A refreshing smoothie combining frozen blackberries and fresh lemon juice with milk and a hint of sea salt for balance. Perfect for a cool summer treat.
Blackberry Lemon Summer Smoothie
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A refreshing smoothie combining frozen blackberries and fresh lemon juice with milk and a hint of sea salt for balance. Perfect for a cool summer treat.
Prep
5 min
Cook
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Total
5 min
Servings
1
Diet
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Ingredients
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servings
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- ¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
- 1.0 cup (140.0 g)frozen blackberries
- 1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup (120.0 ml)ice cubes
- pinch of fine sea salt
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Instructions
- Add the milk and vanilla extract to a high-speed blender first.
- Add the frozen blackberries, fresh lemon juice, and sea salt.
- Add the ice cubes.
- Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds until completely smooth.
- Check the consistency. If too thick, blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional milk; if too thin, add a few extra ice cubes or frozen blackberries.
- Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.
Tips
- Use full-fat milk for a creamier texture or substitute with almond milk for a dairy-free version. For extra tartness, add a bit more lemon juice.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make blackberry lemon summer smoothie?
Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make blackberry lemon summer smoothie ahead?
Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours and shake or re-blend before drinking.
Can I use a different form of vanilla?
Yes. This recipe uses 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
187
Calories / serving
6.9g
Fat
24.6g
Carbs
7.9g
Protein
17.1g
Sugar
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~187 cal · 7g fat · 25g carbs · 8g protein · 17g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 187 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 35 min·2.0 mi·~4100 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 25 min·1.3 mi·~2500 steps
- Moderate cycling 19 min·3.8 mi
- Swimming laps 26 min
- Jogging 18 min·1.5 mi·~2900 steps
- Stair climbing 17 min·~1550 steps
- Dancing 30 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 19 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 43 min
Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.
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