Diane's Cranberry Bluesberry Twister
Brighten your day with Diane's Cranberry Bluesberry Twister, a refreshing smoothie bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. This delightful blend of tart cranberries, sweet blueberries, and a creamy frozen banana creates a perfect harmony of tangy and fruity notes, all balanced with a splash of orange juice and the velvety richness of plain Greek yogurt. Naturally sweetened with honey and warmed with a hint of ground cinnamon, this vibrant drink is as satisfying as it is nourishing. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an easy and healthy breakfast or snack option packed with antioxidants, vitamin C, and protein. Serve chilled in a glass, topped with a fresh mint leaf for an elegant finishing touch. Perfect for smoothie lovers seeking a burst of flavor and nutrition in every sip!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 medium frozen banana
- 1 cup orange juice
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 6 pieces ice cubes
- 2 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the fresh cranberries and blueberries under cold water and drain well.
Step 2
Peel and slice a medium frozen banana if it has not already been prepared in advance.
Step 3
In a high-powered blender, combine the cranberries, blueberries, frozen banana slices, orange juice, Greek yogurt, honey, and ground cinnamon.
Step 4
Add the ice cubes to the blender for extra chill and thickness.
Step 5
Blend the mixture on high speed for 1–2 minutes, or until smooth and creamy. If necessary, stop to scrape down the sides and blend again to ensure everything is evenly incorporated.
Step 6
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more honey, if desired.
Step 7
Pour the smoothie into two chilled glasses and garnish each with a fresh mint leaf, if using.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy your Diane's Cranberry Bluesberry Twister!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1060.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 617.1 |
| Total Fat 4.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 1.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 12.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 50.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 137.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 96.8g | |
| Protein 17.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 204.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1350.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories