Fresh Basil Peach Smoothies

Serves 4 · 10 min prep

Ingredients

• 4 large ripe peaches
• 1/3 cup packed fresh basil leaves
• 1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt
• 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1 large frozen banana
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 1/8 tsp pinch of salt
• 2 tsp optional chia seeds for topping

Instructions

1. 1Wash the peaches thoroughly, then halve, pit, and roughly chop them into chunks that will blend easily.
2. 2Place the peach chunks, torn basil leaves, Greek yogurt, almond milk, frozen banana pieces, honey, lemon juice, and pinch of salt into a high-speed blender.
3. 3Add the ice cubes on top so they pull the fruit down toward the blades.
4. 4Secure the lid and blend on low for 10 seconds to break up the larger pieces, then ramp to high speed.
5. 5Blend 45 to 60 seconds until the mixture is completely smooth, pale peach-colored, and flecked with tiny green basil bits. Stop and scrape the sides once if needed.
6. 6Taste the smoothie; it should taste bright and peach-forward with a gentle herbal lift. Add a splash more almond milk if you prefer it thinner.
7. 7Pour evenly into four chilled glasses. The texture should be thick enough to coat a spoon yet still sippable.
8. 8If using, sprinkle a few chia seeds over each glass for a little crunch and visual contrast.
9. 9Serve right away with short straws or spoons so the basil aroma stays vivid and the drink does not separate.
10. 10Rinse the blender promptly with warm water so peach fibers and basil oils do not cling.