Fruit Smoothies
The Fruit Smoothies recipe from Cooking Matters blends a variety of fresh or frozen fruits with yogurt or milk for a quick, healthy, and customizable drink. This smoothie is a refreshing, nutrient-packed option for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
- 1 Banana Medium
- ½ cup Ice Cubes
- 1 cup Yogurt Low-fat, plain
- ½ cup Orange Juice
- 4 Strawberries Frozen
- ½ teaspoon Cinnamon Optional
Equipment
- Blender
Instructions
- Peel banana. Place in blender.
- Add remaining ingredients to the blender. If using cinnamon, add now.
- Cover and blend until smooth.
Notes
- Use any fresh or frozen fruit, such as peaches, blueberries, raspberries, or mangoes. Use fruits in season when you can.
- For a creamier smoothie, use nonfat, soy, or 1% milk instead of orange juice.
- Freeze slices of fruits that are about to go bad. Use these in your smoothies.
- If smoothie is too thick, add water or ice. If smoothie is too thin, add more fruit.
- If you don’t have a blender, use a fork to mash the fruit. Whisk in the other ingredients. Serve over ice.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Fruit Smoothies
Amount per Serving
Calories
163
Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
3
g
19
%
Cholesterol
16
mg
5
%
Sodium
61
mg
3
%
Potassium
562
mg
16
%
Carbohydrates
27
g
9
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
19
g
21
%
Protein
5
g
10
%
Vitamin A
286
IU
6
%
Vitamin C
51
mg
62
%
Calcium
164
mg
16
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Banana, Frozen Fruit, Orange Juice, Smoothie, Strawberry