Orange Banana Smoothie
Start your day with a burst of sunshine in a glass! This Orange Banana Smoothie combines the sweet creaminess of ripe bananas with the refreshing zest of fresh oranges. Perfect for breakfast or as an energizing snack, this quick and easy recipe is guaranteed to put a smile on your face while fueling your adventures.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe bananas (about 250g)
- 1 large orange (about 200g, juiced)
- 1 cup plain yogurt (240g)
- 1/2 cup milk (120ml; almond milk optional)
- 1–2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Peel the bananas and segment the orange.
- In a blender, combine bananas, freshly squeezed orange juice, yogurt, and milk.
- If desired, add honey or maple syrup for sweetness.
- Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Pour into glasses and serve immediately, garnished with an orange slice if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie (300ml)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: - For a thicker smoothie, use frozen banana slices or reduce the amount of liquid. - Add a handful of spinach for extra nutrients without affecting flavor. - Experiment with different yogurts or non-dairy substitutes to customize your smoothie.