North Pole Strawberry Smoothie

Gluten Free
Health score
14%
North Pole Strawberry Smoothie
5 min.
2
301kcal

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Welcome to a delightful treat that will transport your taste buds to the frosty wonderland of the North Pole! Our North Pole Strawberry Smoothie is not just a beverage; it's a festive experience that combines the sweetness of strawberries with the creamy goodness of vanilla frozen yogurt. Perfect for a morning meal, brunch, or a refreshing afternoon pick-me-up, this smoothie is both gluten-free and incredibly easy to whip up in just 5 minutes.

Imagine sipping on a vibrant, slushy blend of partially thawed strawberries, enhanced with a hint of peppermint from a crushed candy cane. This smoothie is not only visually stunning with its half-and-half design but also a feast for the senses, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures. The addition of reduced-fat yogurt ensures that you can indulge without the guilt, making it a perfect choice for health-conscious foodies.

Whether you're hosting a holiday gathering or simply treating yourself to a special breakfast, this North Pole Strawberry Smoothie is sure to impress. Serve it in festive glasses adorned with crushed candy cane rims, and watch as your guests' eyes light up with joy. Grab your blender and let’s create a deliciously refreshing drink that captures the spirit of the season!

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces strawberries frozen thawed undrained
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • cups vanilla yogurt frozen
  • tablespoons vanilla yogurt reduced-fat
  •  peppermint candies crushed finely
  • serving decorating gel green

Equipment

  • blender
  • drinking straws

Directions

  1. Place strawberries and water in blender. Cover and blend on medium-high speed until slushy. Blend on medium speed until smooth.
  2. Transfer to 2-cup measure.
  3. Wash and dry blender.
  4. Place frozen yogurt and reduced-fat yogurt in blender. Cover and blend on medium speed until smooth.
  5. Place crushed candy cane on small plate. Pipe decorating gel around rim of two 12-ounce glasses. Dip rims into crushed candy.
  6. Carefully pour yogurt mixture and strawberries at the same time into glasses, creating a half-and-half design.
  7. Serve with large drinking straws if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories301kcal
Protein9.84%
Fat25.14%
Carbs65.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
55
Glycemic Load
4.88
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
14.610434809457%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.38mg
Petunidin
0.16mg
Delphinidin
0.44mg
Malvidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
35.22mg
Peonidin
0.07mg
Catechin
4.41mg
Epigallocatechin
1.11mg
Epicatechin
0.6mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.21mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.16mg
Naringenin
0.37mg
Kaempferol
0.71mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
1.57mg
Gallocatechin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:301.44kcal
15.07%
Fat:8.74g
13.44%
Saturated Fat:5.11g
31.92%
Carbohydrates:50.86g
16.95%
Net Carbohydrates:48.02g
17.46%
Sugar:45.94g
51.05%
Cholesterol:3.88mg
1.29%
Sodium:141.38mg
6.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.7g
15.39%
Vitamin C:84.66mg
102.62%
Manganese:0.57mg
28.26%
Calcium:263.69mg
26.37%
Phosphorus:246.78mg
24.68%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
23.17%
Potassium:564.51mg
16.13%
Vitamin B5:1.22mg
12.16%
Fiber:2.84g
11.34%
Folate:44.86µg
11.21%
Magnesium:42.08mg
10.52%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.54%
Selenium:6.3µg
9%
Vitamin B12:0.52µg
8.73%
Copper:0.13mg
6.65%
Vitamin A:330.89IU
6.62%
Zinc:0.97mg
6.48%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.38%
Iron:1.03mg
5.71%
Vitamin B3:0.98mg
4.91%
Vitamin E:0.57mg
3.82%
Vitamin K:3.57µg
3.4%