Creamy Banana Berry Smoothie
Whip up a refreshing and nutrient-packed treat with this Creamy Banana Berry Smoothie! Perfect for busy mornings or a midday pick-me-up, this smoothie blends the natural sweetness of ripe banana with the vibrant flavor of frozen mixed berries. Greek yogurt adds a luscious creaminess while providing a protein boost, and a splash of milk (or your favorite plant-based alternative) keeps it light and silky. Sweetened with a touch of honey and a hint of vanilla, this thick, velvety smoothie is ready in just 5 minutes. Packed with antioxidants and vitamins, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that’s as satisfying as it is delicious. Serve it up as a quick breakfast, post-workout fuel, or an afternoon snack, and garnish with fresh berries or a sprig of mint for the perfect finishing touch!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole banana
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.75 cup milk (or plant-based alternative)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Peel the banana and break it into chunks for easier blending.
In a blender, add the banana, frozen mixed berries, Greek yogurt, milk, honey, vanilla extract, and ice cubes.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down the sides of the blender if necessary.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more honey if needed, then blend again briefly.
Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with fresh berries or a sprig of mint.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
489 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.2 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 17 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 154 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.8 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.4 g | ||
| Protein | 23.8 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 430 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 1031 mg | 22% | |
*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.
