Banana Shake Smoothie
Creamy, wholesome, and irresistibly delicious, this Banana Shake Smoothie is the perfect blend of simplicity and nutrition, making it an ideal choice for a quick breakfast or refreshing snack. Packed with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, silky Greek yogurt, and a touch of honey, this smoothie is both satisfying and nourishing. A hint of vanilla extract adds a warm, aromatic note, while optional chia seeds provide a boost of omega-3s and fiber. Ready in just 5 minutes, this easy-to-make banana smoothie is blended to velvety perfection with cooling ice cubes for a smooth, frothy texture. Whether you're fueling your morning or recharging after a workout, this two-serving recipe is sure to delight your taste buds while keeping you energized.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Banana
- 1.5 cups Milk
- 0.5 cups Greek Yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 5 pieces Ice Cubes
- 1 teaspoon Chia Seeds (optional)
Instructions
Peel the bananas and slice them into smaller pieces for easier blending.
In a blender, add the banana slices, milk, Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and ice cubes.
If using chia seeds, sprinkle them into the blender as well.
Blend the ingredients on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey if desired. Blend again briefly if any modifications are made.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of chia seeds or a banana slice on the rim of the glass.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
588 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.3 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 37 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 184 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.3 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.8 g | ||
| Protein | 22.6 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 583 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 1490 mg | 32% | |
*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.
