Description
This Orange Banana Smoothie is bright, creamy, and naturally sweet, blending ripe bananas with fresh orange juice for a refreshing and energizing drink. It’s quick to make, nourishing, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or post-workout fuel.
Ingredients
- 2 medium bananas, peeled
- 1 cup fresh orange juice (about 2 oranges)
- 1/2 cup plain or vanilla yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and slice the bananas and add them to a blender.
- Pour in the fresh orange juice.
- Add the yogurt, milk, and optional honey and vanilla extract.
- Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
- Add ice cubes if desired and blend again until combined.
- Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
Notes
- Frozen bananas create a thicker, colder smoothie without ice.
- Use dairy-free yogurt and milk for a vegan version.
- Add chia seeds or flaxseed for extra fiber.
- A handful of spinach can be added without affecting flavor.
- Best enjoyed fresh for optimal taste and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
