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    Home » Recipes » Drinks

    Simple Strawberry Smoothie with Yogurt

    By Marjory Pilley Published Sep 1, 2022 · Updated Sep 1, 2022

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    This simple strawberry smoothie with yogurt is thick, creamy, and packed with protein. Healthy recipe using easy-to-find ingredients that's ready in minutes.

    Simple strawberry smoothie with yogurt  in a glass with strawberries on top.

    This smoothie is a copycat recipe of the Strawberry Beach™ Smoothie I used to enjoy at Tropical Smoothie Cafe. Unfortunately, they don't offer it anymore. Luckily, I've cracked the code or, at the very least, made a very yummy alternative!

    I don't have their secret recipe. But, through trial and error, I figured out how to make an easy strawberry smoothie at home with ingredients I usually have on hand.

    Once you have the basic formula down, it's easy to adjust with other fruits (and vegetables.) That's how we came up with a blueberry spinach smoothie!

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    • Ingredients
    • Directions
    • Smoothies in a NutriBullet Magic Bullet
    • How to Thicken
    • Variations to Try
    • Storage
    • 📋 Recipe

    Ingredients

    Here's what you'll need to make the recipe:

    • Strawberries - Use fresh or frozen berries. They should be partially frozen for the best result so the blade can cut through them during the blending process. If using fresh strawberries that are not frozen, add extra ice to thicken the smoothie.
    • Ice - Crushed ice may work best if you don't have a high-speed blender.
    • Yogurt - Use unsweetened plain yogurt or Greek yogurt. Greek yogurt will add a little more protein and make the smoothie a little thicker.
      • Note: Flavored yogurt or already sweetened yogurt may work too. However, the flavor profile will differ, and the amount of sweetener required will vary.
    • Lemon juice - Brightens the flavor.
    • Sweetener to taste - Use your favorite sweetener. Any type will work, and the amount will depend on the sweetness of the berries.

    We suggest a sugar alternative, like Stevia or Monkfruit, to keep this smoothie healthy and lower in carbs. Other sweeteners that will work include sugar, honey, maple syrup, and a combination of sweeteners. Turbinado sugar is often used at smoothie stores.

    Directions

    Here's how to make a strawberry smoothie with yogurt for one with a countertop or highspeed blender, like a Vitamix.

    1. Cut large strawberries into chunks.
    2. Add strawberries, ice, yogurt, lemon juice, and sweetener to a blender, cover, and blend until smooth.

    Smoothies in a NutriBullet Magic Bullet

    This recipe is easily adaptable for a Magic Bullet or similar appliance. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's directions for any personal-style blender as they vary.

    For a Magic Bullet, leave out the ice and add the appropriate amount of water to the fill line instead.

    How to Thicken

    If your strawberry smoothie isn't the right consistency, add a little extra fruit or ice to make it thicker.

    Important Tip: Taste-test the smoothie before you pour it out of the blender. It's easy to do and will avoid frustration. Then, add more strawberries, ice, or sweetener until you have the perfect consistency and taste.

    Easy strawberry smoothie with yogurt and ice in a tall glass with a straw.

    Variations to Try

    Replace strawberries with any combination of about 1 ½ cups of fruit. Some options include:

    • banana
    • blueberries
    • mango
    • pineapple
    • cherries
    • raspberries

    You might also like: Pineapple Avocado Smoothie

    Storage

    Store leftover smoothies in a covered container for up to 2 days. Shake to recombine and enjoy.

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    Please leave a rating and tell us how you liked it!

    📋 Recipe

    Simple strawberry smoothie with yogurt in a glass with strawberries on top.

    Simple Strawberry Smoothie with Yogurt

    This simple strawberry smoothie with yogurt is thick, creamy, and packed with protein. Healthy recipe using easy-to-find ingredients.
    5 from 10 votes
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1 serving
    Author: Marjory Pilley

    Equipment

    • NutriBullet High Speed Blender/Mixer optional

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cup frozen strawberries partially defrosted (to the point that you can just slice with a knife)
    • 1 cup crushed ice
    • ½ cup non-fat plain yogurt or Greek Yogurt
    • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
    • 1 Tablespoon Stevia Blend 2 Tablespoons sugar or 4 packets of Splenda or other sweetener of choice.

    Instructions

    • Cut strawberries into large chunks.
    • Place ingredients in blender and cover with top. Blend until smooth.

    Notes

    Taste test before you pour the smoothie out of the blender. Add additional berries or ice for a thicker consistency. Add additional sweetener if desired.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 8g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 108mg | Potassium: 642mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin C: 130mg | Calcium: 278mg | Iron: 0.9mg
    Nutritional and Food Safety Disclaimer

    This recipe was originally published on 2/20/14 and has been updated to improve the reader experience.

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    1. Kayla Seah

      February 20, 2014 at 3:36 pm

      This looks just perfect. Not much can beat the right strawberry smoothie.

      Reply
      • Marjory

        February 20, 2014 at 3:53 pm

        Thanks for stopping by. I'm kinda stuck on strawberries right now. They are in season here and soooo delish!

        Reply
    2. Danielle @ TheCharmItSpot

      February 21, 2014 at 4:46 pm

      This smoothie recipe looks amazing! I could really go for a smoothie right now! I like putting greek yogurt in my smoothies. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Marjory

        February 24, 2014 at 8:48 pm

        Greek yogurt sounds wonderful!

        Reply
    3. Brooke

      June 05, 2015 at 9:35 pm

      I used to work at Tropical Smoothie and I have all of their recipes. Email me if you'd like the inside scoop. 🙂

      Reply
      • Dawn

        December 01, 2015 at 9:50 am

        5 stars
        Brook, would you mind sharing the Strawberry Beach recipe from tropical smoothie with me? I tried searching for the nutrition info, but since they no longer have it on their menu they don't provide it on their website.

        Please and Thank you!!

        Reply
        • Marjory

          December 02, 2015 at 7:53 pm

          Hi! You can use Calorie Count or My Fitness Pal to enter ingredient and get nutritional information. Hope that helps.

          Reply
      • Daniel medeiros

        March 13, 2018 at 8:10 pm

        Please email the recipes for strawberry beach. Kiwi quencher. And jetty punch

        Reply
        • Marjory

          March 14, 2018 at 11:05 am

          I don't have the recipes, but will definitely start working on some to share! Stay tuned!

          Reply
      • Brittany deyton

        March 14, 2018 at 10:13 am

        I need it

        Reply
      • Daniel medeiros

        March 14, 2018 at 3:18 pm

        Please email me them recipes

        Reply
      • IG

        May 09, 2018 at 10:38 pm

        5 stars
        I’d like the recipe to that island green smoothie if you don’t mind...

        Reply
        • Megan

          June 09, 2018 at 4:04 am

          5 stars
          Half a banana
          1 cup of cannedpineapple
          1 cup frozen mango
          1/4 cup cane sugar, or about a teaspoon of Splenda
          1 oz spinach
          1/2 oz kale
          1/2 cup water
          2 cups ice....
          And to make it the Detox Island Green........
          Add 1 tablespoonful of diced ginger
          And leave out sweetener.

          Reply
          • Marjory

            June 10, 2018 at 8:12 am

            OMG! Thanks so much for sharing. So many people have been asking for the Island Green Smoothie recipe! 🙂

            Reply
      • Amber Kluesner

        October 13, 2018 at 3:34 pm

        I would Love for you to share their recipes with me!

        Reply
      • Erika

        November 17, 2019 at 8:57 pm

        Brooke,
        I love tropical smoothie and would love to make them myself at home. please email me those recipes at the email listed below.

        Thank you!!!

        Reply
      • Sage

        August 25, 2020 at 9:49 am

        If you don't mind sharing the recipe for the Kiwi Quencher that'd be amazing! Thanks:)

        Reply
      • Tara Graves

        April 22, 2021 at 3:48 pm

        I would love their recipes. Please email me at:

        Reply
      • Heather Renee Mitzel

        January 03, 2022 at 10:56 am

        Hey my favorite is the kiwi quencher do you have the receipe for this one email me.

        Reply
    4. Japneet

      January 09, 2017 at 7:02 pm

      Hey I just wanted to ask if I use fresh strawberries what difference would be in the ingredients and their measurements? Please and thank you!

      Reply
      • Marjory

        January 15, 2017 at 5:09 pm

        Hi! You might need to add a few ice cubes to get a firmer consistency. Or freeze the fresh strawberries for a little while before using.

        Reply
    5. AngieD

      January 31, 2018 at 2:04 pm

      5 stars
      Just made this and it was fantastic and filling!

      Reply
      • Marjory

        January 31, 2018 at 2:17 pm

        Yay! Thanks for your feedback.

        Reply
      • Melissa

        January 24, 2019 at 7:22 pm

        5 stars
        I didn't like it I don't really like plain yogurt. But my husband liked it thanks for sharing

        Reply
    6. Lindsey

      January 04, 2019 at 11:11 pm

      5 stars
      I have been having a hard time getting my kids to enjoy smoothies. I added spinach to this one and honey for the sweetener. I'm happy to say that they are enjoying their smoothies, vegis and all.

      Reply
      • Marjory

        January 05, 2019 at 7:42 am

        I'm so glad they enjoyed it! Happy New Year!

        Reply
    7. Sarah

      September 24, 2019 at 10:23 am

      5 stars
      Just made it. Delicious thank you for sharing.

      Reply
      • Marjory Pilley

        September 24, 2019 at 10:59 am

        I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    8. Jacqueline (Jackie) Thomas

      October 16, 2021 at 12:57 pm

      Please email me your recipes. They look delicious - Many thanks.

      Reply
      • Marjory Pilley

        October 17, 2021 at 2:31 pm

        Hi! I would love to! Sign up here: https://www.dinner-mom.com/subscribe/

        Reply
    9. Deborah

      March 03, 2023 at 10:31 am

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness. So easy and good

      Reply
    10. Robyn

      May 22, 2023 at 2:52 am

      5 stars
      Sounds yummy and nice & simple! Can’t wait to try!

      Reply

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