9 Best Banana Smoothie Recipes For a Healthy Start!
Whenever I think of a yummy, tasty, healthy, easy to get, and easy to prepare smoothie recipe, the primary ingredient that comes into my mind are “Bananas”. Likewise, have you also thought of a recipe that can be prepared and consumed in a couple of minutes? They can be no other than those yum yum Banana smoothie recipes!
I believe you must have when you are in a hurry to get ready for the office and have your breakfast before leaving. Not only that if you can prepare a breakfast which has a high nutritional value in a few minutes to go then you must know it!
Bananas are considered the Powerhouse of Nature’s healthiest nutrients. Especially, the rich potassium component in banana makes this superfood suitable for everyone. From a toddler to a pregnant woman and subsequently to older generations, banana is a proven source of energy for all of them. Altogether, they are rich in natural fiber, antioxidants, and several vitamins with a fat percentage of almost zero. Moreover, bananas are amongst a few of those foods easily available worldwide henceforth you can easily add this to your diet anytime anywhere.
Let’s move on to this article and discuss the 9 best banana smoothie recipes to go healthy and manage your busy mornings.
1. Banana Yogurt smoothie
For 2-3 servings
Prep Time- 5 min
Total Time- 5 min
Ingredients
- 2 cups Plain Low fat or Greek Yogurt
- 2 Ripe Bananas
- 2 tbsp Honey or Jaggery, No added sugar
- ½ tsp Vanilla Extract
- 4-5 ice cubes
Directions
Add all the ingredients together in a blender and blend it for 20- 30 seconds until the smoothie mixture is smooth and creamy. Honey has been used to replace added sugar to reduce the carbohydrate content and add all the essential nutrients present in honey.
Nutritional Value– 224 calories per serving
2. Banana Milk Turmeric Smoothie
Turmeric is a Bioactive compound. This is an ingredient with numerous health benefits. Not only that, but it is also an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compound that is proven to treat depression, arthritis, and several other diseases. Know more about the benefits of Turmeric from healthline.com
For 1- 2 servings
Prep Time- 5 min
Total Time- 5 min
Ingredients
- Banana- 2 ripe bananas
- Milk- 2 cups
- Turmeric- 1 tsp
- Honey- 2 tbsp
- Vanilla extract- 1 tsp
Directions
Add the ingredients together in a blender jar and blend it for 30 seconds or until smooth. Pour it in a glass and you can also add a pinch of turmeric to define its name. Have this yummy, healthy smoothie for breakfast, and enjoy the day to come!
Nutritional value– 245 calories per serving
3. Cinnamon Honey Banana Smoothie
Cinnamon has numerous health benefits when consumed in small quantities. Moreover, it’s one of the most refreshing spices in our kitchen, only half a teaspoon of cinnamon has the power to attract food lovers with its aroma. To know more about the benefits of cinnamon you can refer to besthealthmag.ca
For 1-2 servings
Prep Time- 5 min
Total Time- 5 min
Ingredients
- Ripe Bananas- 2
- Milk- 2 cups
- Honey- 2 tbsp
- Cinnamon- ½ tsp
- Ice cubes- 4-5
Directions
Add all ingredients to a blender and blend it for 20- 30 seconds until smooth and creamy. After that, you can add a pinch of cinnamon to smell the aromatic flavor of this super tasty smoothie.
Nutritional Value– 240 calories per serving
4. Banana Strawberry Smoothie
One of the best Breakfast smoothie drinks I always love to have. Apart from that, it keeps your hunger satisfied for a longer time than any other diet. Above all that, Strawberry has high nutritional properties with antioxidants and rich in natural fibers. So, go ahead try and make it once. I bet you will love it.
For 1-2 servings
Prep Time- 5 min
Total time- 5 min
Ingredients
- Ripe Bananas – 2
- Strawberries- 6 or 1 cup of strawberry pulp
- Milk- 1 ½ cup
- Honey- 2 Tbsp
- Ice cubes- 4-6 cubes
Directions
Add all the ingredients to the blender and blend it for 1 minute at an interval of 20 seconds to get the super smooth and creamy texture. Enjoy your breakfast with this delicious smoothie.
Nutritional value– 260- 280 calories per serving
5. Banana Mango Yogurt Smoothie
Mango is an immunity booster high in nutrients and low in calories. Apart from that, they are also rich in antioxidants and good for digestive health. To start your day with a mixture of banana and mango’s combination will make your day refreshing like never before.
Servings- For 1-2 servings
Prep time- 7 min
Total time- 10 min
Ingredients
- Banana- 2 ripe banana
- Mango- 1 cup diced mangoes
- Yogurt- ½ cup of plain low fat or Greek Yogurt if available
- Honey- 1 tbsp if required
- Ice cubes- 4-6 cubes
Directions
Add all ingredients to the blender and blend them together for 30 seconds until smooth and creamy. You can add small mango cubes over the top to feel the flavor of this super tasty drink.
Nutritional value– 260- 280 calories per serving
6. Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
Peanut Butter is calculated as a healthy energy source in its pure form. Altogether it contains healthy fats, good proteins, and low carbs. In addition, the sweet fragrance with the creamy texture of banana and peanut butter will make you go hungry instantly. So, let’s make it.
Serving- 1- 2 servings
Prep Time- 5 min
Total Time- 5 min
Ingredients
- Ripe Bananas- 2
- Peanut Butter- 1 tbsp
- Honey- 1 tbsp
- Ice cubes- 4-6 cubes
Directions
Add the ingredients to a blender jar and blend it for 20- 30 seconds until smooth and creamy. Now open it smell it and have it.
Nutritional Value– 265 calories per serving
7. Pineapple Banana Smoothie
Pineapple rich in Vitamins A, C, and K, manganese, phosphorus, zinc. Moreover, its sweet and sour taste will make your smoothie delicious to drink.
For 1-2 servings
Prep Time- 5 min
Total Time- 5 min
Ingredients
- Ripe Bananas- 2
- Pineapple- 3/4 cup diced frozen
- Honey- 1 tbsp
- Milk- 1 cup low fat or Almond milk
- Ice cubes- 4-6 cubes
Directions
Blend all the ingredients together in a blender until you get a smooth creamy texture. You can add some mint leaves as toppings to add a refreshing fragrance to your drink.
Nutritional Value– 260 calories per serving
8. Banana Oatmeal Smoothie
Whenever you want your smoothie to accomplish your fitness goals, try out this banana oatmeal smoothie breakfast, and subsequently, you will find a healthy tasty way out.
For 1-2 servings
Prep Time- 5 min
Total Time- 5min
Ingredients
- Ripe Bananas- 2
- Oatmeal- 1/4 cup
- Honey – 1 tbsp
- Ice cubes- 4- 6 cubes
- Vanilla extract- ½ tsp
Directions
Put together all the ingredients into the blender jar and blend for 30 seconds until you find a smooth creamy mixture. In addition, add a pinch of cinnamon to smell its aroma. You cannot stay away from having it for a long time.
Nutritional value– 245 calories per serving
9. Blueberry Banana Yogurt Smoothie
Blueberry is known to improve our cardiovascular health because of its no cholesterol properties. Moreover, it is a rich source of Vitamin K1 and C with its antioxidant properties.
For 1-2 servings
Prep time- 5 min
Total Time- 5 min
Ingredients
- Bananas- 2 ripe bananas
- Blueberries- 1/2 cup frozen
- Yogurt- 1/2 cup non-fat plain yogurt
- Honey- 2 tbsp
- Ice cubes- 4-6 cubes
Directions
Combine all the above ingredients into a blender jar and blend until smooth and creamy. Enjoy your smoothie for breakfast and make your day refreshing and full of energy!
Nutritional Value– 245 calories per serving
Conclusion
So, did you feel the smoothie cravings after you go through this article? Of course, you must have. If yes, then go ahead and try these with whichever convenient ingredients available. Make yourself active and healthy with these super tasty delicious smoothies.
Please leave your comments if you tried any of these banana smoothie recipes after reading this article or even before that. You can also share the new or innovative smoothie recipes in the comments box if you have any.