Tea Fruit Blend Smoothie

Jul 29, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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This smoothie blends brewed black tea, fresh fruit, and milk into a refreshing, lightly spiced drink with a pinch of salt to enhance flavor.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

½ cup (120.0 ml)brewed black tea, cooled
¼ cup (60.0 ml)milk
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
¾ cup (170.0 g)ice cubes
½ cup (75.0 g)mixed fruit (e.g. berries, mango, or peach)
pinch of fine sea salt

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Instructions

Brew black tea and allow it to cool to room temperature.
Add brewed black tea, milk, and vanilla extract to a high-speed blender.
Add mixed fruit and a small pinch of fine sea salt.
Add ice cubes to the blender.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds, until completely smooth.
Check consistency and blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional liquid if too thick or a few extra ice cubes/frozen fruit if too thin.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use any fresh or frozen fruit you like for variety. Brew the tea in advance and chill it for a quicker smoothie preparation.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make tea fruit blend smoothie?

Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make tea fruit blend 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.

This smoothie blends brewed black tea, fresh fruit, and milk into a refreshing, lightly spiced drink with a pinch of salt to enhance flavor.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

75 Calories / serving

2.3g Fat

10.6g Carbs

2.7g Protein

9.7g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~75 cal · 2g fat · 11g carbs · 3g protein · 10g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 75 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 14 min·0.8 mi·~1650 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 10 min·0.5 mi·~1000 steps
Moderate cycling 8 min·1.6 mi
Swimming laps 11 min
Jogging 7 min·0.6 mi·~1100 steps
Stair climbing 7 min·~650 steps
Dancing 12 min
Bodyweight circuit training 8 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 17 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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