Banana Peach Smoothie
Blending a banana peach smoothie with ripe peaches, creamy banana, and a splash of orange juice is one of the easiest ways I create a quick and nourishing breakfast. The texture is thick and smooth, almost like a milkshake, with a natural sweetness from the fruit instead of added sugar. It is ready in just 5 minutes, making it ideal for busy mornings or for when I need an afternoon boost.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 64kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 peaches you can also use frozen peaches when summer is over
- 1 small to medium sized banana
- 6-8 frozen mango chunks about ⅓ cup
- ¼ cup lowfat, plain organic Greek yogurt
- ⅛ cup freshly squeezed or regular all-natural orange juice
- ⅛ cup water or unsweetened coconut water - use more than ⅛ cup for a thinner smoothie
Instructions
- Put all ingredients in a blender, blend until fully combined and smooth.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- My #1 Secret Tip for this banana peach smoothie recipe is to use frozen fruit instead of ice. If you like a thicker texture, freeze either the bananas or peaches for a creamy consistency without diluting the flavors. Be sure to lay sliced fruit in a flat layer when freezing to avoid unblendable chunks.
- Layer properly: I like placing my softer ingredients, like my liquids, yogurt, and fresh fruit, closest to the blades to help the blender run smoothly.
- Scrape down: Stopping the blender to scrape down the sides before continuing is the easiest way to get a smooth texture.
- Cut fruit: If your blender is on the weaker side, I recommend cutting the fruit into smaller pieces for a better chance and a smoother texture.
- Use fresh orange juice: I always prefer using freshly squeezed orange juice, as commercial brands have a very distinct artificial flavor which could overpower the other fruit flavors in this smoothie.
Nutrition
Calories: 64kcal | Carbohydrates: 14.9g | Protein: 2.2g | Fat: 0.6g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 222mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g