Apple Banana Smoothie Recipe

With simple fruits you may already have in your kitchen, our apple banana smoothie recipe makes a nutritious drink that’s ready in just minutes.

Is Our Apple Banana Smoothie Healthy?

As it combines two nutrient-powerhouse fruits in a drink, our apple banana smoothie is healthy.

1. Benefits of Apples

Apples are an excellent source of phytonutrients such as polyphenols. While the majority of plant chemicals are concentrated in the peel, you can retain a significant proportion while blending apples for homemade smoothies.

Polyphenols have been shown to protect cells from oxidative stress and inflammation. The result being, they may slow the growth of some malignancies and cardiovascular illnesses and increase immunity.

These fruits are also rich in fiber. 100 grams of red apples provides 2 g of fiber, and a single-serving of our smoothie contains up to 13% of your daily recommended fiber consumption.

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2. Benefits of Bananas

To begin with, bananas provide digestive, cardiovascular, and weight-loss benefits in this smoothie. One medium banana provides nearly 10% of the daily value (DV) of potassium.

Potassium is a mineral and electrolyte that is required for life. Increased dietary potassium has been shown to lower blood pressure and help minimize the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Banana is also a good source of several other vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin B6, and vitamin C. This popular fruit may have great health benefits when consumed regularly as part of a healthy diet.

Main Ingredients

• Apple

The best apples for your green smoothie are red apples like Fuji or Gala. They will lend a nice, sweet flavor as well as a slight tang to your drink.

If you have green apples on hand, you can certainly use one of those too. But be aware that you may need to add more honey to balance out the tanginess.

• Banana

Bananas are a smoothie staple. They lend a thickened texture and sweet taste to any beverage, making it feel more substantial.

Bananas give sweetness to this smoothie, which helps temper the tanginess of the apple.

• Dairy

Dairy products are a wonderful way to give this smoothie a creamy texture.

Yogurt is a dreamy component for enhancing any smoothie. Adding it helps guarantee your smoothie will come out creamy and smooth, while still retaining the fruits’ vibrancy.

Milk is our favorite go-to for adding fluidity to a beverage. However, use it cautiously, pour in a little bit at a time to avoid a slurry texture that is too thin.

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• Honey

Besides the nutty aroma and pleasant sweetness, honey adds essential nutrients, such as calcium, copper, iron, and magnesium to your already healthy apple banana smoothie. You can reduce or increase the amount of honey in our recipe based on the ripeness of the bananas you use.

• Cinnamon

Cinnamon comes with its own health-promoting properties, and imparts a delightful warm note to the smoothie, especially when paired with the classic flavors of apple and banana. The result is a truly delectable beverage that’s also filled with beneficial nutrients.

• Ice

Ice is an excellent way to achieve a thicker smoothie and adds extra refreshment on a hot day. If you go with frozen fruits, omit this ingredient.

How to Tell if an Apple Is Bad

Apples, like other fruits and vegetables, have a limited shelf life. While not a foolproof test, your senses are usually the most trustworthy indicators of whether your apples have gone bad or not.

When purchasing apples in a bag, check their appearance. It’s advised to make sure that they are free of mold and insect-caused holes. A healthy apple also should not be mushy or dripping with juice.

Additionally, inspect your apples for black circular lesions and sunken, light to dark brown lesions. Apples often get bumped in the transportation process and this can form a bruise which will get progressively mushier over time and lead to rot. As the rot proceeds, the spots can spread rapidly and eventually cover the entire fruit.

Apples can last for more than a week if kept in the refrigerator. If stored on the countertop, they can stay fresh for up to seven days.

And hey, if this smoothie alone isn’t enough to satiate your craving, don’t hesitate to check out a few of our other smoothie recipes. We love bananas quite a lot, so we’ve made a ton of drinks featuring this delicious fruit. Kiwi Banana Smoothie, Avocado Banana Smoothie, and Chocolate Banana Smoothie are some top favorites that are undeniably enjoyable and easy to make.

How Long Does It Last?

Smoothies should always be consumed on the same day they are prepared. They’re more flavorful and the color is more vibrant right out of the blender.

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Smoothie leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2–3 days. Though some separation may occur after the first day, this is completely normal. Simply whisk the smoothie and serve!

For longer storage, freeze your fresh fruits and veggies in different batches and blend one batch at a time when you want a glass of smoothie.

Cut fruits and vegetables can be frozen for an extended period of time. But we recommend always checking for mold if you’re unsure about their quality.

Apple Banana Smoothie Recipe

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Our apple banana smoothie recipe is simple: add all the ingredients into a blender and blend until you have a pleasantly rich and delicious drink.

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• prep TIME 10 mins
• total TIME 10 mins

• COURSE Drinks, Smoothie
• CUISINE Global
• SERVINGS
  4

  servings
• CALORIES 182 kcal

INGREDIENTS

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• 10 oz red apple
• 14 oz bananas
• 2 cups ice
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tbsp honey
• 8 mint leaves

INSTRUCTIONS

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1

Put 2 cups of ice and 14 oz bananas into a blender. Add 10 oz red apple, 1 cup milk, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, and 1/2 tbsp honey to the blender.

2

Blend in 30 seconds until smooth and creamy.

3

Pour into serving glasses.

4

Garnish with 8 mint leaves and serve immediately.

NUTRITION

Nutrition Facts

Apple Banana Smoothie Recipe

Amount Per Serving (1 serving)

Calories 182Calories from Fat 27

% Daily Value*

Fat 3g

5%

Saturated Fat 2g

13%

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 1g

Cholesterol 10mg

3%

Sodium 41mg

2%

Potassium 565mg

16%

Carbohydrate 39g

13%

Fiber 5g

21%

Sugar 26g

29%

Protein 4g

8%

Vitamin A 286IU

6%

Vitamin C 13mg

16%

Calcium 94mg

9%

Iron 1mg

6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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