🍓 Strawberry Banana Citrus Smoothie

 

 

🍓 Strawberry Banana Citrus Smoothie

Prep time: 5 minutes | Servings: 1 large glass

 

Ingredients

1 cup Fresh or frozen strawberries (stemmed)

 

1 medium Banana (sliced; use frozen for a thicker texture)

 

1/2 cup Freshly squeezed orange juice (about 1–2 oranges)

 

1/2 cup Greek yogurt or Milk of choice (almond, oat, or dairy)

 

Optional: A drizzle of honey or maple syrup if you prefer it sweeter.

 

Optional: 3–4 ice cubes (if using fresh fruit).

 

Instructions

Prep the Fruit: Peel the banana and slice it. Wash the strawberries and remove the green leafy tops.

 

Layer the Blender: Add your liquids first (orange juice and milk/yogurt). This helps the blender blades move freely without getting stuck.

 

Add Solids: Toss in the strawberries and banana slices.

 

Blend: Start on a low speed and gradually increase to high. Blend for about 45–60 seconds until the mixture is perfectly smooth and creamy.

 

Serve: Pour into a tall glass and enjoy immediately while cold!

 

Quick Tips for Success

The Texture: If the smoothie is too thick, splash in a little more orange juice. If it’s too thin, add more frozen fruit or a few extra ice cubes.

 

Nutrition Boost: You can easily hide a handful of baby spinach or a tablespoon of chia seeds in this blend without changing the flavor much.

 

Zest it up: For an extra punch of citrus, grate a tiny bit of orange zest into the blender before mixing.