Balkan Sour Cherry and Yogurt Smoothie

Name: Balkan Sour Cherry and Yogurt Smoothie
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: Balkan
Ingredients: ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt; ½ cup pitted sour cherries, fresh or thawed frozen; ¼ cup milk; 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts; 1 teaspoon honey; ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 ice cubes

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5 minTotal time

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320kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

servings

Ingredient substitutions

Sour cherries Pitted sweet cherries with a small squeeze of lemon juice
Greek yogurt Plain strained Balkan-style yogurt
Milk Plain oat milk
Walnuts Almonds

Nutrition per serving

Estimated values for 1 serving, 320 kcal

Protein18 g

Carbohydrates35 g

Fat12 g

Fiber 3 g · Sugar 29 g · Sodium 100 mg

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A creamy, tangy smoothie inspired by Balkan sour-cherry yogurt desserts. Walnuts and a little honey add a mellow, nutty sweetness.

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Steps

Add the yogurt, cherries, milk, walnuts, honey, vanilla, and ice to a blender.
Blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed.
Taste and adjust the honey to suit the tartness of the cherries.
Pour into a glass and serve promptly.

Tips for Balkan Sour Cherry and Yogurt Smoothie

A finished smoothie should look evenly pink and pour in a thick, steady stream.
Very tart cherries can make the yogurt taste sharper; taste before adding extra honey.
For a smoother finish, use finely chopped walnuts rather than large pieces.