Licuado De Platano (Banana Smoothie)
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Licuado De Platano (Banana Smoothie)
Description
Licuado De Platano combines ripe bananas with a liquid base of milk and smooth Greek yogurt for creaminess, enriched by ground cinnamon and vanilla extract for gentle spice and flavor. Old-fashioned oats contribute body and texture, balancing the smooth fruits and dairy. The optional ice cools and slightly dilutes the blend, enhancing refreshment. Mixing these ingredients in a blender produces a consistent, creamy smoothie with natural sweetness enhanced by a choice of sweeteners.
The texture is smooth and thick, but can be adjusted by adding or omitting ice. Cinnamon adds a warm spice note that complements banana's natural sweetness. Using ripe bananas with brown spots ensures optimal flavor and sweetness. This smoothie is practical for a nutritious start or a quick refreshment during the day.
Preparation is simple, requiring just blending all ingredients until smooth, making it easy to adapt measurements or ingredients to dietary preferences. You can also prepare the smoothie ahead and keep it refrigerated, or add protein powder for extra nutrition.
Choosing your milk type and the addition of oatmeal or yogurt allows customization of thickness and creaminess. Adding spinach or kale can enhance nutrients without strongly altering taste.
Ingredients
Licuado #1 Bananas
- 1 large banana fresh or frozen
- 8 oz milk cold, use your preferred milk
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon plus more to garnish
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup old-fashioned oats
- ½ cup Greek yogurt optional, plain, nonfat
- 1 natural sweetener or more to taste, packet
- ½ cup ice optional
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a blender and mix for about 1 minute or until desired consistency has been reached.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas with brown spots for natural sweetness and fuller flavor.
- You can replace non-calorie sweeteners with honey to taste for a natural option.
- Make the smoothie ahead and refrigerate overnight for convenience in the morning.
- Add protein powder to boost nutritional content if desired.
- Peel and slice bananas before freezing to improve smoothie creaminess when using frozen fruit.
- Add leafy greens like spinach or kale to increase nutrients without affecting flavor significantly.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1smoothie
Amount Per Serving
Calories 356 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 10ounces | |
| Calories | 356kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 59g | 20% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 166mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 838mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 47g | 94% |
| Vitamin A | 76IU | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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