July 21, 2011 (Updated December 19, 2023)

Hidden Veggie Cherry Lemon Smoothie Recipe

by Anne Mauney, MPH, RD

Smoothies & Drinks Snacks
34 comments

I have a new obsession.

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It’s been so hot here that pretty much all I want to eat are smoothies. I may have had one for dinner last night. Don’t judge. (Some pita chips and hummus made the cut, too. I’m so classy.)

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My new favorite smoothie? A hidden veggie Cherry Lemon Smoothie. You’ve got your protein (milk and yogurt), veggies (spinach — can’t taste it!), and fruity antioxidants (cherries + lemon). Total win.

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The key ingredient? This new lemon Chobani. I am OBSESSED. Best yogurt ever. And I don’t say that lightly.

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Hidden Veggie Cherry Lemon Smoothie 

Ingredients (for 1 smoothie):

1 6oz. container Chobani nonfat lemon Greek yogurt

6 frozen cherries

1 very large handful baby spinach

3/4 cup nonfat or lowfat milk

4 ice cubes

Instructions:

1) Toss everything in a blender and whirl away!

2) Dive in headfirst. Try not to swoon because it’s so delicious.

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Hidden Veggie Cherry Lemon Smoothie 

hidden veggie cherry lemon smoothie
May 6, 2019 by Anne

Lightly tart and fruity, this cherry lemon smoothie features hidden veggies for a nutritious and delicious drink!

Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Yield
1 smoothie
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Ingredients:

  • 1 6oz. container Chobani nonfat lemon Greek yogurt
  • 6 frozen cherries
  • 1 very large handful baby spinach
  • 3/4 cup nonfat or lowfat milk
  • 4 ice cubes

Instructions:

  1. Toss everything in a blender and whirl away!
  2. Dive in headfirst. Try not to swoon because it’s so delicious.

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34 comments
  • Molly @ RDexposed
    Oooo this would be a great weekend lunch. Part of a lunch anyways. Did you eat anything else with this for dinner?
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    • Anne P
      Yeah as I said in the post I had pita chips and hummus, too. I was feeling super lazy!
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      • Molly @ RDexposed
        Woopsies! I got a little too excited about the smoothie and went straight in for the question!
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  • Johanna B
    This recipe is kickin'. Going to make it TO-night.
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  • kate
    I love cherries and lemon together this smoothie looks fabulous!
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  • Lauren @ What Lauren Likes
    what a cool combo! cherry and lemon?! never tried it before. Cherry and chocolate is one a the best combos in mah book!...wait...anything and chocolate seems to go together haha :)
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  • Bec
    Hey Anne, I love your smoothie cup! Where did you get it? I also love the hidden spinach... genius.
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    • Anne P
      A friend gave it to me! I think she got it from Target?
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      • Luna
        haha I wanted to ask the same question. We don't have those "covered" cups here in poor italy land ;) but I fell in love with them (as well as with "covered" coffee mugs) while I was in the USA... I bought some coffee mugs but wanted to order one like yours on line :) I love smoothies too, with spinach cinnamon and pineapple, or cherry greek yogurt and spinach :) yum!
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  • Lindsey
    My go to smoothie is spinach, a frozen banana, blueberries, almond milk and protein but these days I am loving a strawberries with a frozen banana, almond milk and protein. Especially in bowl form!
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  • Jill @ Jill is Active
    I'm definitely going to try this - it sounds delicious! Plus, I have the same cup as you :)
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  • Kay
    I love using Chobani in my smoothies too! My go-to for breakfast is frozen strawberries + bananas (I cut them all up and freeze them in bags), yogurt, splash of milk, and a handful of baby spinach.
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  • Kristen
    LOVE the idea of using Chobani FLAVORED yogurt - why did I never think of that?? I've always used plain yogurt. I used your recipe as inspiration and made a "Raspberry Chobani Yogurt + Strawbs, Banana, Kiwi Smoothie" Thanks for the idea! :)
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  • Lauren
    I've been drinking smoothies like it's my job these days too! They are just so refreshing in this heat. Love adding some Cho into mine too. Definitely takes them to a whole new level.
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  • Sami
    yum! you know, i always tell ppl i'm not a fan of lemon, yet i love this chobani! and i've loved lemon squares, and vitamin water zero (squeezed aka lemonade). i guess i love lemon after all! (:
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  • Renie
    You know, I have never tried a smoothie. I might just have to try this one. It looks and sounds divine.
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  • Ingrid
    I LOVE as much spinach as I can pack in the blender, 2 T ground flaxseed, banana and 1 C rice milk..........yummmm
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  • Lindsey
    Lemon Chobani is my FAVORITE too! I seriously can not get enough.
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  • Casey @ Pocket Full of Sunshine
    Looks yummy. :) I'm a big fan of a spinach, almond milk, PB, cocoa powder, strawberries, and frozen blueberries/frozen bananas combo! Addicting!
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  • Beth
    This sounds so amazing! I've got to find some frozen cherries!
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  • Erin@Just Breathe
    I am OBSESSED with lemon chobani!!!! I can only find it at Target though!
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  • Abby @ Abz 'n' Oats
    Yum! I love lemon chobani too! :) It is definitely my favorite of the flavored yogurts! My favorite smoothie has frozen banana, cocoa bean extract, protein powder, almond milk, spinach, and ice!
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  • Julie - StressStories
    Lemon and cherries sound interesting - have to try it! My favourite go-to fruit smoothie is frozen banana, frozen raspberries, Greek yogurt, liquorice powder (dried, pulverized liquorice root), vanilla and a bit of hemp seed oil. Of course the banana/strawberry is a classic though :-) Or spinach/frozen banana/PB. Oh there are a million great recipes! I try to add good fats to all of my meals including smoothies, in the form of oils - helps my skin remain fresh and soft. And controls my appetite...
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  • Lauri
    I just made your smoothie and loved the cherry/lemon combination. I added a banana and used almond milk. Thanks for the delicious idea!
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    • Anne P
      I'm so glad you liked it! :)
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  • Jackie Smith
    This looks great! My favorite smoothie is cherry-pineapple-kale.
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  • Elise
    Lemon chobani is also really good with some blueberries mixed in. The flavors complement each other so well and it is super refreshing. I also like to put mine in the freezer for a little while so it's a little frozen.
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  • Laura
    Wow this smoothie sounds great! I was making all veggie smoothies for a while a couple of months ago and got burned out on them. Lately I've been using mixed frozen fruit, apple juice, cherry concentrate, chocolate amazing meal, and wheat grass. I found your blog by searching for lemon smoothies because i needed a change (and love lemon!). Not only does yours sound great, all the smoothies in the comments sound good too! :-)
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    • Anne P
      Your smoothie mix sounds delicious - hope you love this smoothie and the ones in the comments, too! :)
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