How to Make a Banana Orange Smoothie (4 Ingredient Recipe)
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Learn how to make a banana orange smoothie with this easy and delicious recipe full of essential nutrients using only 4 simple ingredients.
There’s something incredibly satisfying and cozy about starting your day with a refreshing smoothie.
It’s a quick, delicious, and nutritious way to fuel your body with essential vitamins and energy.
In this blog post, I’m sharing one of my favorite smoothie recipes that combines the tropical flavor of bananas with the tangy zest of oranges.
This drink reminds me of the days when you would go to the mall and, after a busy day of shopping, you’d head to Orange Julius for one of their orange creamsicle smoothies.
Do you remember those days?!
This homemade smoothie captures that nostalgic, creamy delight but with a healthier twist, perfect for kicking off your morning or rejuvenating you in the afternoon.
Let’s take a look at how you can enjoy a delicious smoothie in less than 5 minutes with simple ingredients found at the grocery store!
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Banana Orange Smoothie Ingredients
Before we get blending, here are the ingredients you’ll need to make this delicious smoothie:
Ingredient Note: Feel free to squeeze your own fresh orange juice for your smoothie. Large oranges yield about 1/4 cup of juice, so you’ll need about 2 oranges to get the right amount of juice.
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Orange Banana Smoothie Recipe
Making this banana orange smoothie is as easy as 1-2-3!
Follow these simple steps, and you’ll have a delicious, nutritious drink in minutes.
Prepare the Ingredients
Make sure your banana is pre-sliced and frozen. This is essential for achieving that creamy, thick texture.
Handy Tip: Prepare Ahead!
I like to slice up a week’s worth of bananas on my grocery shopping day so that I don’t have to worry about freezing bananas during the week. Slice each banana, add to a snack sized baggie, and store in the freezer. This method ensures you have perfectly portioned bananas ready for smoothies throughout the week, making your morning routine easier.
Measure out the orange juice, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract.
Blend the Ingredients Together
In a high speed blender combine together the orange juice, frozen banana slices, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
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Serve & Enjoy
Pour your smoothie into a glass and enjoy!
Tips
- Make sure to use frozen banana slices to create a thick and creamy smoothie texture without ice.
- You can adjust the thickness of the smoothie by adding more or less orange juice, depending on what you prefer.
- Use vanilla Greek yogurt instead of plain for added vanilla flavor.
- Add a drizzle of natural honey for extra sweetness.
- Include a handful of ice cubes when blending the ingredients together to create a frothier texture.
- Sprinkle chia seeds, flax seeds, hemp seeds, or garnish with fresh fruit slices for added texture and nutritional value.
Can I use fresh bananas instead of frozen?
Yes, you can use fresh bananas. However, the texture will be smoother and less creamy compared to using frozen bananas.
You could add a few ice cubes to achieve a similar texture.
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What type of orange should I use to make this smoothie?
You can use any type of orange for this smoothie, all varieties will provide a delicious and refreshing flavor.
Whether you prefer navel, Valencia, blood oranges, or Cara Cara oranges each type will work perfectly and add its unique orange flavor to your smoothie.
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Banana Orange Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Orange Juice no pulp
- 1 Sliced, Frozen Banana
- 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
- 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Blend all of the ingredients together, adding ice as necessary to reach a frothy consistency you enjoy.
Notes
- Make sure to use frozen banana slices to create a thick and creamy smoothie texture without ice.
- You can adjust the thickness of the smoothie by adding more or less orange juice, depending on what you prefer.
- Use vanilla Greek yogurt instead of plain for added vanilla flavor.
- Add a drizzle of natural honey for extra sweetness.
- Include a handful of ice cubes when blending the ingredients together to create a frothier texture.
- Sprinkle chia seeds, flax seeds, hemp seeds, or garnish with fresh fruit slices for added texture and nutritional value.
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Hi Fina, You could eliminate the vanilla extract altogether if using vanilla greek yogurt, or keep the recipe as is for more of a vanilla flavor.
If using vanilla greek yogurt would I use the same amount of vanilla extract or would I use less vanilla extract and how much?
Coconut milk could be a good substitute. The smoothie might not be as thick with the coconut milk, however you could add ice cubes to help make it a little thicker.
Any ideas for a substitute of the Yogurt? I can’t eat any type of yogurt any more.
One of my favorite smoothies to start the day! The combination of oranges, bananas, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract is delicious!!!