to add some creamy to tart mmm…
I won’t have thought of using tart cherries in a smoothie, but this sounds yummy.
I have never tried tart cherries but am so excited to!
When I make fudge, I add pecans and dried cherries to the basic recipe. Everyone goes mad for the taste.
I put them in smoothies. I also love dried tart cherries covered in dark chocolate.
Dried tart cherries are perfect in breakfast cookies!
I can think of lots of ways to use cherries-breads, scones and granola, just to name a few!
I’ve been drinking tart Cherry juice for several months, I’ve quit taking pills to sleep at night! Also put frozen cherries in my daily smoothies.
I love cherries and that smoothie sounds sooo good! Cannot wait to try it!
I’m always looking for new non-sweet ways to eat more fruit!
I have never really liked tart cherries, but you make them sound so good I must try them again.