Maple Blue Smoothie
Start your day with a burst of flavor and nutrition with the Maple Blue Smoothie, a creamy and antioxidant-packed drink that's as delicious as it is wholesome. Featuring vibrant frozen blueberries, a naturally sweet ripe banana, and the rich flavor of pure maple syrup, this smoothie strikes a perfect balance between indulgence and health. Blended with unsweetened almond milk, creamy Greek yogurt, and a hint of vanilla extract, it’s a protein-rich option ideal for busy mornings or post-workout fuel. Ready in just 5 minutes and topped with optional chia seeds and fresh blueberries for added texture, this smoothie recipe offers a refreshing way to enjoy a nutritious breakfast or snack. It’s a must-try for smoothie lovers craving something fruity, wholesome, and satisfyingly sweet!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional topping)
- 2 tablespoons fresh blueberries (optional garnish)
Instructions
Gather all the ingredients and ensure the banana is peeled.
Add the frozen blueberries, banana, almond milk, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ice cubes into a blender.
Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the blender with a spatula as needed.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup, if desired.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses.
Optionally, sprinkle chia seeds and add fresh blueberries on top for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Maple Blue Smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
434 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.4 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 193 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.0 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.3 g | ||
| Protein | 17.2 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 627 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 887 mg | 19% | |
*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.
