In recent year, Bryan and I have been trying to live a bit healthier. At least, we are changing little by little. As we are growing older, we realize our bodies weren’t like before any more. It is time to focus on our health. Going to the gym, eating more greens and eating less.
Breakfast is said to be the most important meal of the day. But with our busy lives, it is hard to pull out a full breakfast every day. Greek yogurt is a great fast option. We also find smoothie can be very filling, take no-time to toss together, and easy to eat on-the-go. We have found a few recipes we like, and we just rotate them every day.
One of my favorites is this strawberry banana one. We use unsweetened soy milk. Our stomach can’t really take milk in the morning. We are not fan of almond flavor. Soy milk sounds like the next logical choice, especially I drank it growing up. Banana is smoothie’s best friend. It brings creaminess and natural sweetness, but always use ripe banana. A few frozen strawberries is more than enough. They can be tasted but not overwhelming other flavors. With a little bit of sweet honey, the smoothie is ready! Love it!
Now, I am just missing a nice blender. Hmm… How about a Vitamix for Christmas? 😀
Strawberry Banana Smoothie
2 servings
Ingredients:
– 3 large frozen unsweetened strawberries
– 3 ice cubes
– 1 large ripe banana
– 1 – 2 tablespoon honey
– 1¼ cup unsweetened soy milk
Directions:
- In a blender, add frozen strawberries, ice cubes, banana, 1 tablespoon honey and soy milk. Blend until smooth. Taste and add more honey if needed. Transfer to cups and serve immediately.
Tips:
- Frozen strawberries help to thicken up the smoothie. But if you prefer fresh ones, you can use them too.
- When buying frozen strawberries, check the ingredient list and make sure no extra sweetener was added.
- Other than strawberries, you can switch it up with other frozen berries.
- This portion will keep you full for 3 hours. Double the recipe if needed.
Liz @ Floating Kitchen says
September 4, 2014 at 12:11 pmI can never have enough smoothies! Love these classic flavors!
Lokness says
September 5, 2014 at 12:15 pmThank you Liz! Strawberry and banana are truly classic! Who doesn’t love those flavors, right?
Oana @Through Oana's Lens says
September 4, 2014 at 7:30 pmThere is nothing better than a smoothie in the morning! I love this combination too. Would love to see more of them 🙂 I am always looking for new ideas for a healthy breakfast. Hope Santa brings it to you :)!!
Lokness says
September 12, 2014 at 12:54 pmI agree! Smoothie is so easy and stuffing. Thank you, Oana. I am keeping my fingers crossed!
Bonnie Eng says
September 4, 2014 at 10:57 pmYou’re amazing Lokness! You make a simple smoothie recipe look so classy and delicious! I so want a Vitamix!! 🙂
Lokness says
September 12, 2014 at 12:55 pmThat is so sweet of you, Bonnie! Heehee…. Don’t we all want a Vitamix? But why are they so expensive?
Kelly says
September 5, 2014 at 4:09 amLove a good smoothie and this strawberry banana one looks delicious! What a great way to start off the morning 🙂
Lokness says
September 12, 2014 at 12:55 pmSo true! Healthy and quick. Gotta explore more other smoothie recipes!
Monica says
September 7, 2014 at 4:15 amLooks great! I haven’t gotten on the smoothie routine yet (I’m still hooked on my mock mocha fraps) but this is tempting me. I have a very basic blender and only had it less than 2 years. A Vitamix sounds awesome, if only it wasn’t so crazy expensive! : )
Lokness says
September 12, 2014 at 1:00 pmOOO, mocha fraps sounds GOOD! I found your recipe and I am going to make it next week! Love trying something new! Yea…. Vitamix is so pricey! It is hard to understand, but I want one…. 🙁
Luci {Luci's Morsels} says
September 9, 2014 at 10:44 amI love a straightforward and simple smoothie recipe like this! Fingers crossed for a new Vitamix for you!
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Lokness says
September 12, 2014 at 1:07 pmThank you very much, Luci! Hopefully Santa will hear my wishes. 🙂 By the way, your blog is amazing! Love the recipes.
Maggie says
September 10, 2014 at 6:20 amI totally agree with you about healthy eating, which is the thing I’m trying to do now. Smoothie is a great idea for breakfast and after a work out for me. Love the idea to use soy milk in this recipe, sounds very delicious 🙂
Lokness says
September 12, 2014 at 1:11 pmSoy milk is hearty and healthy. Great for smoothie. Hope you will like this smoothie! And stay healthy together. 😉
Liz B @ UMAMI LIFE says
September 18, 2014 at 8:05 pmYerm! I’m also a fan of morning smoothies but haven’t done the strawberry banana classic in a while. Also, I recently invested in a Ninja blender for $100 and it makes my frozen fruit silky-smooth! Don’t feel pressured to go all-out on the vitamix!
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Lokness says
September 23, 2014 at 8:51 amI have heard some good things about Ninja blender! Maybe I really should think about that. Thanks, Liz! 🙂
Julia @ Sprinkled With Jules says
September 21, 2014 at 8:33 pmYum, I love a good smoothie! Strawberry and banana is my go-to flavor. I’ve been trying to eat healthier too, it’s hard! I bet it would be easier with a fancy new blender though! 😉
Lokness says
September 23, 2014 at 9:01 amHaha, so true! When there is something new and nice, I tend to use it more. But yea, eating healthy is definitely my goal. Keep up with the good work! We can do it! 🙂