Strawberries and peppery leaves are a familiar pair from summer salads, and they work just as well in a glass. Cooled fruit tea keeps the drink light and adds extra berry aroma.
15 g
rocket
15 g
baby spinach
100 g
strawberries hulled
5 oz
fruit tea brewed and fully cooled
1 tsp
honey to taste (optional)
Garnish: Strawberry · Ice: Served up, no ice
Arugula Strawberry Smoothie with Fruit Tea
Light and juicy, sweet and berry-fruity, with a subtle peppery note in the finish.
Arugula with strawberries is a popular salad combination, because the sweet, juicy fruit balances the mustard-like bite of the leaves. This smoothie uses the same idea, with baby spinach to soften the pepper further. Strawberries are known for their vitamin C and give the drink a lovely pink colour.
Fruit tea instead of water adds flavour without sugar. A berry or hibiscus blend suits the strawberries best. Serve it cold on a summer morning or as an afternoon refresher.
Yes, use the same amount and blend a little longer.
Strawberry, raspberry or hibiscus blends underline the fruit best.
Yes, if you use agave syrup instead of honey.
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