Strawberry Slushie
A strawberry slushie is a refreshing, icy beverage made by blending fresh or frozen strawberries with ice, water, and a sweetener like sugar or syrup until it reaches a slushy consistency. It's a popular summer treat found worldwide, often served at fairs, cafes, and fast-food chains. The drink is celebrated for its vibrant color, sweet-tart flavor, and ability to cool you down on a hot day.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This drink is typically high in carbohydrates, primarily from natural fruit sugars and any added sweeteners, while being virtually fat-free and low in protein. It provides a quick source of energy, along with vitamin C and antioxidants from the strawberries, and a typical serving contains roughly 100-150 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 1 g |
| Carbs | 25 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 20 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Vitamin C | 85 mg |
| Potassium | 200 mg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Folate | 30 mcg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Calcium | 20 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin K | 3 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the slushie represents a modern, fun twist on fruit-based refreshments, evolving from older shaved ice desserts into a globally recognized, convenient treat. Nutritionally, while it offers vitamins from fruit, its high sugar content and lack of fiber (compared to whole fruit) make it more of an occasional indulgence than a health food.
