Strawberry Acai Smoothie
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Updated Dec 29, 2020
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Strawberry acai smoothie is delicious, simple and comes together quickly! Just toss a frozen acai packet, strawberries, banana and nut milk into a blender for a refreshing and vitamin-packed smoothie.
It’s nearly a combination of my Acai Bowl and Strawberry Banana Smoothie. Yum!
Using Frozen Acai Packets
I was doing a little freezer foraging the other morning (to see what’s gotten buried over time) and stumbled on several frozen acai packets. Little packets like these always have a way of meandering to the very bottom, don’t they?
Usually, I’ll use these frozen acai packets to make my always popular acai bowl. Have you made it? Hint – you should.
But if I’m being honest, there are also days (usually when I’m pressed for time) when I just want to throw a couple of ingredients into my Vitamix and be done.
Welcome to today’s acai smoothie. It’s a strawberry acai smoothie that only has 4 ingredients and literally takes 30 seconds to make. It’s cooling, refreshing, fruity and perfect for the summer months.
Want a grab and go smoothie? It’s a nice breakfast alternative for those mornings when you just want to toss a handful of ingredients into your blender and head out the door.
Strawberry Acai Smoothie
If you’ve ever had Starbucks strawberry acai refresher, you know that these two berries go well together. But unfortunately for Starbucks, their “light” almost tea-like refresher is not so light as it’s got quite a bit of added sugar. 20 grams to be exact.
But you can easily replicate those flavors at home, in healthier smoothie form, with this strawberry acai smoothie.
As I’ve mentioned on my acai bowl recipe, I always choose unsweetened acai packs (which, for the record have zero sugar). You’ll have plenty of natural sugar from the banana and strawberries, so there’s no sense in adding more.
How to Make Strawberry Acai Smoothie
So here’s what you do. Toss one acai pack into your high-powered blender along with one banana and one cup of strawberries (use fresh strawberries for a thinner smoothie or frozen strawberries for a thicker smoothie).
To that, add your favorite nut milk. I always use my homemade cashew milk as it’s super creamy. Then, blend for 30 seconds. That’s it.
Feel free to get creative with add-ins, like collagen, maca and hemp seeds. I also have a laundry list of superfood add-ins on my how to make the healthiest smoothie post. Or you can keep it simple. For those mornings when simple and healthy is just what you need.
For More Healthy Smoothie Recipes
There’s so many options when it comes to smoothie recipes. Here’s a few more of my favorites!
- Green Smoothie (The Best!)
- Blueberry Smoothie
- Peach Breakfast Smoothie
- Post-Workout Green Smoothie
- Almond Orange Smoothie
- Golden Beet, Carrot and Turmeric Smoothie.
Strawberry Acai Smoothie
Description
Ingredients
- 3.5 oz packet frozen acai
- 1 banana
- 1 cup strawberries
- 3/4 cup almond milk or cashew milk
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a high-powered blender and blend until smooth.
Lisa's Tips
- You can find frozen acai packets in the freezer section (usually next to frozen berries) at Whole Foods or similar market.
Nutrition
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This is so delicious 😋 I added some spinach and spirulina to it and you don’t even taste it 😜
What are the measurements in case one has to use the acai powder?
Trader Joe’s also has frozen puree
Yep! You can buy azai packs from Trader Joes as well :)
Just curious if there was a glitch with the sugar count in the nutrition facts because 15 g seemed low for having strawberries and banana. Definitely not complaining if it is only 15g but I just didn’t want to get my hopes up 🤣😂
Hi Marta – It is about 15-16 grams of sugar as the nutritional information is per serving, and there are 2 servings in this recipe.
Love this smoothie!! Seriously tase so delicious. I used mixed berries instead of just strawberries because it is what I had. I also used macadamia milk. Seriously best smoothie I’ve ever had! And I’ve had some amazing smoothies!
Hi Avery – I love macadamia milk as well! Such a great addition for smoothies :)
I tried making the Acai Bowl this morning but my end result was this. haha. Guess I over blended. I was bummed until I saw you purposefully make it this way too. ;)
Nut milk strained in a gallon painters bag or clean nylon stocking to strain this great milk
Yes, lots of option for straining nut milk. :)
Those acai packets looked so great, but unfortunately they have soy lecithin in it. Since soy is our countries #1 GMO crop, I avoid it at all cost. I will have to look into acai powder. Thanks for the recipe!
Hi Cindy – yes, the powder is soy free. Enjoy the recipe! :)
I never heard of acai, Sounds very intriguing.
It’s a delicious fruit – you should look into it! :)
This looks delicious and easy to make! I love those acai packets!
They’re the best, aren’t they? Makes this smoothie so incredibly easy. :) x
I need to get my hands on some acai packets! That sounds so convenient to have in the freezer.
Yes! Definitely convenient. You can also purchase acai powder. :) x
Oh this sounds absolutely delicious and so super easy to make. I must admit I’m always lazy to make my own cashew milk and you got me craving for some.
Homemade cashew milk is the best! It’s my favorite nut milk so I always have a batch ready. :) x
Wow this smoothie looks really delicious. I love the colour and I bet it taste just amazing. I love that you used homemade cashew milk. Everything tastes better with homemade stuff.
100% agree! And when it’s so simple to make at home, why not? :)
Açai bowls/smoothies are a totally worthy trend, if you ask me. Love that you mixed the packets with fresh strawberries (and I’ll forgive you for the banana inclusion – I’ve mentioned I never use bananas in smoothies, hahaha). Wishing you a fabulous weekend ahead, Lisa! x
You can definitely leave the banana out – or sub it with an apple! Lol. ;) Happy weekend to you as well Liz! x