- Water instead of yogurt?
- Yes, but it won't be creamy.
- Too sour?
- Currants vary. Add more honey or ripe banana.
Red Currant Smoothie
Not just juice, but a texture play. Banana starch/fiber gives body, yogurt protein adds creaminess, currant acid keeps it fresh. Perfect start to an active day.
Ingredients
5
oz
Red Currants (fresh/frozen, cleaned)
1
whole
Ripe Banana
0.6
cup
Plain Yogurt
1
tbsp
Honey
4
cubes
Ice
1
tsp
Vanilla Extract
1
pinch
Salt
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Equipment Needed
- Blender
- Knife/Board
- Tall glasses
Allergen Information
Milk
Instructions
1
✓
Prep: peel/slice banana. Clean currants.
Tip: Riper banana = sweeter drink.
2
✓
Yogurt and honey into blender first.
Tip: Liquid helps blades spin.
3
✓
Add fruit, vanilla, ice, salt.
Tip: Ice adds texture.
4
✓
Blend low to high 1-2 mins until smooth.
Tip: Frozen fruit makes it thicker.
5
✓
Taste, adjust sweet, serve.
Tip: Drink fresh before it separates.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 5 oz Red Currants (fresh/frozen, cleaned)
- 1 whole Ripe Banana
- 0.6 cup Plain Yogurt
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 4 cubes Ice
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 pinch Salt