Blueberry Banana Smoothie

How to make the best blueberry banana smoothie! This purple mash has a sweet berry flavor and the perfect juicy texture.

Here’s a healthy smoothie that’s bursting with berry flavor: Blueberry Banana Smoothie! This shiny purple mush is deliciously creamy and beautiful to look at. It’s packed with lovely berry flavors that have just the right banana counterbalance. From the first sip we were sold! (Our 3-year-old was also very impressed, which is saying something.) It’s perfect for breakfast, as a snack, or as an after-dinner treat. That’s how it’s done!

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Ingredients of this Blueberry Banana Smoothie

This Blueberry Banana Smoothie is plant-based and full of beautiful, healthy fruit: mixed with a little ice and water! You can also add protein to make it even more filling and nutritious (read on for ideas). Here are the ingredients for this smoothie:

• Frozen Blueberries: Frozen berries give just the right frozen texture. We love making frozen blueberry smoothies because frozen berries are easy to store to use when the mood hits.
• Banana: The banana adds a creamy texture and accentuates the sweetness.
• water and ice: All you need is a little water and ice to get the perfect creamy texture (the banana and berries do all the work).
• Fresh lemon juice: Citrus fruits enhance the flavors! You can also use fresh lime juice: whatever you have on hand.

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How to Add Protein to a Smoothie…Without the Powder!

This Blueberry Banana Smoothie is made with just fruit and water! So if you’re going to use it as a meal (like breakfast) or add protein to your snack, be sure to add a little more to the mix. Here are our favorite ways to add protein…without powder:

• Greek yogurt: Yogurt adds quite a bit of protein and probiotics for a healthy gut. Try mixing ¼ cup to ½ cup depending on your taste. If necessary, add a few drops of water to mix well. Note that this will lighten the color to a lighter lavender depending on how much you add.
• almond or cashew butter. Almond butter or cashew butter work better here than peanut butter. Use about 1 tbsp, 2 for a stronger flavor. This addition dulls the color a bit, so keep that in mind as well.

flavor variations!

This Blueberry Banana Smoothie tastes amazing just the way it is. But if you want, you can add a flavor nuance. Here are some additional supplements we recommend:

• Ginger. Add ½ teaspoon grated ginger to the mixture for a flavorful burst.
• mint or basil. Add a few fresh mint or basil leaves for an herbal touch.
• Lime. Substitute 2 tablespoons of lime for the lemon for a stronger citrus note.
• Coconut. Use coconut milk instead of water. Or add a handful of coconut (or toasted coconut) to the mix.
• Vanilla. Use ¼ to ½ teaspoon vanilla to add complexity.
• cinnamon or cardamom. Add ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon for a unique twist.
• mango or pineapple. Substitute 1 cup of frozen mangoes or peaches for 1 cup of frozen berries. It will also vary slightly in color.

Smoothie Storage

Smoothies are best consumed immediately. But this banana blueberry smoothie can last up to 1 day in the fridge if stored in a sealed container or mason jar with a lid. It gets very thick so just shake it before drinking.

This Blueberry Banana Smoothie Recipe is…

Vegetarian, vegan, plant-based, dairy-free and gluten-free.

More smoothie recipes

Do you like healthy smoothies? We also. Here are some of our favorite smoothie recipes:

• Berry: Strawberry Raspberry, Berry, Fruit, Strawberry Mango or Strawberry Banana Smoothie Cake and bursting with sweet fruit flavors!
• Fruit: Banana, apple, acai berry, mango, pineapple, honeydew melon, orange or watermelon smoothie Juicy and slightly sweet: perfectly refreshing.
• Creamy: Vanilla Protein, Yogurt, or Peanut Butter Smoothie They taste a bit like milkshakes… but they’re healthy smoothies!
• Vegetables / Vegetables: Kale, Avocado, Vegetable, Beetroot, Broccoli, or Spinach Smoothie The flavor is so compelling, you’ll forget you’re eating all those healthy ingredients.