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Healthy Tart Cherry Protein Recovery Smoothie Recipe for Quick Post-Workout Boost

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A refreshing and satisfying post-workout smoothie combining tart cherry juice, banana, and Greek yogurt to aid muscle recovery and reduce soreness.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium ripe banana
  • 1 cup (8 fl oz) plain Greek yogurt, full-fat or 2%
  • 1/2 cup (4 fl oz) unsweetened tart cherry juice
  • 1/2 cup (4 fl oz) milk or milk alternative (almond milk or oat milk)
  • 1 scoop (about 25g) protein powder, vanilla or unflavored (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed or chia seeds (optional)
  • 3–4 ice cubes

Instructions

  1. Peel the banana and gather Greek yogurt, tart cherry juice, milk, and any optional ingredients. For a colder smoothie, slice and freeze the banana ahead of time.
  2. Pour tart cherry juice and milk into the blender first. Add banana, Greek yogurt, protein powder if using, sweetener, and seeds.
  3. Pulse on low to combine, then blend on high until silky and creamy. Scrape down sides with a spatula if needed. The smoothie should be thick but pourable.
  4. If too thick, add more milk and blend again. If too thin, add an extra ice cube or frozen banana slice.
  5. Taste and add honey or maple syrup if desired, then blend briefly once more.
  6. Serve immediately in a glass or travel cup. Garnish with whole tart cherries or chia seeds if desired.

Notes

Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and creaminess. Let Greek yogurt come to room temperature before blending to avoid lumps. Pour liquids first into the blender to prevent clumps. Frozen banana slices chill without diluting flavor better than ice cubes. Drink within 30 minutes for best nutrient absorption. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 24 hours and stir before drinking. Avoid freezing after blending.

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Keywords: tart cherry smoothie, protein recovery smoothie, post-workout drink, banana smoothie, Greek yogurt smoothie, healthy smoothie, muscle recovery, anti-inflammatory smoothie

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