Sweet Cantaloupe Smoothie – Healthy Summer Smoothie

Take your love for melon to the next level with this cantelope smoothie. Summer fresh ingredients makes this snack an oh so sweet treat.

I have to say, this is such a fun smoothie to sip! My cantaloupe smoothie is a great way to shake up your normal smoothie routine with a new summer fresh favorite. I’m pairing cantaloupe with cashew milk, banana cauliflower (for real!) and cashews for a creamy dreamy treat. This cantaloupe banana smoothie looks like a creamsicle and is a breath of fresh fruit.

Cantaloupe Smoothie Ingredients

This may not be a green smoothie, yet it’s still got a rawkstar list of fruit and veggies (that you won’t even taste!):

• Cantaloupe: Loaded with beta-carotene and vitamin C, you’ll love this naturally sweet summer melon.
• Cashew Milk: I chose this specific plant milk for its creaminess.
• Banana: Just ½ banana is needed for the perfect level of sweetness in this smoothie.
• Cauliflower: Use frozen, riced cauliflower for easy blending. Using frozen also neutralizes the taste so you can reap the benefits without the flavor.
• Raw Cashews: An extra helping of healthy fat, raw cashews are softer and blend easily. If you’re blender is high-powered, try soaking the cashews for 30 minutes before blending.

Easy Ingredient Swaps

Swap cashew milk with the plant milk of your choice. You can also swap the raw cashews with two tablespoons of the nut or seed of your choice (hemp hearts are a great choice). While my cantaloupe smoothie is naturally low in sugar, you can omit the banana for an even less-sweet version.

Cauliflower is an easy way to thicken smoothies and add in nutrients, yet I know it’s not for everyone. You can omit and just up the banana to one whole, or use half an avocado (this will change the color). A quarter cup of zucchini is another great veggie swap for cauliflower.

How to Cut a Cantaloupe

Cantaloupe can be a bit intimidating with the rough outer ‘shell.’ Use a large, sharp knife and cut it in half. Then scoop out the seeds. The easiest way to get the fruit off the skin after this is to slice out sections, then carve away the orange flesh from the skin.

Check out my cantaloupe smoothie video for a visual!

Cantaloupe Banana Smoothie FAQs

Sweet Cantaloupe Smoothie

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Sip this summertime cantaloupe smoothie for a bright skin glow. Full of vitamin C, low in sugar and gorgeously orange when blended, this is the smoothie of your sweet summer dreams.

Total Time5 minutes

Servings1

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Notes

• Use at least 1 frozen fruit for a refreshingly cool smoothie.
• Swap in the plant milk of your choice.
• If you can’t do cashews, swap with hemp hearts, chia seeds or flaxseed.
• Add 1 cup leafy greens for even more fiber + nutrients.

Nutrition (estimated)

Calories: 249kcal (12%) Carbohydrates: 35g (12%) Protein: 6g (12%) Fat: 11g (17%) Saturated Fat: 2g (13%) Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g Monounsaturated Fat: 6g Sodium: 219mg (10%) Potassium: 669mg (19%) Fiber: 4g (17%) Sugar: 21g (23%) Vitamin A: 5449IU (109%) Vitamin C: 35mg (42%) Calcium: 30mg (3%) Iron: 2mg (11%)

More Melon Recipes for Summer

We are currently at the height of melon season here in the US, so I’ve got some great recipes to help you make the most of those bright fruits:

• Watermelon popsicles: These two ingredient popsicles are a hit with everyone! The perfect poolside treat.
• Summer Melon smoothie: A blend of berries and watermelon, this delicious smoothie combines several summertime favorite fruits.
• Watermelon smoothie: A vibrantly red smoothie that looks like a fruity cocktail.
• Strawberry Melon smoothie: If a summer cold hits the household, whip up this germ-fighting smoothie with fresh ginger to sooth and heal the body.