Recipes Health Conditions Inflammatory Conditions Anti-Inflammatory Tart Cherry Smoothie Recipe By Dana Angelo White, MS, RD, ATC facebook twitter linkedin instagram Dana Angelo White, MS, RD, ATC, is an author, registered dietitian, certified athletic trainer, and owner of Dana White Nutrition, Inc. Learn about our editorial process Dana Angelo White, MS, RD, ATC Medically reviewed by Medically reviewed by Richard Fogoros, MD on August 09, 2017 Richard N. Fogoros, MD, is a retired professor of medicine and board-certified internal medicine physician and cardiologist. He is Verywell's Senior Medical Advisor. Learn about our Review Board Richard Fogoros, MD Updated on September 20, 2019 Print Dana Angelo White (22 ratings) Total Time: 10 min Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 0 min Servings: 1 Nutrition Highlights (per serving) 263 calories 1g fat 53g carbs 15g protein Show Nutrition Label Hide Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings: 1 Amount per serving Calories 263 % Daily Value* Total Fat 1g 1% Saturated Fat 0g 0% Cholesterol 2mg 1% Sodium 82mg 4% Total Carbohydrate 53g 19% Dietary Fiber 3g 11% Total Sugars 44g Includes 0g Added Sugars 0% Protein 15g Vitamin D 0mcg 0% Calcium 211mg 16% Iron 1mg 6% Potassium 923mg 20% *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice. This cool and refreshing smoothie attacks inflammation in three ways: Leafy greens like spinach are top notch for battling inflammation, while tart cherries are especially beneficial for post-exercise muscle recovery. The third all-star ingredient is a compound called bromelain found in pineapple. This powerful enzyme may assist in reducing inflammation throughout the body. The recipe is complete with a shot of Greek yogurt, which adds protein and tummy-pleasing probiotics. Ingredients ¾ cup tart cherry juice 1 cup frozen pineapple ½ cup baby spinach ½ cup nonfat Greek yogurt Preparation Place tart cherry juice in a blender, followed by pineapple, spinach, and yogurt. Blend until smooth. Pour and sip. Ingredient Variations and Substitutions For a vegan and dairy-free version, replace Greek yogurt with high protein soy milk. Rice or almond milk are also healthy lower protein options. For an alternative protein boost option, add a scoop of vanilla protein powder. Other healthy ideas for add-ins include walnuts, chia seeds, or a spoon full of almond butter. Although nutritious, note that these are calorie-dense, so be mindful of portion sizes! Cooking and Serving Tips Enjoy this hydrating and nutrient-packed smoothie for breakfast or a post-workout recovery snack. Look for tart cherry juice in the natural foods section of the grocery store. As the name suggests, the tart cherry juice is tart and flavorful, so it's best combined with extra sweet pineapple to balance out the flavors. For optimal blending and an extra smooth consistency, add the liquid before the other ingredients, then blend for at least 90 seconds. Rate this Recipe You've already rated this recipe. Thanks for your rating! Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Get simple, delicious recipes to help you eat well without feeling deprived. Sign Up You're in! Thank you, {{form.email}}, for signing up. There was an error. Please try again. What are your concerns? Other Inaccurate Hard to Understand Submit