Yields: 1-2 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
Base
- 1 frozen banana (ripe is best for sweetness)
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries (or your favorite berry combo)
- 1 cup milk of choice (dairy, almond, soy, oat, etc.)
- 1/2 cup plain or vanilla yogurt (Greek yogurt for extra protein)
Optional Add-ins (choose a few!)
- 1 tablespoon nut butter (peanut, almond, etc.)
- 1-2 tablespoons chia seeds or flaxseeds
- 1/4 cup rolled oats
- A scoop of protein powder
- Handful of spinach or kale
- Pinch of cinnamon or other spices
Equipment
- Blender
Instructions
1. Combine ingredients: Add all your ingredients to the blender. For a thicker smoothie, start with a little less milk and add more if needed.
2. Blend: Blend until completely smooth. This might take 30 seconds to a minute depending on your blender’s power.
3. Adjust: Taste and adjust as needed. If the smoothie’s too thick, add more milk. If it’s not sweet enough, add a drizzle of honey, maple syrup, or a bit more banana.
4. Enjoy: Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately!
Tips
Freeze your own bananas: If you have overripe bananas, peel them, break them into chunks, and freeze them in a baggie. Perfect for smoothies!
Customizable: This recipe is a great base. Play with different fruits, add-ins, and spices to create your signature smoothie.
Make ahead (sort of): You can prep smoothie packs by portioning and freezing ingredients (minus the liquids) in freezer bags. In the morning, dump the bag in the blender with your milk and yogurt!
