Ingredients
- 1 medium ripe banana
- 1 cup fresh or frozen mixed berries
- 2 tablespoons natural unsweetened almond butter
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, approximately 25 grams
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup plain unsweetened Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar, optional
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Peel the ripe banana and break it into thirds for easier blending.
- Measure the mixed berries, almond butter, vanilla protein powder, almond milk, Greek yogurt, optional honey or agave nectar, and ice cubes.
- Add the unsweetened almond milk to the blender first.
- Add the plain Greek yogurt and vanilla protein powder.
- Add the natural almond butter by spoonfuls for even distribution.
- Add the banana pieces and mixed berries.
- Top with the ice cubes.
- Secure the blender lid and pulse briefly to break down the larger ingredients.
- Blend on high speed for 45 to 60 seconds, until smooth and creamy.
- Check the consistency and add additional almond milk if the smoothie is too thick, or additional ice if it is too thin.
- Blend for an additional 15 to 20 seconds, until the desired texture is reached.
- Pour into tall glasses and serve immediately.
Notes
Use a frozen banana and frozen berries for an extra-thick, chilled smoothie without needing additional ice. Add the liquid ingredients first to help the smoothie blend evenly, and use natural unsweetened almond butter to keep the berry-banana flavor balanced.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 280-320
- Sugar: 18-22g
- Sodium: 120-150mg
- Fat: 9-12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5-2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5-10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35-40g
- Fiber: 3-4g
- Protein: 20-25g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
