Banana Power Smoothie
Fuel your day with this creamy and nutritious Banana Power Smoothie, the ultimate blend of flavor and energy-packed ingredients. Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and enriched with a scoop of vanilla protein powder, this smoothie is perfect for a quick breakfast or post-workout pick-me-up. The addition of creamy peanut butter and nutrient-dense chia seeds not only boosts flavor but also delivers a dose of healthy fats and fiber to keep you feeling satisfied. Unsweetened almond milk keeps the smoothie light and dairy-free, while a touch of honey (optional) offers a hint of extra sweetness. With just 5 minutes of prep, this refreshing smoothie—thickened with a handful of ice cubes—is as easy to whip up as it is to enjoy. Whether you’re looking for a healthy snack or an energy boost to start your day, this two-serving recipe will quickly become a go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Banana
- 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 scoop Vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons Peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon Chia seeds
- 1 teaspoons Honey (optional)
- 5 pieces Ice cubes
Instructions
Peel the bananas and break them into smaller chunks for easier blending.
Add the almond milk to your blender, followed by the banana chunks.
Sprinkle the protein powder, chia seeds, and peanut butter into the blender.
For added sweetness, drizzle the honey over the ingredients (optional).
Toss in the ice cubes to make the smoothie cold and refreshing.
Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the smoothie is completely smooth and creamy.
Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness or thickness by adding more honey or almond milk, if needed.
Divide the smoothie into two glasses. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
663 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.9 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 377 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.6 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.5 g | ||
| Protein | 37.8 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 925 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1271 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
