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Refreshing Grapefruit Smoothie Recipe for Energy and Immunity

A vibrant grapefruit smoothie made with grapefruit, strawberries, banana and rolled oats—an easy, nutrient-packed breakfast you can blend in five minutes. Vegan and gluten-free when using dairy-free milk and certified gluten-free oats.

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Recipe features

  • Fruit-forward. This smoothie combines grapefruit with banana and strawberries for bright, balanced flavor.
  • Protein & texture. Cashews add creaminess and a boost of protein; add a scoop of protein powder if you want more.
  • Vegan-friendly. Use your preferred plant milk to keep the recipe dairy-free and vegan.

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Ingredient notes

Grapefruit – Peel and remove the pith with a knife for a cleaner taste and easier blending.

Strawberries – Fresh or frozen both work. Frozen strawberries make the smoothie thicker and colder.

Oats – Use rolled/old-fashioned oats. Choose certified gluten-free oats to keep the recipe gluten free.

Syrup – Optional. The smoothie is naturally sweet from fruit, but 1–2 tablespoons of maple syrup can be added if you prefer it sweeter.

Mint – Highly recommended. A couple of mint leaves brighten the flavor and elevate the overall profile.

Milk – Any plant milk works—almond, oat, soy, etc. Use what you have on hand.

Step-by-step instructions

Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth, about one minute. If you used refrigerated strawberries instead of frozen, add 3–5 ice cubes to chill and thicken the drink.

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Tips and tricks

Cashew prep. Soaking cashews makes them blend extra-silky, but it’s not required here—just blend for at least one full minute for a smooth texture.

Blender choice. A high-powered blender yields creamier results and handles nuts and ice with ease. If you blend smoothies often, investing in a reliable blender will make a noticeable difference.

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Grapefruit Smoothie Bowl

By
Erin Alvarez
Servings:
2
Prep:
5 mins
Total:
5 mins
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A quick grapefruit smoothie made with grapefruit, strawberries, banana and cashews—simple, bright and ready in five minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 grapefruit, peeled
  • 1 banana
  • 1/2 cup strawberries
  • 1/4 cup old fashioned oats
  • 1/4 cup cashews
  • 2 mint leaves
  • 4 ice cubes
  • 1/4 cup almond milk
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup, optional
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, optional
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Instructions

  • Place all smoothie ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Taste and add maple syrup if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

Soaking cashews can help achieve an extra-smooth texture, but it’s not necessary for this recipe—blend well and the result will still be creamy.

Nutrition information is an approximation.

Nutrition

Calories: 278kcal
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Carbohydrates: 49g
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Protein: 6g
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Fat: 9g
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Fiber: 5g
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Sugar: 26g


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UPDATE NOTE: This post was originally published in August 2015 and updated with new text and photos in June 2020.