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Strawberry Rhubarb Smoothie

June 6, 2011 By Jennifer 5 Comments

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I’ve started writing a monthly vegan recipe column for One Green Planet. One Green Planet is an online ecosystem that draws links between the world of ecology, the environment and vegan living. We are a platform that brings together a range of distinct voices, unified by a commitment to spreading good ideas that benefit people, animals and the planet. I am honored and thrilled to join the ranks of so many prominent contributors.
It’s rhubarb season and if you visit your local farmer’s market right now I’m sure you will find plenty of this antioxidant-rich vegetable there. My last visit to our local market showcased some fresh and beautiful rhubarb.

Morning smoothies are a daily ritual in our home. My three year old helps make them, while my 18 month old tugs at my leg in anxious anticipation. Smoothies are a delicious and easy way to get in your daily fruits and vegetables. Rhubarb was the perfect choice for this dessert-style smoothie because it provides a good source of vitamin c, calcium, and fiber.

This smoothie is light and frothy, while offering the perfect balance of tart and sweet.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup fresh rhubarb, chopped
  • ½ cup orange juice
  • 1 tbsp date syrup, pure maple syrup or 2-3 dates
  • ½ tbsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • ½ cup frozen strawberries
  • 1 fresh banana
  • 12 oz unsweetened vanilla non-dairy milk of choice
  • 1 pinch ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp ground flaxseed

Preparation:

  1. Combine chopped rhubarb, orange juice, date syrup, vanilla and cinnamon in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for five minutes.
  2. Set aside to cool slightly and place in refrigerator to chill for 30 minutes (this can be done ahead of time and you can make more so you can enjoy this all week long).
  3. Combine all ingredients in a blender. Puree until smooth and serve.

Enjoy!

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Enjoy and have a great day!

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Comments

  1. Kevin says

    June 18, 2011 at 9:30 am

    What a wonderful smoothie!

    Reply
  2. Virtually Vegan Mama says

    June 18, 2011 at 3:19 pm

    Thanks Kevin! Did you make it? 🙂

    Reply
  3. Homegrown Adventures says

    March 22, 2016 at 3:15 am

    I have been wanting to learn all about rhubarb for some time. This smoothie looks so tasty. You take amazing pictures girlie. 🙂

    Reply

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