Description
Indulgent Banana-Berry Smoothie blends creamy bananas with antioxidant-rich berries for a refreshing breakfast or post-workout treat. Packed with nutrients and natural sweetness, this smoothie delivers a delightful burst of flavor you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 banana, peeled and sliced
- ½ cup (118 ml) frozen mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
Liquid Base:
- 1 cup (237 ml) unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- ½ cup (118 ml) ice cubes
Nutritional Boosters:
- ½ cup (118 ml) baby spinach leaves
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) almond butter (or peanut butter)
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: almond milk, ripe banana, mixed frozen berries, fresh spinach leaves, chia seeds, almond butter, and optional honey.
- Place banana and spinach at the bottom of the blender to ensure smoother blending and prevent ingredient clumping.
- Layer frozen berries, chia seeds, and almond butter on top of the initial ingredients.
- Pour almond milk over the ingredients to help facilitate easier blending.
- If desired, drizzle honey for additional natural sweetness.
- Secure blender lid and pulse initially to break down larger pieces, then blend on high speed until completely smooth and uniform in texture.
- Assess smoothie consistency; if a thicker, more chilled beverage is preferred, add a few ice cubes and blend for an additional 15-20 seconds.
- Carefully pour the vibrant green-purple smoothie into a tall glass, ensuring no residue remains in the blender.
- Serve immediately to preserve nutritional integrity and enjoy maximum freshness.
- Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of chia seeds or a mint leaf for visual appeal.
Notes
- Customize sweetness by adjusting honey or using alternative natural sweeteners like maple syrup or stevia for different dietary preferences.
- Boost protein content by adding a scoop of plant-based protein powder or Greek yogurt, making the smoothie more filling and nutritionally balanced.
- Experiment with frozen fruits like mango or pineapple to create unique flavor combinations while maintaining the smooth, creamy texture.
- Prep smoothie ingredients in advance by portioning and freezing them in zip-lock bags for quick, grab-and-go morning nutrition.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg