Shellfish Free Hibiscus-Berry Strawberry Smoothie with Flaxseed
Tart, floral, and brilliantly jewel-toned, this smoothie is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're doing something genuinely good for yourself — and it actually tastes incredible. Brewed hibiscus tea forms the liquid base, lending a deep berry-red color and a tangy depth that store-bought smoothie mixes simply can't replicate. Frozen strawberries, mixed berries, and banana blend into a thick, creamy texture, while ground flaxseed adds a subtle nuttiness along with a boost of fiber and healthy fats. A pinch of ginger and turmeric round out the flavor with just enough warmth to keep things interesting without tipping into savory territory. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup tie everything together in the most satisfying way. The whole process is straightforward — steep, cool, blend, pour — and the result is a smoothie that looks stunning topped with fresh strawberry slices. It's naturally free from any seafood-derived ingredients, so there's zero need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden additives sneaking into your glass.
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2 servings
For the hibiscus tea
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp dried hibiscus flowers
For the smoothie
- 1 ½ cups frozen strawberries
- ½ cup frozen mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries)
- 1 medium banana, peeled and frozen
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- fresh strawberry slices (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 1 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan. Remove from heat, add the dried hibiscus flowers, and steep for 10 minutes. Strain through a fine-mesh strainer into a heatproof cup, discard the flowers, and let the tea cool for at least 5 minutes until no longer steaming.
- 2
Add the cooled hibiscus tea, frozen strawberries, frozen mixed berries, frozen banana, ground flaxseed, ground ginger, ground turmeric, honey, and lemon juice to a blender.
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