How to Make a Smoothie

How to make a smoothie recipe at home in a blender.

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5 (4 votes)

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Author: Jen Hansard

Prep Time3

Blend2

Total Time5

Learn how to make a smoothie at home in just 5 minutes using simple ingredients that deliver both great flavor and solid nutrition. This step-by-step guide walks beginners through a core formula for the best taste and nourishment.

Equipment

high-speed blender

Ingredients

1 banana
1 cup almond milk
1 cup mixed berries frozen
¼ cup cauliflower florets frozen
2 tbsp chia seeds

Instructions

Add ingredients to blender in order above.
Blend on high speed until smooth.
Pour into a glass and enjoy!

Notes

If blender isn't creating a vortex when blending on high, add an extra splash of liquid to pull the ingredients toward the blade.

Nutrition

Serving: 16oz, Calories: 342kcal, Carbohydrates: 58g, Protein: 8g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.03g, Sodium: 339mg, Potassium: 679mg, Fiber: 17g, Sugar: 28g, Vitamin A: 160IU, Vitamin C: 27mg, Calcium: 475mg, Iron: 3mg