Whether you want to kick-start your day, fire a workout, pack a meal into a single nutrient-dense drink, or simply enjoy a delicious treat, this 100% organic banana smoothie recipe has your jam.
If you’re anything like me and enjoy the rich creamy taste of banana, then you’ll love this delicious banana smoothie recipe.
What makes it one of the healthiest smoothie recipes ever is that it’s plant-based.
It’s also gluten-free, sugar-free, probiotic, and organic.
And with all this onboard:
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin E
- Vitamin K
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin B6
- Potassium
- Calcium
- Magnesium
- Manganese
- Phytochemicals
- Antioxidants
- Pectin
- Folate
- Biotin
- Copper
- Iron
- Catechins
Banana Smoothie Recipe
This banana smoothie recipe is nutrient-dense.
It’s packed with protein and tons of fiber.
It supports heart-health, gut-health, eye-health, your skin.
And it’s loaded with antioxidants.
Here’s a summary of the ingredients (full recipe is below):
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Filtered ice.
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Plant milk.
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Vegan yogurt.
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Frozen banana.
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Raw stevia.
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Vanilla, almond extract.
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Scoop of loaded organic vegan protein powder.
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Natural salt.
Notes on Kitchenware
If you haven’t invested yet in high-quality non-toxic kitchenware, it’s well worth it. Properly cared for it lasts a long time and supports health.
You can also recycle glass jars and non-toxic containers from products you already buy and use them as food storage containers—which helps the environment and your wallet.
Look for conscientious packaging (BPA & phthalate free, etc.) that you can reuse.
Healthy Banana Smoothie
Bananas are super healthy.
And when it comes to potassium, they’re a win.
According to this report:
Among all fruits, bananas are one of best sources of potassium, with about 450 milligrams (mg) per banana. Healthy adults not on certain medications should aim for 4,700 mg of potassium daily, although few Americans meet this goal. A high potassium intake may help reduce high blood pressure and has also been linked to a lower risk of stroke and possibly heart disease.
Notes
- On the recipe card I note that Now Better Stevia Organic Extract Powder is the only brand that’s potent enough at the given measurement. You may need to increase the quantity of stevia to achieve the same sweetness with a different brand. You can also use xylitol or another sweetener.
- It’s important that the banana is frozen.
- All the ingredients in this banana smoothie recipe are customizable.
Banana Smoothie Recipe & Nootropics
Nootropics are a go-to in smoothie recipes.
Such as these . . .
Smoothie Ideas
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Spirulina.
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Chlorella.
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Matcha green tea.
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Mushrooms.
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Turmeric (curcumin) with black pepper co-factor.
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Beetroot powder.
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Vitamins and minerals.
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Vegan protein powder.
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Targeted plant blends.
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Seaweeds and plankton.
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Seeds such as chia, hemp, flax, acai (best ground up in liquid and a good source of protein, omegas, and other nutrients).
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Nootropics/blends you prefer.
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Sprouts & microgreens (powerhouses).
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Nuts and nut butters
If you don’t add nootropics and boosters to smoothies and smoothie bowls, you’re missing out.
Smoothies are a perfect base.
But watch your brands.
According to this report:
Earlier this year, a nonprofit group called the Clean Label Project released a report about toxins in protein powders. Researchers screened 134 products for 130 types of toxins and found that many protein powders contained heavy metals (lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury), bisphenol-A (BPA, which is used to make plastic), pesticides, or other contaminants with links to cancer and other health conditions. Some toxins were present in significant quantities. For example, one protein powder contained 25 times the allowed limit of BPA.
Banana Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients
- 11/4 cups filtered ice.
- 1/1/3 cups organic plant milk. I use unsweetened.
- 1/3 cup organic vegan yogurt or kefir.
- 1 3/4 cups frozen organic banana.
- 1/1/2 teaspoons raw organic stevia.
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, almond, or your favorite extract.
- 1/4 teaspoon Celtic or pink salt.
Instructions
- Add the ingredients in the following order:
- Ice.
- Plant milk.
- Yogurt.
- Frozen fruit.
- Extract.
- Stevia and salt.
- Nootropics (powders, blends).
- Blend until smooth or to desired consistency.
Notes
- I’ve found that Now Better Stevia Organic Extract Powder is the only brand that’s potent enough at the above quantity. If you use another brand you’ll need to add a lot more stevia to equal the same sweetness.
- You can adjust the quantities of ingredients in this banana smoothie recipe to your own taste regarding thickness and texture, and ditto for sweetness.
- It’s important that the banana is frozen.
- Most ingredients in this recipe are customizable.
Nutrition
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