Blackberry Banana Blend
Indulge in the refreshing and nutrient-packed goodness of the Blackberry Banana Blend, a vibrant smoothie perfect for breakfast, a mid-morning snack, or a post-workout recharge. Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and the tangy tartness of juicy blackberries, this quick and easy recipe combines creamy plain Greek yogurt, silky almond milk, and just a touch of optional honey for added sweetness. The addition of ice cubes creates a frosty, refreshing texture, while a sprinkle of chia seeds offers a nutrient boost and pleasant crunch. Ready in just 5 minutes and packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants, this two-serving smoothie is as wholesome as it is delicious. Whether you're satisfying a sweet tooth or fueling up for a busy day, the Blackberry Banana Blend is the perfect choice!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup blackberries
- 1 large banana
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 0.75 cup almond milk (or preferred milk)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- 4 pieces ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional)
Instructions
Wash the blackberries thoroughly under cold running water and set aside.
Peel the banana and cut it into smaller chunks for easier blending.
In a blender, combine the blackberries, banana, Greek yogurt, almond milk, and honey (if using).
Add the ice cubes to the blender to give the smoothie a frosty texture.
Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness with additional honey, if desired.
Pour the Blackberry Banana Blend into two glasses.
Optionally, top each glass with a sprinkle of chia seeds for added texture and nutrients.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
392 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.6 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 172 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.9 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.4 g | ||
| Protein | 16.8 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 555 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1006 mg | 21% | |
*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.
