5 from 36 votes
Butternut Squash Smoothie
This Butternut Squash Smoothie blends roasted and frozen butternut squash with sweet banana, dates, Greek yogurt, and cinnamon for a creamy, naturally sweet drink with a hint of warmth from the cinnamon. The addition of granola butter adds richness and subtle nutty notes, while vanilla protein powder and almond milk create a smooth texture, making it a filling and balanced smoothie option.
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings:
2
Calories:
287 kcal
Course:
Breakfast, Snacks, Brunch
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- ¾ cup butternut squash roasted then frozen, cubes
- 2 dates
- 1 banana frozen, medium
- ⅓ cup Greek yogurt I used Two Good, vanilla flavor
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 ½ tbsp granola butter can sub almond butter or cashew butter
- 1 coop vanilla protein powder I used Clean Simple Eats, or cinnamon protein powder
- 1 cup almond milk unsweetened vanilla
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients together into a blender.
- Blend on high for 40-60 seconds or until frozen squash and banana are thoroughly combined, stopping and scrapping down with rubber spatula if necessary.
- Pour into 2 glasses. Garnish with fresh coconut, pomegranates, sprinkle of cinnamon, etc. Serve cold and enjoy!
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Notes
- Roast and freeze butternut squash cubes in advance for a smooth texture when blending.
- Use vanilla-flavored Greek yogurt to complement the mild sweetness and spices.
- Granola butter can be substituted with almond or cashew butter for variation.
- Serve the smoothie cold immediately after blending for best taste and consistency.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1 serving
Calories
287kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
47g
(16%)
Protein
16g
(32%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
4mg
(1%)
Sodium
196mg
(8%)
Potassium
614mg
(13%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
26g
(52%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 287
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving | |
| Calories | 287kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 196mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 614mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 26g | 52% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.