Indulge in this fruity smoothie made with strawberries, apples, and bananas – a nutrient-packed drink, for any time of the day!
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Strawberry Apple Banana Smoothie
Savor the sweetness of a strawberry apple banana smoothie! A delightful mix of fresh strawberries, crisp apple, and ripe banana for a delicious, nutritious treat.
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup frozen banana slices
- 1 small apple (cored and diced)
- 1/2 cup of frozen strawberries
- 1 tbsp of almond butter (or peanut butter)
- 1 tbsp of chia seeds
- 1 cup of almond milk (unsweetened)
Instructions
- Using a high-speed blender, add the diced apple, nut butter, and milk first, followed by the rest of the ingredients.
- Blend for 3-4 minutes, depending on the power of your blender. You want a creamy and smooth consistency.
- Pour the blended smoothie into your favorite cup and drink it!
Notes
*For recipe variations, smoothie benefits, and more, scroll down!
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 388
- Sugar: 26.5g
- Fat: 6.6g
- Carbohydrates: 40.3g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 5.6g
Apple Strawberry Banana Smoothie Benefits
This apple and strawberry smoothie with banana is made using fresh, natural ingredients.
Each ingredient contributes to vitamins, minerals, and more, making this smoothie super nutritious!
Here’s an overview of the benefits of this banana strawberry apple smoothie:
- Rich in Dietary Fiber: With ingredients like apples, bananas, and chia seeds, this smoothie is a great source of dietary fiber, which is beneficial for digestive health and can help maintain a feeling of fullness.
- Antioxidant-Rich: Strawberries and apples are packed with antioxidants, which help combat oxidative stress and may reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
- Heart Health Support: The almond butter and chia seeds contain healthy fats, such as monounsaturated and omega-3 fatty acids, which are known to support heart health.
- Energy Boosting: The natural sugars in fruits like bananas and apples provide a quick source of energy, making this smoothie a great option for a morning boost or a pre-workout snack.
- Muscle Health: Almond milk offers a plant-based source of protein, and when combined with the protein in almond butter, it can support muscle repair and growth.
- Vitamin and Mineral Rich: This smoothie is a good source of essential vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin C from strawberries, potassium from bananas, and calcium and Vitamin E from almond milk.
If you enjoy this smoothie as much as I do, you should also try my strawberry pineapple mango smoothie and my pineapple banana mango smoothie!
Optional Recipe Variations & Smoothie Notes:
There are multiple different variations of this recipe you could try, should you want to!
From making it higher in protein, to changing the flavor completely.
Here are some ideas:
- Apple Juice: If you don’t have fresh apples at home, but have apple juice, you can use apple juice instead of fresh apple and almond milk.
- Protein Boost: Add a scoop of unflavored and unsweetened protein powder for an extra 20g of protein. (I use brown rice powder which is vegan).
- Chocolate Flavored: Add a tablespoon of cocoa powder for a chocolatey twist.
- Vanilia: Add aromatic notes by incorporating 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Change The Berry: You can swap the strawberries for blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries.
Equipment:
| Blender Type | Suitability |
|---|---|
| Nutribullet 600 | ✓ |
| Vitamix Blender Propel 510 | ✓ |
| BlendJet 4000mAh | x |
| Ninja Blender BL610 | ✓ |
| Oster 6640 Blender | ✓ |
| Hamilton Beach 58148A Blender | ✓ |
| AMZChef Blender 1800 W | ✓ |
| Wamife Blender | ✓ |
The smoothie recipe didn’t work with BlendJet 4000mAh. It couldn’t break down the tough apple and frozen fruit as well as the other blenders.
If you do own a BlendJet 4000mAh though, instead of frozen fruit, you will need to use fresh fruit.
Dietary:
| Type Of Diet | Suitable |
|---|---|
| Vegan-Friendly | ✓ |
| Dairy-Free | ✓ |
| Gluten-Free | ✓ |
| Diabetic-Friendly | ✗ |
| Paleo-Friendly | ✓ |
| Keto-Friendly | ✗ |
| Raw Food-Friendly | ✗ |
The smoothie is suitable for plenty of diets.
If you are raw vegan though, you will need to use raw almond milk. Most store-bought almond milk are unfortunately processed.
Which is why I like to make my own almond milk at home.
Storage:
In The Fridge:
- Pour the smoothie into an airtight container or a mason jar with a lid.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Shake or stir well before consuming, as separation may occur.
In The Freezer:
- Pour the smoothie into an airtight container, leaving some space for expansion, or use a freezer-safe bag.
- Freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature for a few hours before enjoying. Shake or blend again if needed.