One of My Favorite Easy Smoothie Recipes
With winter weather rolling in, my thoughts turn to tropical beaches and the warm sun kissing my skin. I remember fondly creating healthy, light summer fare in between catching the waves, lounging on the beach, and stargazing after the mosquitoes have gone to bed. This recipe I created is one of my favorite easy smoothie recipes of all time! Try it and let me know what you think.
I was literally obsessed with smoothies last summer. Usually two out of three meals were smoothies. As you can imagine, it was hard keeping enough ice in the freezer when everyone joined me in enjoying this fabulous, healthy meals. Out of necessity, I discovered my new favorite way of making smoothies. The trick is to freeze the fruit first.
Freezing the bananas and strawberries before using them gives your smoothie the consistency of ice cream. Ice dilutes the flavor and limits the amount of fruit you can fit in your blender. Just make sure to peel the bananas and cut off the strawberry stems before freezing them.
One of my smoothie experiments became one of my favorite easy smoothie recipes of all times, my go-to smoothie recipe for an energy boost.
Kiwi is full of vitamin C. When you are lacking vitamin C, you feel fatigued. In this smoothie, the tart kiwi balances the sweet flavor of the banana.
Although you might not think of bananas when you need fix of Vitamin C, not only do they contain this vitamin, but they are also a great source of potassium. A potassium deficiency can also leave you feeling fatigued and weak, according to Medical News Today. Bananas are a great base to any smoothie. They give the drink the essential “smooth” texture, especially if you freeze them first!
Strawberries are a vitamin powerhouse. They contain vitamin C, potassium, manganese and are heart-smart. Check out this strawberry salad from Web MD. In this smoothie, the strawberries add a light tropical sweetness.
When I think of tropical islands, mangos instantly spring to mind. This immune system booster contains double your Daily Value of vitamin C, as well as a healthy dose of vitamin A and potassium. Mangos add creaminess to this amazing tropical smoothie.
Although additional sweeteners are not necessary if the bananas were frozen after ripening, I like to add honey for its antioxidant properties and the way it enhances the other flavors. Just make sure to blend it with the non-frozen ingredients since cold honey doesn’t blend well.
Finally, add your favorite milk.
Here is how to make one of my favorite easy smoothie recipes:
The Best Tropical Energy Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 Frozen Ripe Banana
- 2 Large Frozen Strawberries
- 1 Peeled Kiwi
- 1/4 of a Mango
- 2 Tablespoons of Honey
- 1/4 Cup of Milk
Blend ingredients together and enjoy.
*If you want to make sure the honey blends well, blend the unfrozen ingredients first.
**You could also add vanilla extract for another layer of tropical flavor.
What’s your favorite easy smoothie recipes?