My favorite strawberry banana smoothie is naturally sweet, creamy and has protein. Refreshing high-protein breakfast or post-workout drink.
Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe
This strawberry banana smoothie is my go-to-go–fast, creamy, and rich in 39g protein and 9g fiber. This is a smoothie I make more than anyone else, especially when I need something quick, I actually fill me with everything. My daughter Madison loves it, too, so it’s our rotation routine. Made of bananas, strawberries, subways and your favorite protein powder, it is naturally sweet, friendly and easy to customize.
The best part? It can be blended with a blender and some simple ingredients in just 5 minutes – perfect for busy mornings or quick post-workout snacks. You can even prepare it in advance to make your daily routine easier.
Why does this smoothie work!
This fast, high-protein smoothie is ideal when you need a high-fiber breakfast on the go. This is why it is a favorite:
- high protein: There are about 39 grams of protein per serving
- Customizable Add nut butter, baby spinach or seeds
- Perfect for busy families: Kid-friendly, freezer-friendly, perfect for busy mornings
- Reduce waste: A delicious way to use these ripe bananas!
- Dietary Restrictions: Weight observer friendly, gluten-free, high protein, high fiber; vegan and dairy-free (if using plant-based milk and protein powder)
The ingredients you need and helpful tips
Here are the ingredients for this strawberry banana smoothie. See the recipe card below for exact measurements.
- Low-fat milk: Use your favorite milk. Fairlife is my go-to, but if you need a dairy-free alternative, I prefer those with higher protein content, such as soy or pea milk.
- banana: Use ripe spotted bananas as sweet smoothies without adding sugar.
- strawberry Add sweetness. Fresh or frozen berries will work.
- Ground linen Provides fiber, protein, as well as many vitamins and minerals such as thiamine and copper.
- Protein powder: I make this recipe with unpopular whey or pea protein, but vanilla protein powder is also a good choice.
- Vanilla extract It is optional, but can enhance the flavor.
- ice Make the smoothie thicker, smoother and cooler. If not in you Desired consistency, add more ice.
- Sweetener: I prefer monk fruit because it has zero net carbs and calories. However, any sweetener, such as honey, maple syrup, or sugar, will Work. Or just omit whether your banana is sweet enough.
How to Make Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Make this simple strawberry banana smoothie in just a few minutes. Simply add all the ingredients to the blender and stir until smooth. See the recipe card at the bottom for printable orientation.
Smoothie tips
- For a thicker consistency, use frozen fruit or add more ice.
- A good blender is essential for a smooth, creamy texture. This is all I get for a high power mixer!
yield: 1 Serve
Service size: 1 Smoothies
- ¾ cup Low-fat milk,,,,, dairy-free milk such as Fairlife or protein
- 1 Medium banana,,,,, Fresh or frozen (the better the mature ones)
- ¾ cup strawberry,,,,, Fresh or frozen
- 2 Spoon Ground linen
- ¼ cup Whey protein powder,,,,, or pea protein, or a spoonful of your favorite vanilla protein*
- ½ teaspoon Vanilla extract,,,,, Elective
- ¾ cup ice
- 1 teaspoon Monk Fruit Sweetener,,,,, Or optional sweetener, taste
- Optional additional method: Peanut butter,,,,, Baby spinach, Greek yogurt
The final step:
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*I make this recipe with unpopular whey or pea protein, but vanilla protein powder is also a good choice.
Serve: 1 Smoothies,,,,, Calories: 415 KCAL,,,,, carbohydrate: 45.5 g,,,,, protein: 39 g,,,,, Fatty: 10.5 g,,,,, Saturated fat: 3 g,,,,, cholesterol: 15 mg,,,,, sodium: 198 mg,,,,, fiber: 9 g,,,,, sugar: 26 g
change
- Additional protein: Add Greek yogurt to boost protein.
- Green smoothie: Mix together a few spinaches of vitamins A, C and K.
- chocolate: Add cocoa powder or chocolate syrup.
- seed: Swap the flax for Chia, basil seeds or hemp seeds.
- Nut Butter: A spoonful of almonds or peanut butter makes it more protein and creamy.
- More fibers: Cauliflower rice mixed together. You don’t even know it’s there.
Storage
This strawberry banana smoothie is best enjoyed after making, but you can keep leftovers for up to 24 hours.
How to prepare smoothies
Prepare in advance to save your morning time.
- Put everything except ice and milk in a zipper lock bag
- In the morning, add frozen ingredients together with ice and milk to the mixer and mixture.
You can even prepare multiple bags at once, so you can prepare smoothies for the whole week.
More smoothie recipes you’ll love
Thoughts on more breakfast and brunch, plus these Five delicious smoothie recipesfor more inspiration!
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