Strawberry Banana Smoothie
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Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Description
The Strawberry Banana Smoothie combines frozen strawberries and banana with milk and ice to create a cold, creamy beverage. Using frozen strawberries helps thicken the smoothie and keeps it chilled without diluting the flavor, while the banana adds a natural sweetness and smooth texture. The milk provides a mellow base that brings the ingredients together in a balanced way.
The blending process is quick and easy, producing a smooth drink with a good balance of fruit and creaminess. You can vary the milk to soy, oat, coconut, or almond milk, adjusting the flavor slightly, or swap strawberries for other berries for a different taste and texture. Using fresh strawberries will produce a thinner smoothie unless more ice or yogurt is added.
This smoothie is best served immediately for optimal taste and texture, though it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 12 hours if necessary. Adjust the thickness after blending by adding milk to thin or more frozen fruit to thicken, depending on your preference.
Ingredients
- 2 c. strawberry frozen
- 1 banana
- 1 c. milk
- 1 c. ice
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a blender and pulse until smooth.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Frozen strawberries help thicken the smoothie and keep it cold; fresh strawberries will make a thinner texture unless additional ice or yogurt is added.
- Milk varieties like soy, oat, coconut, or almond can be used but will change the flavor slightly.
- Blend and serve immediately for best taste; if storing, keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 12 hours.
- Adjust thickness by adding more milk to thin or more frozen fruit to thicken.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 178 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 178kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 61mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 751mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 25g | 50% |
| Vitamin A | 298IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 144mg | 160% |
| Calcium | 186mg | 19% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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