Breakfast

Smoothie

Name: Smoothie
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup frozen mixed berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries); 0.75 cup plain Greek yogurt; 0.5 cup whole milk; 0.5 banana, sliced; 1 tablespoon honey; 0.25 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3–4 ice cubes (optional, for extra thickness)

A balanced, creamy smoothie made with frozen berries, yogurt, milk, and honey. Thick enough to eat with a spoon, smooth enough to drink through a straw.

363calper serving 21gprotein 61gcarbs 6gfat 5min prep 1serves

✓ Macros from a nutrition database · per serving · developed by The Delicious Kitchen with AI assistance, not independently kitchen-tested · how we calculate this

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Smoothie — common questions

Can I make smoothies ahead and refrigerate them?

Yes, for up to 24 hours in an airtight container; the separation you see is normal (liquid rises to the top). Shake or stir vigorously before drinking to recombine. The flavor stays fresh but texture changes slightly.

What if I don't have Greek yogurt?

Use 0.75 cup regular plain yogurt (it will be slightly thinner), or 0.5 cup regular yogurt plus 0.25 cup milk. Avoid flavored yogurt, which adds hidden sugar and masks the fruit flavor.

What's the most common mistake?

Using fresh fruit or too much liquid, which creates a thin drink that tastes watery. Frozen fruit is essential. Also, over-blending breaks down the texture; stop as soon as it's smooth.

Can I add protein powder or oats?

Yes; add 0.5 scoop (about 15 grams) of vanilla protein powder or 0.25 cup rolled oats along with the other ingredients. Blend an extra 15 seconds for oats so they break down completely.

Can I make this in a food processor or by hand?

A blender is essential; a food processor doesn't blend smoothly and will leave chunks. You cannot make a proper smoothie by hand—use a blender.

What other berries or fruits work?

Any frozen berries work (blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, or mixed); also frozen mango, peach, or pineapple. Avoid frozen apple or citrus, which blend grainy. Limit additions to one type of frozen fruit plus the banana for best texture.