Creamy Cucumber Basil Smoothie Recipe
A refreshing and creamy cucumber smoothie made with fresh basil, plant-based milk, and cream of coconut, perfect for a healthy and hydrating drink any time of day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Total Time: 6 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Produce
- 1 cucumber, peeled and chopped
- ~5 leaves of basil
- 1 lime
Dairy Alternatives
- 1 cup of plant-based milk, divided
- 2 tablespoons of cream of coconut
Miscellaneous
- ½ cup of ice
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Peel and chop the cucumber. Squeeze the juice from half a lime.
- Combine in blender: Add the chopped cucumber, basil leaves, ½ cup of plant-based milk, ice, cream of coconut, and lime juice into the blender.
- Blend smoothie: Blend all ingredients on high for about one minute until smooth and creamy.
- Adjust consistency: Taste the smoothie and add more plant-based milk as needed to achieve your preferred thickness and flavor.
- Serve: Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately for the freshest taste.
Notes
- If cream of coconut is unavailable, use canned coconut milk with 2 teaspoons of sweetener as a substitute.
- Peeling the cucumber is recommended to ensure a smoother, creamier texture.
- Customize the smoothie by adjusting lime juice, plant-based milk, or adding extra sweetener according to your taste.
- Control the thickness by varying the amount of plant-based milk and ice used.
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