Dairy-Free Raspberry Almond Smoothie

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Dairy-Free Raspberry Almond Smoothie is so simple to make, and it’s a delicious way to change up your smoothie game! It’s also a great excuse to eat fresh fruit! Make it paleo or vegan, add your favorite mix-ins, and you have a scrumptious treat right at your fingertips! {Paleo or Vegan}

Is this Dairy-Free Raspberry Almond Smoothie a super-simple smoothie recipe that you can customize to your very own liking? OMIGOSH, YES. And perhaps that simplicity is what makes it so special. Cue Clarice from Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, “But that’s what makes it so grand!”

I digress.

If you are always on the go and need something quick to tide you over, then Dairy-Free Raspberry Almond Smoothie has your back. It’s here for you to customize to your own preferences. Fresh raspberries and strawberries paired with almonds and almond milk create a delicious base for your favorite mix-ins. Think flaxseed, chia seeds, protein power, or collagen. Have something else you like to throw in smoothies? Well, give it a try here!

One thing I will say is fresh fruit is worth the effort. In fact, you may not even need any sweetener. If you use frozen fruit, then that’s fine, too. I’ve done the same. Your smoothie will taste more tart, and depending on your tastebuds, you may need more sweetener. Ultimately, though, whatever works best for you will work in this smoothie recipe.

Okay, let’s not overcomplicate things. Grab some fruit, a blender, and your favorite smoothie add-ons, and let’s do this!

Dairy-Free Raspberry Almond Smoothie is

• Gluten-Free
• Vegan-friendly and/or paleo-friendly
• Perfect for mix-ins
• Easy to throw together
• Ready in minutes

Dairy-Free Raspberry Almond Smoothie ingredients

• Fresh raspberries. At least two cups, but, of course, you can always add more.
• Fresh strawberries. Okay, yes, this is a raspberry smoothie, so why add the strawberries? They add a subtle sweetness without diluting the raspberry flavor.
• Almond milk. I typically use unsweetened vanilla, but you can use whatever variety your heart desires.
• Sliced almonds. These add a little crunch and texture to the smoothie. I often include them as the topping, but you can grind them into the smoothie itself or even soak a handful of whole almonds for a few hours beforehand and then add them to the blender.
• Liquid sweetener. 100% pure honey, 100% pure maple syrup (if you do want a vegan AND paleo drink and don’t mind a slightly maple-y smoothie), or agave nectar would work. You can also bypass those liquid sweeteners and try liquid stevia (a few drops) or the granulated version (a few pinches).
• Garnishes: Sliced almonds, chia seeds, flaxseed, additional fruit.

Side note: You could also add protein powder, collagen, or other mix-ins, too.

How to make Dairy-Free Raspberry Almond Smoothie

1. In a high-speed blender add the raspberries, strawberries, almond milk, and liquid sweetener. If including almonds, chia seeds, flaxseed, or other mix-ins to the smoothie, then do so now. Blend on LOW, gradually increasing the speed to HIGH and blend until smooth.
2. Transfer to drinking glasses and garnish with sliced almonds, fresh fruit, or additional chia seeds.
3. Refrigerate leftovers for about two days. The smoothie will thicken as it stands.

Recipe notes and variations

• Fresh fruit will create a sweeter smoothie flavor, whereas frozen fruit will likely create a smoothie that tastes more tart.
• If you want to blend almonds into the smoothie either soak them for awhile ahead of time to soften them or blend on HIGH until all the almond pieces have been ground down. There is nothing worse than unexpected almond shards in a smoothie!
• If you add soaked almonds, flaxseed, or chia seeds to the smoothie (as opposed to adding them as a garnish only), you will have a thicker smoothie.

More delicious sips!

We run a big smoothie game in our house because they are so convenient on-the-go or at school. If we’re going on a day trip, picnic, or vacation, then there is a good chance a smoothie is coming along, too. So we have smoothies in a variety of flavors to keep it interesting! Here are a few favorites. 

• Pineapple Mango Smoothie
• Strawberry Peach Breakfast Smoothie
• Blueberry Orange Oatmeal Smoothie
• Green Apple Spinach Smoothie

Spiriteds, stay well and stay wild. Jump into the fun when you can, and always remember how glad I am you’re here. 🩷

Dairy-Free Raspberry Almond Smoothie

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Dairy-Free Raspberry Almond Smoothie is so simple to make, and it’s a delicious way to change up your smoothie game! It’s also a great excuse to eat fresh fruit! Make it paleo or vegan, add your favorite mix-ins, and you have a scrumptious treat right at your fingertips! {Paleo or Vegan}

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 10 minutes
• Yield: 2 1/2 cups 1x
• Category: Smoothies
• Method: Blender
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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• 1 cup almond milk
• 2 cups fresh raspberries
• 1 cup fresh strawberries
• Agave nectar, 100% pure honey, or 100% pure maple syrup, to taste
• 2 tablespoons sliced almonds for garnishing
• Optional mix-ins: protein powder, chia seeds, flax seed, collagen, or soaked almonds
• Top with additional fruit, flaxseed, or chia seeds

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Instructions

1. In a high-speed blender add the raspberries, strawberries, almond milk, and liquid sweetener. If including almonds, chia seeds, flaxseed, or other mix-ins to the smoothie, then do so now. Blend on LOW, gradually increasing the speed to HIGH and blend until smooth.
2. Transfer to drinking glasses and garnish with sliced almonds, fresh fruit, or additional chia seeds.
3. Refrigerate leftovers for about two days. The smoothie will thicken as it stands.

Notes

• Fresh fruit will create a sweeter smoothie flavor, whereas frozen fruit will likely create a smoothie that tastes more tart.
• If you want to blend almonds into the smoothie either soak them for awhile ahead of time to soften them or blend on HIGH until all the almond pieces have been ground down. There is nothing worse than unexpected almond shards in a smoothie!
• If you add soaked almonds, flaxseed, or chia seeds to the smoothie (as opposed to adding them as a garnish only), you will have a thicker smoothie.