Cottage Cheese Strawberry Smoothie (Printable version)

A creamy, protein-rich blend of cottage cheese and strawberries, ideal for breakfast or a quick boost.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
02 - 1/2 cup milk, dairy or unsweetened plant-based

→ Fruit

03 - 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled

→ Sweetener & Flavor

04 - 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
05 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Optional Add-ins

06 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed meal
07 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
08 - Ice cubes as needed

# Directions:

01 - Add cottage cheese, milk, strawberries, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to blender.
02 - If desired, add chia seeds or flaxseed meal, protein powder, and ice cubes to blender.
03 - Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
04 - Taste and adjust sweetness to preference.
05 - Pour into glasses and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High in protein (16g per serving) from low-fat cottage cheese.
  • Naturally sweetened with strawberries and honey or maple syrup.
  • Quick and easy 5-minute preparation.
  • Versatile options for vegan or high-fiber diets.
02 -
  • Using frozen strawberries creates a thicker, frostier smoothie without diluting the flavor.
  • Always check labels for gluten or nut cross-contamination if you have specific dietary sensitivities.
  • Honey is not suitable for children under 1 year old; use maple syrup as a safe alternative.
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