Cucumber smoothies are super refreshing, and as for banana smoothies, they are ultra creamy and sweet, so we decided to combine them both.
We made a delicious cucumber banana smoothie recipe which we want to share with you today.
Does Banana And Cucumber Go Together?
Can cucumber and banana be blended together? Cucumber and banana together may sound like a strange combination, but the truth is, they both work really well together.
And yes, they can absolutely be blended together.
Cucumbers are quite watery, so when you combine them with a fruit that contains more texture, such as a banana, the smoothie comes out a lot more harmonious and balanced.
Nobody likes a watery smoothie!
What Are The Benefits Of Cucumber And Banana Smoothie?
Cucumbers are incredibly hydrating, making them an excellent choice for adding a refreshing and hydrating element to your smoothies.
On the other hand, bananas not only supply your body with energy but also offer numerous other benefits.
Now, let’s delve a little bit deeper into the overall benefits of drinking a cucumber smoothie with banana:
- Energizing
- Hydrating
- Aids Digestion
- Flushes Out Toxins
- Aids Weight Loss
- Promotes Satiety
- Alleviates inflammation
- Boosts The Immune System
- Promotes A Healthier Skin
- May Regulate Blood Pressure
And these are just some of them!
Making a Cucumber And Banana Smoothie For Weight Loss
You will need the following ingredients:
- Frozen Banana
- Cucumber
- Chia Seeds
- Ice
- Lemon Juice
- Coconut Milk From a Carton
To make this refreshing cucumber banana and milk smoothie – add all of your ingredients to a blender, and blend until smooth, for about 2-3 minutes.
Optional Substitutions / Add-Ins To Consider:
Both bananas and cucumbers are really versatile ingredients. They can work really well with many other ingredients.
So, here are some optional substitutions:
- You can make an apple and cucumber smoothie by adding some sliced apples to your blender.
- Instead of chia seeds, you can substitute them for flaxseeds or oats.
- You can easily use any milk of choice, including dairy milk if you are not vegan.
Anyway!
We hope you like this creamy and easy cucumber banana lemon smoothie. Any thoughts, or things you have tried that work better, feel free to drop us a comment below. We are here to learn, just like you.
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Cucumber Banana Smoothie [Weight-Loss]
Equipment
- 1 Blender We used this one
Ingredients
- 1 cup/150g frozen bananas Pre-freeze the bananas beforehand.
- 1/4 large English cucumber sliced
- 200 ml low fat coconut milk unsweetened
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/2 lemon juiced
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients as described and add them all into a high-speed blender.
- Blitz until smooth. For about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour into a glass full of ice and enjoy!
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