The perfect smoothie for summer! Sweet strawberries meet tart rhubarb for a refreshing beverage that’s reminiscent of strawberry rhubarb pie!
Strawberries and rhubarb are in-season right now (early summer) and what better way to celebrate than to combine the two into a cold, refreshing smoothie!
You guys know I’m a big fan of the strawberry rhubarb combination – I made a strawberry rhubarb galette last year and we had berry rhubarb pie at our wedding soooo yeah I’m here for it.
This smoothie is super easy to make. You only need several ingredients – most of which you should already have stocked in your pantry!
Perfect for a mid-morning snack or as part of your breakfast.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Notes on Ingredients
Strawberries: I like using frozen in this recipe because it helps make the smoothie cold without having to use ice which dilutes the flavor. If you want to take advantage of fresh strawberries this time of year, you can just wash, slice, and freeze them, like I did. Or, use fresh and then throw in a handful of ice cubes!
Almonds: I use slivered almonds here but any nut you have on hand (walnuts, pecans, etc.) will work just fine.
Coconut Milk: I used coconut milk beverage because it tastes less “coconut-y” than canned coconut milk.
How to Make Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Smoothie
Smoothies are SO simple to make. You throw your ingredients into a high-speed blender and blend baby! Pro Tip: If you’re not using a high-speed blender, add the liquid to the blender first. This way it will help blend everything together without getting stuck.
Pour the smoothie into a glass and top it off with some nutty granola because it is a pie smoothie after all. 😉
Smoothie FAQs
Can I use fresh strawberries?
Yes! Try using frozen banana then and/or throw in a handful of ice to make it cold and refreshing.
I’m allergic to nuts – can I substitute them for something else?
You could add sunflower or pumpkin seeds or seed butters. Or, just leave them out!
Do I have to add the syrup?
You don’t have to do anything I suggest! Make this smoothie your own! I personally didn’t think it was sweet enough without the syrup, which is why I added it. I also used unsweetened coconut milk beverage. If I had used the original, it may have been sweet enough!
Check out more of my smoothie recipes!
- Red Velvet Smoothie Bowl
- Shamrock Shake Smoothie
- Pumpkin Pie Smoothie Bowl
- Pomegranate Ginger Smoothie
- Vegan Energy Boosting Smoothie
- Cherry Cheesecake Smoothie Bowl
- Wild Blueberry Turmeric Zinger Smoothie
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PrintStrawberry Rhubarb Pie Smoothie
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 16 ounces 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
The perfect smoothie for summer! Sweet strawberries meet tart rhubarb for a refreshing beverage that’s reminiscent of strawberry rhubarb pie!
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen sliced strawberries
- 1/2 cup chopped rhubarb
- 1 small or 1/2 medium banana (1/2 cup sliced), ideally frozen
- 1 tablespoon slivered almonds
- 3 tablespoons rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk beverage
- Ice, as needed
- Optional: nutty granola, for topping
Instructions
- Blend all ingredients until smooth. Blend in ice as needed.
- Optional: top with your favorite nutty granola.
Notes
- If you’re not using a high-speed blender, add the liquid to the blender first. This way it will help blend everything together without getting stuck.
- If you want to use fresh strawberries instead of frozen, use frozen banana then and/or throw in a handful of ice to make it cold and refreshing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blender
This recipe was retested, reshot, and revamped to give you the most delicious (and beautiful!) recipe. The original recipe was published May 2014.
Perfect! And I even forgot the slivered almonds. I love rhubarb and am always looking for new ways to use it. Thank you!
Love to hear that! Thanks, Alene.
Do you just use raw rhubarb, or do you blanch and/or cook first?
You can use raw or frozen rhubarb, no need to blanch!
Making a strawberry rhubarb cocktail for my Memorial Day BBQ Saturday. Such a great combo. And so pretty too. Just like your smoothie!
I’ll trade you a smoothie for a cocktail, Jessica. Deal? 😉
Healthy IS sexy! These smoothies sound so summery, I can’t wait to make them. Pinned!
Haha we’re bringing healthy is sexy back. Thanks, Gen! Enjoy!
I am on the biggest strawberry and rhubarb kick right now so I will definitely be giving this a try.
A good kick to be on, Allie!
This literally screams summer! I love topping my smoothies with granola too, love the different textures!
I’m with ya – granola on smoothies is the perfect finishing touch!
I use rhubarb in crisps but never in a smoothie. Must try this. Pinning now — so perfect for spring.
Thanks, Liz! Enjoy!
So simple and yet sounds so dreamy!! Can’t wait to make 🙂
Thanks, Selena! Enjoy!
So yummy!
Thanks! Enjoy!
rhubarb in smoothies is the bestest!
GORGEOUS!