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Raspberry Rooibos Tea Smoothie

Raspberry Rooibos Tea Smoothie: A Creamy Morning Delight

A refreshing Raspberry Rooibos Tea Smoothie, combining sweet-tart raspberries and herbal tea for a deliciously energizing breakfast option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 2 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: South African
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Smoothie
  • 1 cup Rooibos Tea Brewed and cooled
  • 1 cup Frozen Raspberries Substitute with fresh raspberries and added ice if needed
  • 1 medium Frozen Banana Slices Use ripened bananas for best flavor
  • 0.5 cup Yogurt Greek or regular; dairy-free yogurt for vegan option
  • 0.5 cup Milk Almond or regular; any plant-based milk is suitable
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Adjust according to taste; substitute with maple syrup for vegan
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Balances sweetness; omit for milder taste
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional for flavor complexity

Equipment

  • blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brew one cup of water and steep a rooibos tea bag for 5–7 minutes. Let cool, then chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Gather your blender and add the chilled rooibos tea, frozen raspberries, frozen banana, half a cup of yogurt, half a cup of milk, honey, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  3. Blend at low speed to mix, then increase speed for 45–60 seconds until creamy and consistent. Scrape down the sides as needed.
  4. Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness by adding more honey or ice. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, chill all ingredients and use frozen fruits for a thicker consistency. Adjust the honey according to your sweetness preference and enjoy within 24 hours if stored in the fridge.

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