Jamba Juice Pink Star Smoothie

“It’s like sipping on summer with its refreshing zing and creamy texture, leaves me with a smile on my face.”
🙂 Lark B.

Pink Star, a copycat monthly mystery blend Jamba Juice recipe, is a delicious and refreshing concoction that brings together the tartness of strawberries and lemonade with the creamy, sweet elements of vanilla soy milk, raspberry sherbet, and vanilla nonfat frozen yogurt. This delightful blend results in a beautifully pink, frothy drink that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate, perfect for a sunny afternoon treat or a sweet start to the morning.

Strawberries in this smoothie offer a rich source of vitamin C and antioxidants, which support immune health and skin vitality. The vanilla soy milk provides plant-based protein and can be beneficial for those avoiding dairy, while also offering isoflavones, which have potential heart health benefits. Raspberry sherbet adds a burst of flavor along with some vitamin C, and the use of nonfat frozen yogurt reduces the calorie count while still providing calcium and probiotics for gut health.

Everything You Need

Key Ingredients

The Jamba Juice Pink Star smoothie ingredients are:

strawberries
lemonade
soy milk
raspberry sherbet
nonfat frozen yogurt
Collagen Boost, optional

Health Benefits

Strawberries – Strawberries are a flavorful staple of many healthy smoothies and shakes. They are an excellent source of several important antioxidants and beneficial plant compounds including pelargonidin, ellagic acid, ellagitannins, and procyanidins. Strawberries are widely known to decrease the risk of heart disease, help regulate blood sugar, and reduce the risk of certain cancers.
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Lemonade – Lemons are a sour citrus fruit that are packed with antioxidants and various other beneficial plan compounds. Just one lemon provides more than 50% of your recommended daily intake of cold and flu-busting vitamin C. Lemons are also known to aid weight loss, prevent kidney stones, and protect against anemia.
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Soy Milk – Soy milk is a dairy substitute made from soybeans and water. It is an excellent source of protein, potassium, and is often fortified with vitamin A, vitamin B12, and vitamin D. Also, being plant-based, soy milk contains no cholesterol, no lactose, and is very low in saturated fat.
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Nonfat Frozen Yogurt – Nonfat frozen yogurt is often hailed as a healthy alternative to traditional ice cream. It includes yogurt culture probiotics lactobacillus bulgaricus and streptococcus thermophilus and is often made with agave nectar instead of high-calorie sugar. Nonfat frozen yogurt is a common choice among those wanting to reduce their caloric intake.

Equipment Needed

A standard blender is all that is required to make these delicious smoothies. If you are making it for just one person, we recommend using the truly amazing personal NutriBullet Ultra as it is super-quick to set up and very easy to clean.

If you are making them for more than one person, we recommend a higher-end Vitamix blender that can process larger loads more efficiently.

For overnight storage, we recommend using a glass or BPA-free airtight container with a resealable lid.

How To Make The Jamba Juice Pink Star Smoothie

The Jamba Juice Pink Star smoothie is very easy to make:

Step 1: Place strawberries, lemonade, vanilla soy milk, raspberry sherbet, and vanilla nonfat frozen yogurt into a blender and secure the lid.
Step 2: Start the blender on its lowest speed and steadily ramp up to its highest speed. This will reduce wear and tear on the motor and blades, facilitate a more consistent blend, and help prevent food splatter onto the lid and sides.
Step 3: Blend for approximately 30 seconds or until a smooth consistency is achieved.
Step 4: Pour into a glass for immediate refreshment or place in the refrigerator in an airtight container to enjoy later.

Recipe Tips And Substitutions

If you don’t have frozen fruit, or simply prefer to use fresh fruit (we totally get that), we recommend adding 1/2 cup of ice to chill your smoothie and give it a pleasing icy texture.

Swap the lemonade with fresh lime or orange juice for a different citrus twist, or use almond milk if you’re sensitive to soy.

If raspberry sherbet is not available, any berry-based sorbet or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream can work, though this would alter the flavor profile slightly.

For an extra nutrient boost, blending in some spinach or kale can turn this into a green-pink star smoothie without significantly changing the taste.

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Jamba Juice Pink Star Smoothie Recipe

Jamba Juice Pink Star smoothie is sweet-tart bliss, where strawberries meet sherbet in a creamy, dreamy blend. Learn how to make at home!

Prep Time 2 minutes

Cook Time 1 minute

Total Time 1 minute

Ingredients

Instructions

Place strawberries, lemonade, vanilla soy milk, raspberry sherbet, and vanilla nonfat frozen yogurt into a blender and secure the lid.
Start the blender on its lowest speed and steadily ramp up to its highest speed. This will reduce wear and tear on the motor and blades, facilitate a more consistent blend, and help prevent food splatter onto the lid and sides.
Blend for approximately 30 seconds or until a smooth consistency is achieved.
Pour into a glass for immediate refreshment or place in the refrigerator in an airtight container to enjoy later.

Notes

If you don't have frozen fruit, or simply prefer to use fresh fruit (we totally get that), we recommend adding 1/2 cup of ice to chill your smoothie and give it a pleasing icy texture.
Swap the lemonade with fresh lime or orange juice for a different citrus twist, or use almond milk if you're sensitive to soy.
If raspberry sherbet is not available, any berry-based sorbet or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream can work, though this would alter the flavor profile slightly.
For an extra nutrient boost, blending in some spinach or kale can turn this into a green-pink star smoothie without significantly changing the taste.

Smoothie Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this smoothie without the sherbet?

Yes, you can skip the sherbet, but you might want to add more frozen yogurt or even a banana to maintain the smoothie’s thick consistency. Alternatively, frozen raspberries can substitute the sherbet for both flavor and texture.

What can I use instead of vanilla soy milk?

Absolutely, feel free to use any milk alternative like almond, oat, or coconut milk. Each will lend its unique flavor, but all work well with the other ingredients.

More Jamba Juice Smoothie Recipes

→ If you liked this delicious Pink Star smoothie, try more of our copycat favorites on our Jamba Juice Smoothie Recipes page.

Sources

Jamba Juice: Website

Editor-In-Chief

Elle Kenwood

Elle Kenwood co-founded Make Drinks in 2013 and serves as its Editor-In-Chief. An active CrossFit Level 3 Trainer with a Master of Science in Nutritional Sciences from The University of Texas at Austin, Elle leads the team in curating and developing delicious smoothie and juice recipes, literally wearing out several blenders every year. • Connect with Elle on Facebook and Pinterest. • Send recipe ideas to Elle at: [email protected]