Banana Berry Smoothie
A quick, energizing snack packed with flavor. This gluten-free smoothie is perfect post-workout or as a mid-day boost.
Servings 1 people
Calories 325kcal
Ingredients
- 1 medium banana fresh or frozen
- 1 cup mixed berries strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries; fresh or frozen
- 1 scoop protein powder Whey, Plant Based, etc
- 1 cup milk of choice almond, oat, soy, or regular dairy milk
- 1 tsp sweetener to taste honey, maple syrup, monk fruit, erythritol, etc
- 2-3 ice cubes optional, for extra thickness if using fresh fruit
Instructions
- Add banana, berries, protein powder, milk, and sweetener to a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy. If it’s too thick, add a splash more milk; if too thin, add extra frozen fruit or ice.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Tips & Variations
- For a thicker smoothie, use frozen banana instead of fresh.
- Want it sweeter? Add 1–2 dates or a drizzle of honey.
- For added nutrition, throw in a handful of spinach or a tablespoon of chia seeds.
- Swap almond milk for oat, soy, or regular milk based on preference.
- Calories: ~325
- Protein: ~27.3 g
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Total Fat: ~4.8 g
- Saturated Fat: ~0.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Cholesterol: ~50 mg
- Sodium: ~252 mg
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Total Carbohydrate: ~53.0 g
- Dietary Fiber: ~11.1 g
- Total Sugars: ~25.4 g (from banana, berries, whey)