Strawberry Banana Yogurt Smoothie
Today’s recipe, Strawberry Banana Yogurt Smoothie , was one of the first smoothies I have ever made. Since then I have made hundreds of smoothies with or without yogurt, but still to this day this smoothie is at the top of my favorite smoothies list.
As the name suggests, I used strawberries , banana, and yogurt. However, the yogurt is not just any yogurt; it is Dannon’s Non-fat Light & Fit vanilla yogurt. Now, I choose the vanilla flavor because I like it, but there are so many other flavors you can choose from. Don’t like vanilla? Go for strawberry, banana, salted caramel, tiramisu, or blackberry. Don’t like any of those flavors? Go for plain yogurt. Literally, the sky is the limit.
To sweeten my smoothie, in addition to the fruit, I used a little bit of strawberry flavored Smucker’s Fruit and Honey spread. As you will see in the recipe below, for 2 servings I used a tablespoon of the spread. However, you can adjust the amount you use based on your sweetness preference. I love Smucker’s Fruit and Honey spread because it is made with ripened fruit that is naturally sweetened with honey.
Finally, as additional superfoods, I used chia seeds and hemp seeds. They are both rich in fiber, minerals, and Omega-3 fatty acids. It is totally optional to use them and they don’t affect the taste that much. However, if you have them in your pantry, I recommend adding them in as they are such an easy way to increase the nutritional value of your smoothies.
As I mentioned earlier, this smoothie tastes like ice cream in a glass. It is a great way to start the day or serve to your kids as a refreshing afternoon snack in these warm days of summer. Either way, once you give it a try, I guarantee you that it will become a favorite in your household just like it is in ours.
Ingredients
- 1 cup yogurt
- 1/2 cup strawberries hulled
- 1 teaspoon naturally sweetened strawberry jam adjust the amount based on your preference
- 1 banana ripe, peeled and cut into small pieces
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup Honey & Maple Syrup would work too
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds optional
- 1 teaspoon hemp seeds optional
- 1 cup ice
Instructions
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Place all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Taste for sweetness and add if necessary.
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Serve immediately.
Notes
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Is Strawberry Banana Yogurt Smoothie healthy? While I believe that everything should be consumed in moderate doses, smoothies made with yogurt are generally considered healthy. Fresh fruit mixed in with yogurt that contains probiotics (also known as active living bacteria) can help keep intestines healthy. Additionally, yogurt contains a generous amount of calcium, potassium, magnesium, B6 and B12 vitamins. Additionally, in general if you use minimal amount of sweeteners and stick to natural ones (like I did here), you will have a much healthier breakfast smoothie on the go.
- How To Make Strawberry Banana Yogurt Smoothie? The process is very easy. Simply put strawberries, bananas, yogurt, and ice in a blender and mix it up. If you want to make it healthier add more protein into the recipe, you can also add in chia seeds and/or hemp seeds. Alternatively, if you do not have a blender, you can use a food processor to blend your smoothie.
- Strawberry Banana Smoothie Nutrition Information: This smoothie has a healthy amount of protein, 7.5 grams per serving. Plus, as I mentioned earlier, it is rich in calcium, magnesium, and potassium. You can see detailed nutrition values underneath the recipe.
- Can I freeze this Strawberry Banana Smoothie?: I do not believe that this is a great recipe to freeze. However, if you have leftovers, you can keep them in an airtight jar in the fridge and enjoy the next morning. Though I recommend giving it a good shake before serving it.