Who’s already reached for rhubarb in the kitchen this year? Hands up! At our place, it’s made an appearance as a delicious rhubarb and strawberry smoothie. You only need five simple ingredients to make it – and the result might surprise you! The tartness of rhubarb pairs perfectly with the sweetness of seasonal strawberries, creating a refreshing, healthy, and completely plant-based treat. We recommend it as a light mid-morning snack or an easy afternoon pick-me-up.
Rhubarb is one of those seasonal ingredients I just can’t imagine my kitchen without. It’s a true sign that summer is on the way – and we’re always looking forward to it! I love using rhubarb in healthier bakes and desserts. What about you – are you fans of its distinctive tart flavor? For me, it’s the taste of childhood – I still remember dipping the stalks in sugar and snacking on them straight from the garden.
Rhubarb smoothie - how to prepare?
It tastes best fresh, so I don’t recommend making it far in advance. However, if you’re short on time, you can wash and chop the rhubarb and strawberries ahead of time, then blending will take just a few minutes.
Add cold almond milk straight from the fridge – this way, your smoothie will be nicely chilled. You can easily swap almond milk for any other plant-based milk, like oat or soy.
If you use sweet, seasonal strawberries, one tablespoon of brown sugar might be enough. Give it a taste and add more if needed. I prefer my smoothies with a slight tang, so I added only a little sugar.
Remember, we use only the rhubarb stalks in this recipe – the leaves contain high levels of oxalic acid and are not safe to eat!
Do you regularly make healthy smoothies from fresh ingredients? If so, be sure to try our vegan green smoothie made with coconut water – a delicious and refreshing way to start the day!
Rhubarb & strawberry smoothie
Kitchen utensils
- Blender
Ingredients
- 100 g rhubarb
- 200 g strawberries
- 200 ml almond milk
- 2 servings of protein powder (vegan)
- 1-2 tbsp cane sugar
Instructions
- Wash the rhubarb stalks thoroughly and cut them into small pieces. Transfer them to a small saucepan with a little water (just enough not to stick to the bottom). Simmer until tender for about 5 minutes. Set them aside for a few minutes.
- In the meantime, wash the strawberries, remove the stalks and cut them into smaller pieces.
- Put all the ingredients into a blender and blend to obtain the creamy smoothie. Enjoy!
tips
- If the smoothie is too thick, add more almond milk and adjust to your liking.
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