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Creamy Smoothie Without Banana

Berry smoothie

Creamy Smoothie Without Banana

All the creaminess, none of the banana: avocado and Greek yogurt make this berry smoothie thick and silky.

Prep
5 min
Total
5 min
Serves
1
Calories
265

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Banana is the default “creamy” ingredient, but plenty of people can’t stand the taste. A quarter of an avocado does the same job with no flavor of its own, and Greek yogurt adds tang and protein.

Ingredients

1 serving

You’ll need: Blender

Method

  1. Add the almond milk, yogurt and avocado to the blender.

  2. Add the berries and honey.

  3. Blend on high for 45-60 seconds until silky.

Tips

  • Other banana swaps: frozen mango, ½ cup frozen cauliflower rice, ¼ cup oats or 2 tablespoons chia seeds.

  • Freeze leftover avocado in quarters for next time.

Nutrition per serving, approximate

Calories
265
Protein
14g
Carbs
37g
Sugar
26g
Fiber
7g
Fat
8g

Estimated from standard USDA values for the ingredients listed; brands vary.

Variations

  • Mango no-banana: Use 1 cup frozen mango instead of berries.

Nutrition at a glance

One serving has about 265 calories, 14 g protein, 7 g fiber and 26 g sugar, including any optional sweetener. Pair it with eggs, toast or a handful of nuts if it’s your whole breakfast. Values are estimates from USDA data for the exact amounts listed; swapping milks or yogurts changes them: try our smoothie calorie calculator to check your version.

Make it ahead

Pack the solid ingredients (fruit, greens, seeds, oats) into a freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. In the morning, tip the bag into the blender, add the liquid and yogurt, and blend. A blended smoothie keeps in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours; shake before drinking. More on smoothie freezer packs.

Frequently asked questions

What can replace banana in a smoothie?

Avocado, Greek yogurt, frozen mango, frozen cauliflower, oats, chia seeds or silken tofu all add creaminess.

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Gear for this recipe

NutriBullet Pro 900

★★★★★★★★★★ 4.4 · Best for one smoothie at a time, blended right in the cup you drink from

Blend, twist on a lid and go. The 900-watt motor handles frozen fruit and spinach well, and personal cups mean almost no cleanup. The go-to personal blender.

Type
Personal
Power
900 W
Capacity
32 oz cup
Warranty
1 year
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Ninja Professional BL610

★★★★★★★★★★ 4.3 · Best for frozen-fruit smoothies on a budget

A huge pitcher and stacked blades that crush ice and frozen fruit easily for under $100. It’s less smooth with leafy greens and seeds than a Vitamix, but unbeatable value for fruit smoothies.

Type
Full-size
Power
1,000 W
Capacity
72 oz
Warranty
1 year
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