Let’s drink some strawberries today to celebrate June as Strawberry Month here on the blog! This drink is such a refreshing treat, presenting the essence of strawberries in a glass. You’ll want to whip up an Iced Strawberry Smoothie when the hot weather strikes.

A Random Act of Strawberry Kindness

Way back in 2013 I came across a post on the lovely blog Kitchen Heals Soul by Janice Lawandi (do check it out). It struck a chord with me, because Janice told the story of how her father used to surprise her with a glass of this strawberry drink. Such a simple act of kindness, to give someone you love a treat you made just for them.

The other reason the post made an impression on me is because a drink consisting largely of puréed strawberries just sounded so good. I had one of those “why didn’t I think of this?” moments when I read about it.

A Refreshing Variation: My Iced Strawberry Smoothie

I used Janice’s recipe as a jumping off point, not really jumping very far as I only added lime juice to come up with this minor variation.

I surprised the Culinary Enthusiast with a tall, cold glass of it one hot Saturday morning as he was puttering around doing chores outside. We sat at the table on the veranda together, chatting about our planned trip to the beach that afternoon and enjoying this refreshing icy smoothie, the flavour of the strawberries enhanced by the mint and lime. I didn’t add any sugar, letting the natural sweetness and tartness of the berries speak for themselves. And can you imagine the fragrance? Strawberries, mint, lime … heady stuff!

Janice was right: an Iced Strawberry Smoothie is a berry delicious random act of love.

Looking for More Refreshing Beverages?

A cool, refreshing drink is especially welcome in the hot summer months, and here are three that will hit the spot: Orange Watermelon Lemonade, Rhubarb Syrup-Infused Water, and, for something especially healthy but refreshing nonetheless, Ambrosia Apple, Carrot & Celery Juice.

First Published 2013 07 24
Republished 2020 06 18