Low Sodium Banana and Strawberry Smoothie
Looking for a nourishing yet flavorful start to your day? This Low Sodium Banana and Strawberry Smoothie is a delightful blend of fresh strawberries, creamy ripe banana, and unsweetened almond milk, offering a naturally sweet and refreshing treat without compromising on nutrition. With low-sodium Greek yogurt adding a luscious texture and a hint of honey for balanced sweetness, this smoothie is perfect for heart-healthy diets while packing in plenty of vitamins and antioxidants. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s the ideal quick breakfast or post-workout snack that’s both delicious and guilt-free. Serve chilled for a rejuvenating sip that’s as enjoyable as it is healthy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 1 medium ripe banana
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt, low sodium
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 5 ice cubes
Instructions
Rinse the strawberries thoroughly under cool running water. Remove the stems and halve them if desired.
Peel the ripe banana and break it into chunks for easier blending.
In a blender, combine the fresh strawberries, banana chunks, and unsweetened almond milk.
Add the plain Greek yogurt to the blender. Ensure it's a low sodium option to maintain the recipe's focus.
Pour in the tablespoon of honey to add natural sweetness to the smoothie.
Add approximately 5 ice cubes to the blender for a thicker, chilled beverage.
Place the lid securely on the blender to prevent spills.
Blend on high speed for about 1-2 minutes until smooth and creamy. Stop to scrape down the sides if needed to ensure all ingredients are well-combined.
Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary; you may add a little more honey if desired.
Pour the smoothie into serving glasses and enjoy immediately while fresh and chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
337 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.4 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 190 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.0 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.2 g | ||
| Protein | 17.5 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 572 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 930 mg | 20% | |
*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.
