Garnish: A few blackberries · Ice: Served up, no ice
Method
Rinse the blackberries and let them drain.
Peel the banana and cut it in half.
Blend the berries, banana, yoghurt, rice milk and water for about 45 seconds.
Pour into a glass and add a few whole blackberries on top.
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Taste
Tangy and fruity, with dark berry flavour, a creamy yoghurt body and a mild sweetness from rice milk.
About this smoothie
Yoghurt smoothies sit between a drink and a spoonable breakfast: the yoghurt brings body, protein and a fresh sourness that suits dark berries very well. Rice milk is thin and naturally sweet, so it lightens the texture without dulling the fruit.
Blackberries are a good source of fibre and vitamin C, and their colour comes from anthocyanins. With only half a banana, the glass stays fruity and not too sweet, a good match for summer mornings.
Bartender tips
Greek yoghurt gives an even thicker, more spoonable smoothie.
Strain through a fine sieve if you want to avoid blackberry seeds.
Variations
Vegan version
Use soy yoghurt in place of natural yoghurt.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use frozen blackberries?
Yes, they make the smoothie colder and thicker.
Can I replace the rice milk?
Oat, almond or cow's milk all work; they make it slightly creamier.
Is it good for breakfast?
Yes, the yoghurt and banana make it filling enough for a light breakfast.