A berry-vanilla smoothie is a delicious and nutritious option for breakfast or a snack. Here’s a simple recipe to get you started:
### Ingredients:
– 1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen; strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
– 1 banana
– 1 cup vanilla yogurt (or a non-dairy alternative)
– 1/2 cup milk (or a non-dairy alternative)
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
– Ice cubes (optional, if using fresh berries)
### Instructions:
1. **Prepare Ingredients**: If using fresh berries, wash them thoroughly. Peel the banana and break it into chunks.
2. **Blend**: Add all the ingredients into a blender: mixed berries, banana, vanilla yogurt, milk, vanilla extract, and sweetener if desired. If you prefer a thicker smoothie, add a handful of ice cubes.
3. **Blend Until Smooth**: Blend on high until all the ingredients are well combined and the smoothie is smooth.
4. **Taste and Adjust**: Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or thickness as needed. Add more milk for a thinner consistency or more ice for a thicker texture.
5. **Serve**: Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy immediately.
### Tips:
– For an added nutritional boost, consider adding a tablespoon of chia seeds, flax seeds, or a scoop of protein powder.
– If you prefer a dairy-free option, use almond milk, coconut milk, or any other non-dairy milk, and a dairy-free yogurt alternative.
– You can also use frozen bananas to make the smoothie extra creamy and cold.
Enjoy your refreshing berry-vanilla smoothie!
