Cottage Cheese Strawberry Blend (Print)

A smooth, creamy blend rich in protein and fresh strawberries for a refreshing start or energy boost.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
02 - 1/2 cup milk, dairy or unsweetened plant-based

→ Fruit

03 - 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled

→ Sweetener & Flavor

04 - 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
05 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Optional Add-ins

06 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed meal
07 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
08 - Ice cubes as needed

# Directions:

01 - Add the cottage cheese, milk, strawberries, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to a blender.
02 - If desired, add chia seeds or flaxseed meal, protein powder, and ice cubes to the blender.
03 - Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed.
04 - Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more honey or maple syrup.
05 - Pour into glasses and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in 5 minutes: No cooking, no waiting—just blend and sip.
  • High in protein: Each serving delivers 16 g of protein to keep you full and energized.
  • Naturally sweet: Ripe strawberries and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup sweeten things up without any refined sugar.
  • Creamy without the guilt: Low-fat cottage cheese creates a thick, luscious texture while keeping fat content low.
  • Easily adaptable: Vegan-friendly swaps and optional add-ins make this smoothie work for almost any lifestyle.
  • Gluten-free and vegetarian: A wholesome choice that suits a wide range of dietary needs.
02 -
  • Use frozen strawberries for a naturally cold, thick smoothie without needing extra ice cubes.
  • Blend the cottage cheese first with the milk for a few seconds before adding other ingredients to ensure a completely smooth, lump-free base.
  • Start with 1 tablespoon of sweetener and taste before adding more—ripe strawberries are naturally sweet and may need very little.
  • For a vegan version, swap in plant-based cottage cheese, a non-dairy milk such as oat or almond, and use maple syrup instead of honey.
  • Check your labels if you have gluten or nut allergies—protein powders and plant-based milks can sometimes contain cross-contamination warnings.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture; the smoothie can separate if it sits too long, though a quick stir or re-blend will restore it.
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