Tomato Smoothie
For a fresh drink packed with nutrients, I make my savory tomato smoothie. I use ripe tomatoes, baby spinach, and a splash of lemon juice to create this clean-tasting veggie-forward drink. It comes together in just 8 minutes and is definitely one of my more unique and memorable smoothie blends.
Servings: 2
Calories: 58kcal
Ingredients
- 3 tomatoes
- 1 cup tomato juice
- ¼ cup baby spinach leaves
- 1 green onions sliced
- 1 celery stalk sliced
- ½ tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- Hot sauce, to taste optional
Instructions
- Cut the tomatoes in half and dice.
- Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend until smooth.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Add hot sauce to taste if using. Serve immediately.
Notes
- My #1 Secret Tip for this savory tomato smoothie recipe is to season gradually and taste as you go. With savory smoothies, small adjustments in salt and acidity can completely change the final result, so I build the flavor bit by bit instead.
- Use ripe tomatoes: I always choose fully ripe fresh tomatoes, with a good red color, as these are usually sweeter.
- Chill before serving: If I have time, I chill the ingredients before blending for a more refreshing result.
- Adjust consistency: To thin down the smoothie, I stir in a little bit of water or tomato juice.
- Add frozen tomatoes: For a thicker, colder beverage, add a few pieces of chopped frozen tomatoes, or frozen baby tomatoes.
- Strain for smoothness: If you prefer a pulp-free drink, blend the tomatoes first, then push the mixture through a strainer before adding the rest of the ingredients. Also, make sure to peel your celery as the fibrous strands may not blend smoothly.
Nutrition
Calories: 58kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 318mg | Potassium: 765mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g