Blueberry Banana Smoothie Recipe (with Video)

Prep Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

5 mins

Servings:

2

For a fresh, healthy start to the day or a refreshing pick-me-up, try this blueberry banana smoothie. Get out your blender because this smoothie couldn't be easier or quicker to make. It has just three ingredients—nonfat plain yogurt, ripe bananas, and frozen blueberries. Two of those ingredients are superfoods, and the other one is packed with protein and healthy probiotics. Don't have frozen blueberries on hand? Feel free to swap the same amount of another type of frozen berry or fruit. And be sure to use a ripe banana for added sweetness.

Our recipe yields two smoothies, so you can make sure you and your partner start the day well or your kids have a healthy after-school snack.

Tips for Smooth Smoothie Making

When making a smoothie, it's important to combine ingredients in the correct order. If you don't, frozen fruit and ice can get caught in the blender's blades.

Start by adding yogurt or the base liquid (dairy or non-dairy milk, water, or juice) to the blender. Next, add smaller ingredients such as diced fruit or blueberries, and finish by adding larger pieces of fruit like whole strawberries. If your smoothie recipe includes ice, add the cubes last. Adding the ingredients in this order makes for smoother blending and less likelihood of your blender clogging.

Directions

Combine ingredients in blender:

In a blender, combine banana, blueberries, and yogurt.

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Blend:

Blend on high speed until smooth.

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Serve:

Pour into two glasses; serve immediately.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are bananas and blueberries good together?

Yes, bananas and blueberries are wonderful together. They are a combination we use often. In addition to using them together for one of our favorite smoothies, we enjoy them in muffins, fruit kebabs, popsicles, and on top of oatmeal.
What is the best liquid to put in smoothies?

The best liquid to put in a smoothie is a matter of personal choice—and there are a lot of options. Popular liquids for a smoothie include milk, non-dairy milk, Greek yogurt, regular yogurt, kefir, coconut milk, coconut water, juice, herbal tea, and water. When choosing a liquid for your smoothie, consider the flavor and how it might complement the other ingredients in the smoothie, also think about the thickness or thinness of the liquid. For example, if you’re using all frozen fruit in the smoothie, a thinner liquid would be better than a thicker one.
What other fruits work with blueberries for a smoothie?

We find that pretty much any fruit that works well in a smoothie goes with blueberries. Other types of berries are an obvious choice. Blueberries also work well with cherries, pineapple, mango, and avocado.