Blueberry Tofu Smoothie

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Rhonda Parkinson
Rhonda Parkinson
Rhonda Parkinson is a freelance writer who has authored many cookbooks, including two Everything guides to Chinese cooking.
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Updated on 05/13/21
Blueberry Tofu Smoothie

The Spruce / Maxwell Cozzi

Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 0 mins
Freeze Time: 15 mins
Total: 25 mins
Serving: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
419 Calories
10g Fat
71g Carbs
19g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 1
Amount per serving
Calories 419
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 1g 7%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 97mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 71g 26%
Dietary Fiber 8g 30%
Total Sugars 50g
Protein 19g
Vitamin C 15mg 73%
Calcium 409mg 31%
Iron 3mg 18%
Potassium 921mg 20%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)

If you are looking for a vegan fruit smoothie or simply one that is made without dairy, this blueberry tofu smoothie is for you. The silken tofu blends up beautifully to make a creamy shake while offering a healthy dose of protein. The banana and blueberries bring vitamins and minerals as well as color and flavor to this refreshing drink while the honey adds a touch of sweetness.

Ingredients

  • 6 ounces silken tofu

  • 1 medium banana

  • 2/3 cup soy milk

  • 1 cup blueberries, frozen or fresh, divided

  • 1 tablespoon honey

  • 2 to 3 ice cubes, optional

Steps to Make It

  1. Gather the ingredients.

    Blueberry Tofu Smoothie ingredients

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  2. Drain the silken tofu to remove excess water (silken tofu has a high water content).

    Drain the silken tofu to remove excess water

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  3. Peel and slice the banana. Place on a baking sheet and freeze for about 15 minutes (this helps make the smoothie thicker).

    Peel and slice the banana

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  4. Blend the tofu, banana, and soy milk for 30 seconds in a blender.

    Blend the tofu, banana, and soy milk

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  5. Add 1/2 cup of the blueberries and process until smooth.

    Add 1/2 cup of the blueberries to the mixture in the blender and process until smooth

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  6. Add the remaining blueberries, honey, and ice cubes, if using, and process again until very smooth.

    Blueberry Tofu Smoothie in a blender

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Tips

  • The riper the banana, the sweeter your smoothie will be.
  • By freezing the banana and using frozen blueberries, you probably won't have to add any ice cubes to this smoothie.
  • Soft and creamy silken tofu is the tofu of choice for smoothies and shakes. If it isn’t available, you can substitute 2/3 cup of plain, low-fat yogurt.
  • Feel free to boost the protein content of your smoothie by adding 1 or 2 teaspoons of wheat germ.

Recipe Variations

  • You can swap out the blueberries for strawberries if you like, or try this smoothie with peaches, plums, or other favorite fruit.
  • If you don't have honey, maple syrup is a good substitute. It will add a bit of a different flavor but will complement the fruit nicely.

Silken vs. Regular Tofu

Silken tofu and regular tofu have different consistencies and are each ideal for different types of recipes. Silken tofu, also called soft tofu or Japanese tofu, is very soft and smooth, hence the name, and will easily fall apart, whereas regular tofu is more solid and firm. This vast difference in texture means they are not interchangeable in recipes; regular is used when cubed or sliced tofu is called for, and silken is specified when the tofu needs to be blended and become thick and creamy. Silken tofu is a key ingredient in vegan desserts, smoothies, and sauces.


Whether you are using firm or silken, the nutritional content will be the same since the difference between the two styles of tofu is how they are processed. Adding tofu to a recipe will bring a good dose of low-calorie, low-fat protein and a decent amount of calcium, making it a healthy choice.

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