Best 6 California Dream Smoothie Recipes

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Kick-start your day with the vibrant and refreshing California Dream Smoothie! This delightful blend of tropical flavors and creamy texture is a treat for your taste buds and a boost for your health. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the best recipe to create this ultimate smoothie experience. With its vibrant colors, smooth consistency, and tantalizing taste, the California Dream Smoothie is a perfect choice for a quick and nutritious breakfast, a post-workout pick-me-up, or a healthy snack. So, let's dive into the world of flavors and discover the perfect recipe that will turn your smoothie dreams into reality!

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CALIFORNIA SMOOTHIE



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Cool off with this fruity frappe from sunny California.

Provided by Janice

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Smoothie Recipes     Strawberry

Time 1h10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 3

7 large strawberries
1 (8 ounce) container lemon yogurt
⅓ cup orange juice

Steps:

  • Place strawberries in a plastic container and freeze for about an hour.
  • In a blender, combine frozen strawberries, yogurt and orange juice. Blend until smooth. Pour into a tall glass and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.4 calories, Carbohydrate 57.4 g, Cholesterol 3.6 mg, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 155.5 mg, Sugar 52.2 g

CALIFORNIA DREAMIN SMOOTHIE



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Make and share this California Dreamin Smoothie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pam-I-Am

Categories     Smoothies

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup low-fat peach yogurt
1/2 cup fresh strawberries
1 banana
1 tablespoon wheat germ (or flax meal)
3 ice cubes (or 5 if they are thin or small)

Steps:

  • Place ice cubes in blender and chop first.
  • Next add yogurt, then the rest of the fruit and wheat germ, blending on high until smooth.
  • Pour into a glass and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.5, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 12.2, Sodium 133.9, Carbohydrate 81.9, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 63.5, Protein 13.2

CALIFORNIA DREAM SMOOTHIE



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It's sunshine in a smoothie! This one's a true California treat, sweet and tangy from start to finish. -Sonya Labbe, West Hollywood, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups ice cubes
1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1 cup 2% milk
1 cup vanilla yogurt
1/2 cup honey

Steps:

  • Pulse all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 61mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (57g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

GREEN DREAM SMOOTHIE



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Need an easy way to get more kale into your diet? This creamy, dreamy green smoothie has you covered.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 5m

Yield 2 servings (2 1/2 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 packed cup or 1 big handful kale
2 tablespoons almond butter or peanut butter
1 large banana, preferably frozen (peel before freezing)
1 to 2 dates, optional

Steps:

  • Blend the almond milk, kale, almond butter, banana, dates if using and 3 ice cubes in a blender on low speed until everything begins to combine. Raise the setting to high and blend until everything is well combined and the smoothie begins to have a creamy consistency. Taste; if you like it colder, add more ice cubes and continue to blend until smooth.

TRIPLE THREAT FRUIT SMOOTHIE



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A wonderful, delightful fruit smoothie...it will help you cool down after a hot day in the sun.

Provided by HEJEANS

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Drinks

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 kiwi, sliced
1 banana, peeled and chopped
½ cup blueberries
1 cup strawberries
1 cup ice cubes
½ cup orange juice
1 (8 ounce) container peach yogurt

Steps:

  • In a blender, blend the kiwi, banana, blueberries, strawberries, ice, orange juice, and yogurt until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 41.1 mg, Sugar 21.6 g

CANTALOUPE DREAM SMOOTHIE



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Make and share this Cantaloupe Dream Smoothie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mandy

Categories     Smoothies

Time 2m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

250 g cantaloupes, cut into chunks
1 tablespoon lime juice
100 g yoghurt
1 teaspoon Splenda sugar substitute
ice (optional)

Steps:

  • Blend all ingredients until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.8, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 13, Sodium 86.3, Carbohydrate 27.4, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 25.5, Protein 5.6

Tips for the Best California Dream Smoothie:

  • Use frozen fruit. Frozen fruit will give your smoothie a thicker, creamier texture. If you don't have frozen fruit, you can use fresh fruit and add a handful of ice cubes to the blender.
  • Use a ripe banana. A ripe banana will add sweetness and creaminess to your smoothie. If you don't have a ripe banana, you can use frozen banana or 1/4 cup of well-mashed avocado.
  • Use unsweetened almond milk. Unsweetened almond milk will help to keep your smoothie low in calories and sugar. If you don't have unsweetened almond milk, you can use other unsweetened plant-based milks, such as soy milk or coconut milk.
  • Add a scoop of protein powder. Protein powder will help to boost the protein content of your smoothie and keep you feeling full longer. If you don't have protein powder, you can add a tablespoon of nut butter or chia seeds.
  • Don't over blend. Over blending can make your smoothie too thin and watery. Blend just until the ingredients are smooth and combined.

Conclusion:

The California Dream Smoothie is a delicious and refreshing way to start your day or cool down on a hot summer afternoon. It's packed with nutrients and antioxidants, and it can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying treat, give the California Dream Smoothie a try!

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