Description

Strawberry banana smoothie is a creamy, fruity drink made with ripe bananas, sweet strawberries, and protein-rich ingredients. Perfect for breakfast, post-workout recovery, or as a quick snack. Easily made vegan, dairy-free, or low-sugar.

Ingredients

For the Smoothie:

– ¾ cup low-fat milk (substitute plant-based milk for vegan diets)

– 1 medium banana, fresh or frozen

– ¾ cup strawberries, fresh or frozen

– 2 tablespoons ground flax

– ¼ cup unflavored whey protein powder or pea protein (substitute Greek yogurt or silken tofu if preferred)

– ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

– ¾ cup ice (omit if using frozen fruit)

– 1 teaspoon monk fruit sweetener (or substitute stevia or other low-sugar sweeteners; optional)

Optional Add-ins:

– 1 tablespoon peanut butter or almond butter

– Handful of baby spinach or kale

– 1 tablespoon chia seeds or hemp seeds

For Garnish (Optional):

– Sliced strawberries

– Banana slices

– Sprinkle of chia seeds or toasted coconut flakes

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Instructions

Gather all ingredients and measure them accurately. Use frozen bananas or strawberries for a thicker, colder smoothie.
Place low-fat milk, banana, strawberries, ground flax, protein powder, vanilla extract (if using), ice, and sweetener into a blender.
Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or thickness by adding more sweetener or liquid if needed.
Pour into a glass and enjoy right away for the freshest taste. Optionally garnish with sliced strawberries, banana slices, or a sprinkle of chia seeds.

Notes

– Use ripe bananas: Ripe bananas provide maximum sweetness and creaminess. Freeze fruit beforehand to eliminate the need for ice and achieve a thicker consistency.

– Storage: Store leftover smoothie in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. For longer storage, freeze portions in freezer-safe containers; blend again with a splash of milk to restore texture. Avoid leaving the smoothie at room temperature for extended periods.

– Customizations: Swap whey protein with hemp protein, collagen powder, or silken tofu. Add spinach, kale, or almond butter for variety.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Beverages / Smoothies
Method: Blending
Cuisine: Healthy / Refreshing Drinks

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (based on 1–2 servings total yield)
Calories: ~200
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 100mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 5mg