Strawberry Banana Smoothie

Updated: July 17, 2025 • Reading time ≈ 24 min (enriched version: smart cupboard, interactive nutrition & micro-quiz).

Why make a homemade banana strawberry smoothie?

Nothing beats the instant pleasure of a tall, fresh glass of banana and strawberry smoothie for breakfast or a snack. Made at home, it combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, the tangy freshness of strawberries, and a silky texture that everyone loves. This fruity combo provides satiating fiber, plenty of potassium, and a wave of bright red antioxidants. Even better: you know exactly what you're pouring into your blender. Forget about syrups, additives, and hidden sugars! You adjust the milk (animal or plant-based), measure out the honey to your liking, and even add chia seeds if you feel like it. Made with French fruit from a short banana supply chain and our Cléry strawberries picked that morning , your glass also becomes a gesture for the planet: less transport, more flavor. And if you want to shine in society, slip in that according to the Neary QVT blog , the banana tree is not even a tree but a gigantic herb! An anecdote that always has its effect.

Ingredients and creative ideas

Base for two tall glasses—all available at Neary's or your local market. Choose sweet tiger bananas and fragrant strawberries: the magic happens when the fruit is ripe.

Quick substitutions : yogurt → skyr or silken tofu; milk → oat milk; honey → maple syrup; ice cubes → frozen fruit for a granita effect.

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Step-by-step preparation

1. 🧊 Chill the fruit : if possible, place bananas and strawberries in the freezer fifteen minutes before starting, the smoothie will be ultra fresh.
   
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2. 🔪 Prepare the ingredients : hull the strawberries, cut the bananas into slices.
3. 🥤 Fill the blender : pour in milk, yogurt, honey, pieces of fruit and then the ice cubes.
4. ⚡ Mix : start at medium power then increase the speed until the texture is velvety.
5. 🌬️ Enjoy without delay : squeeze two large glasses and enjoy.

Gourmet variations

Tropical : Add a slice of pineapple and a dusting of shredded coconut for an island flavor.
Protein : Replace the yogurt with skyr and add a spoonful of peanut butter.
Green vegetable : slip in a handful of fresh spinach; the color changes, the fruity taste remains.

Conservation and batch cooking

The smoothie is best blended, but you can keep it chilled for half a day in a full insulated bottle to limit oxidation. Always reshake it before drinking. To get ahead of the week, freeze pre-cut fruit "packs": one banana-strawberry bag per day, ready to be blended with milk and yogurt.

Ideas for quick serving

• Drizzle it with homemade strawberry coulis for a quick dessert.
• Pour into molds and freeze for four hours: you get fruity ice creams.
• Turn it into a smoothie bowl: add granola, chia seeds, and melon balls.
• Mix it with oatmeal for a pre-workout shake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips to avoid failures

• Choose tiger bananas: more natural sugar, less need for sweetener.
• Pour the liquid into the blender first: the blade grips better.
• Start at low speed and then increase it to a smooth texture without bubbles.
• Clean the blender immediately: a quick rinse of hot water, a few drops of dish soap, and it's done.

Smart budgeting and useful resources

By purchasing seasonal fruit in our baskets, a glass costs around one euro, three times less than a barista smoothie. Anti-waste tip: Freeze overripe bananas in chunks; they'll replace ice cubes while adding texture.

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