Chocolate Strawberry Clean Out the Fridge Smoothie
Transform your fridge leftovers into a decadent and nutrient-packed treat with this Chocolate Strawberry Clean Out the Fridge Smoothie! Bursting with fresh or frozen strawberries, creamy banana, and rich cocoa powder, this recipe creates a luscious blend that satisfies both your sweet tooth and your health goals. Customize it with your choice of milk—dairy or plant-based—and sneak in a handful of greens like spinach or kale for an extra boost of vitamins, making it the perfect waste-free breakfast or snack. This 5-minute recipe is ideal for busy mornings, offering a velvety texture from yogurt and a touch of optional honey or maple syrup for natural sweetness. Chill it to perfection with a few ice cubes, and enjoy a refreshing smoothie that’s as resourceful as it is delicious!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup milk (or any plant-based milk)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
- 1 medium banana (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup plain or vanilla yogurt
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 handful any greens (e.g., spinach, kale) - optional
- 3 cubes ice cubes
Directions
Step 1
1. Gather all your ingredients, checking your fridge for any fresh or leftover produce to include.
Step 2
2. Rinse and hull the strawberries if using fresh ones. Peel the banana if it's fresh.
Step 3
3. Add the milk (or plant-based milk) to a blender as the base liquid.
Step 4
4. Add the yogurt, banana, and strawberries into the blender.
Step 5
5. Sprinkle in the cocoa powder for a rich chocolate flavor.
Step 6
6. If you'd like extra sweetness, drizzle in the honey or maple syrup.
Step 7
7. Optionally, add a handful of greens like spinach or kale for a nutrient boost.
Step 8
8. Toss in the ice cubes to make the smoothie cold and refreshing.
Step 9
9. Blend on high speed for about 1-2 minutes or until the smoothie is creamy and well combined.
Step 10
10. Taste and adjust sweetness or liquid as needed, then blend again briefly if adjustments are made.
Step 11
11. Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious Chocolate Strawberry Clean Out the Fridge Smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (902.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 528.6 |
| Total Fat 10.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 40.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 247.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 93.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 67.2g | |
| Protein 22.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 252.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 698.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1746.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories