Vegan Banana Strawberry Smoothie
Indulge in the refreshing simplicity of a Vegan Banana Strawberry Smoothie, a delightful blend of wholesome ingredients that’s perfect for breakfast, a mid-day pick-me-up, or post-workout refueling. Featuring the naturally sweet pairing of ripe banana and juicy strawberries, this smoothie is elevated with unsweetened almond milk for creaminess, chia seeds for a boost of omega-3s, and a drizzle of pure maple syrup for just the right touch of sweetness. Vanilla extract rounds out the flavors with its aromatic warmth, while ice cubes ensure a chilled, velvety texture. Ready in just 5 minutes, this plant-based smoothie is as nutritious as it is satisfying, making it an ideal choice for vegan and dairy-free lifestyles. Serve it up in two glasses and enjoy a sip of pure goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium ripe banana
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 5 pieces ice cubes
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Peel the ripe banana and break it into smaller chunks for easier blending.
Wash the strawberries thoroughly and remove the stems.
In a blender, combine banana chunks, fresh strawberries, and unsweetened almond milk.
Add chia seeds, pure maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ice cubes to the blender.
Blend all ingredients on high speed for about 1-2 minutes or until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if desired by adding a bit more maple syrup.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses, serve immediately, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
283 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.0 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 153 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 525 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 802 mg | 17% | |
*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.
