Minty Strawberry
Delicious and refreshing smoothie with banana, strawberries and mint to start the day with energy!
Equipment
- blender
Ingredients
- 1 banana
- 1 cup strawberries frozen, about 8
- 4 mint leaves
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Wash mint and cut peeled banana in half.
- Add all the ingredients to a blender.
- Start the blender on low, then increase speed until smooth.
- Adjust with more liquid or ingredients if needed.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy promptly.
- Rinse blender with water. Then add about 1-2 inches of water back into blender with very little dish soap, blend on high for easy cleaning.
Notes
Health Benefits
Bananas - rich in potassium, essential for heart health and blood pressure regulation. They provide quick energy from natural sugars, contain dietary fiber for digestion, and offer essential vitamins like vitamin C and vitamin B6.
Strawberries - offer high levels of vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber. These elements contribute to immune system support, reduced inflammation, and improved digestion. Also promotes heart health by lowering blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
Nutrition
Calories: 154kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 16mgPotassium: 666mgFiber: 6gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 263IUVitamin C: 96mgCalcium: 46mgIron: 1mg
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