Get ready to sip on the creamiest Strawberry Banana Smoothie! It’s cold, refreshing and packed with protein, plus it tastes amazing. You only need 5 minutes and 4 simple ingredients for an easy on-the-go breakfast or snack!
This gorgeous Strawberry Banana Smoothie is just what you need to jump-start your day! I love creating new smoothies and shakes because they keep you satiated for hours. Also, when made without sugars or added sweeteners, they can be a great way to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into your diet.
This is a great smoothie to make for the kids, too! It’s hard to resist that pretty pink color and the taste and texture will have you thinking you’re sipping on a strawberry milkshake.
Reasons you will love this recipe
- It’s nutritious! Strawberries are low in calories, rich with antioxidants and an excellent source of many vitamins and minerals. Greek yogurt adds creaminess and a good amount of protein.
- So simple to make. This strawberry banana smoothie is made with just 4 ingredients. You just toss everything in the blender for a few seconds until it’s nice and creamy and you’re done. It really doesn’t get much easier than this!
- Make it your own. Just like any smoothie recipe, this one is super easy to customize! You can use a different berry, add protein powder or even some baby spinach for veggie goodness.
Ingredients you’ll need
We’re using just 4 key ingredients, plus sweetener if you’d like, to make this delicious strawberry banana smoothie recipe! Here’s a note on everything you’ll need:
- Strawberries: I recommend using frozen strawberries to really thicken and chill the smoothie to be more like a milkshake.
- Banana: Use a frozen ripe banana to naturally sweeten the smoothie and give it extra thickness.
- Milk: To keep the calories low, add in almond milk or cashew milk. However, if you want this to be super rich and creamy, use whole milk.
- Greek yogurt: Makes the smoothie super creamy and gives it a subtle tangy taste while adding in protein.
Variations and substitutions
- Fruit: Use any berries you’d like in place of the strawberries. You can also add in other fruits with the strawberries, just keep it to about 1 1/2 cups frozen fruit.
- Liquid: Feel free to use any variety of milk that you like best. You can even use liquids like apple juice, orange juice or water. Use milk for the creamiest results.
- Make it vegan and dairy free: If you’d like to keep this vegan and dairy free, use dairy-free yogurt and plant-based milk.
- More add-in ideas: I love adding in a little peanut butter – it makes this taste just like pb&j! You can also add in some chia seeds, hemp seeds, greens or ground flax for a boost of nutrients.
- Sweetener: If you like a sweeter smoothie, consider adding 1 to 2 tablespoons of honey or use another favorite sweetener like stevia or monk fruit.
How to make this recipe
- Add all ingredients to blender: Place the strawberries, bananas, milk, and Greek yogurt in a blender.
- Blend: Puree until smooth and creamy. Add more milk if needed.
- Serve: Pour into a glass and enjoy!
Tips for the best smoothie
This strawberry smoothie recipe is foolproof, but here are some tips and tricks to make it the best:
- Use frozen fruit: For the thickest, most flavorful smoothie, use frozen strawberries and banana instead of ice. Only add ice to make the smoothie thicker and colder, if you are using fresh fruits.
- Peel and slice bananas before freezing: Be sure to peel and slice your banana before freezing it to make it easier to blend. Believe me, you do not want to freeze your banana with the peel still on it!
- Consistency: This smoothie can be as thick or thin as you want. Once you’ve blended it, if it’s too thick, add a splash of milk and blend again to make it thinner. If it is too thin for your liking, add more frozen strawberries or some ice.
- Bump up the protein: Greek yogurt adds protein to this smoothie. However, you can add one scoop of vanilla protein powder for even more protein.
More delicious smoothie recipes
- Green Smoothie
- Mixed Berry Smoothie
- Apple Strawberry Smoothie
- Banana Date Smoothie
- Layered Blueberry Mango Smoothie
- Keto Green Smoothie
- Mango Sunrise Smoothie
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Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups frozen sliced strawberries, you can also use fresh (see notes)
- 1 ripe banana sliced, about 1/2 cup
- 1 cup milk
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Place the strawberries, bananas, milk, and Greek yogurt in a blender.
- Puree until smooth and creamy. Add more milk if needed.
Notes
To make it sweeter, add in 2 Tablespoons of honey or your favorite sweetener.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe by: Layla Atik // Gimme Delicious | Photography by: Eat Love Eats
Frequently asked questions
What is the best liquid to put in a smoothie?
For best results, use any preferred milk as the liquid base of your smoothie. Whole milk will be more rich, but I usually use unsweetened almond milk because it has a neutral flavor and the calories are lower.
Do you put ice in smoothies?
You will want to add ice to this smoothie if your fruit is not frozen to thicken it and make it super cold. However, I recommend frozen fruit instead because ice will dilute the flavor some and won’t blend as well.
How much milk should I put in a smoothie?
For this particular recipe, you’ll want to start with about 1 cup of milk and then you can add more as needed. If you like a super thick smoothie, you might want to only add about 1/2 cup and then add more a little at a time to get the consistency that you prefer.
