Description
Refreshing strawberry banana smoothie blends ripe fruits with milk for a creamy tropical treat. Quick blender method delivers smooth results that satisfy sweet cravings and provide nutritious energy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 cups (480 ml) frozen strawberries
- ¼–¾ cup (60–180 ml) milk (cow, almond, oat, coconut, soy, or preferred milk)
Instructions
- Preparation: Peel ripe bananas and slice into uniform chunks for optimal blending consistency.
- Blending Foundation: Combine banana chunks, frozen strawberries, and milk in a high-powered blender, ensuring all ingredients are well-positioned.
- Texture Optimization: Initiate blending at low speed, progressively escalating to high velocity until ingredients transform into a velvety, homogeneous mixture.
- Consistency Calibration: Evaluate smoothie’s viscosity, incrementally introducing additional milk to achieve desired fluidity and smooth drinking experience.
- Density Enhancement: If seeking a more substantial texture, incorporate ice cubes or extra frozen strawberries, blending until reaching the ideal thick, creamy consistency.
- Presentation: Pour the vibrant, nutrient-rich smoothie into chilled glasses, showcasing its lustrous, appealing appearance.
- Serving Recommendation: Consume immediately to preserve peak freshness, temperature, and inherent fruit flavors, maximizing the smoothie’s sensory experience.
Notes
- Optimize Fruit Ripeness: Select deeply colored, soft bananas and ripe strawberries for maximum natural sweetness and rich flavor profile.
- Master Blending Technique: Start blending at low speed and gradually increase to prevent ingredient splatter and ensure smooth, consistent texture.
- Customize Thickness Strategically: Add ice cubes or frozen strawberries to thicken the smoothie, or include extra milk to achieve desired fluidity.
- Serve Immediately: Consume the smoothie right after preparation to maintain peak nutritional value, vibrant color, and refreshing temperature.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg