Strawberry Banana Smoothie
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5
Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Description
This smoothie combines two cups of milk with strawberries and ripe banana, creating a fruity base naturally sweetened with 1 to 2 tablespoons of honey. Blending these ingredients yields a creamy consistency and smooth texture. Ice is included optionally when fresh fruit is used to chill and thicken the smoothie. Almond butter incorporation adds richness and a hint of nutty flavor when desired.
Optional ingredients such as baby spinach, chia seeds, flax seeds, and hemp seeds provide additional nutrients without overwhelming the fruit flavors. The smoothie is suitable for a nourishing start to the day or a refreshing snack.
The notes encourage adding green vegetables like baby spinach for vitamins and minerals, healthy fats through omega-3-rich ingredients, and protein sources such as Greek yogurt or nut butter to improve nutritional content and satiety.
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk (cow, almond, coconut, oat, etc)
- 2 cups strawberry may use fresh, frozen
- 1 ripe banana
- 1-2 Tablespoons honey
- ice (optional)
Optional Add-ins:
- 2 Tablespoons almond butter (optional)
- 1-2 cups baby spinach
- chia seeds
- flax seeds
- hemp seeds
Instructions
- In a blender, add milk, strawberries, banana, honey, almond butter (if using), and ice. Blend until creamy and smooth.
- If using frozen strawberries and banana, you may not need ice. If you are using fresh ingredients, make sure to add ice.
Notes
- Add baby spinach or kale for extra vitamins and antioxidants without altering taste significantly.
- Include chia seeds, flaxseeds, or hemp seeds to boost omega-3 fatty acids.
- Incorporate almond butter or Greek yogurt to increase protein and healthy fats.
- Use ice only when fresh fruit is blended; frozen fruit tends to chill the smoothie sufficiently.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 165 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 165kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 114mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 720mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 28g | 56% |
| Vitamin A | 1924IU | 38% |
| Vitamin C | 89mg | 99% |
| Calcium | 362mg | 36% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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