Strawberry Banana Smoothie

Name: Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup 2% milk; 1/3 cup strawberry yogurt; 1/3 cup frozen unsweetened strawberries; 1/2 medium firm banana, chopped; 4 ice cubes; 8 teaspoons sugar

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 5 min.

Yield 2 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

This refreshing strawberry banana smoothie makes for an easy breakfast, filling snack or healthy dessert.

Ingredients

1/2 cup 2% milk
1/3 cup strawberry yogurt
1/3 cup frozen unsweetened strawberries
1/2 medium firm banana, chopped
4 ice cubes
8 teaspoons sugar

Directions

In a blender, combine all of the ingredients; cover and process for 30-45 seconds or until smooth. Stir if necessary. Pour into 2 chilled glasses; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 171 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 52mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.

Frozen strawberries combine with banana to keep these frosty smoothies extra thick. The recipe is a delightful way to get a substantial dose of nutrients early in the day. —Christy Adkins, Martinez, Georgia

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