Strawberry Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

This Strawberry Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie is like a PB&J in a glass.  It's full of strawberries, bananas, and natural peanut butter.  Add chia seeds for a nutritional boost.  Simple, healthy, and nutrient-dense with only five ingredients. {gluten free, whole30, paleo, vegan, dairy free}

Smoothies are one of my favorite easy breakfasts to whip up on the go.  Some of our favorites are my Watermelon Peach Smoothie, Blood Orange Mango and Turmeric Smoothie and my Cherry Cheesecake Smoothie Bowl.  

The best way to kick off your morning is with a delicious and nutritious smoothie. This strawberry peanut butter banana smoothie recipe is a great way to start the day. It's packed with protein, healthy fats, and vitamins to get you through your morning. The recipe is even vegan and gluten-free, so everyone can enjoy it.

The strawberry and banana combo is a classic but when we add in a healthy tablespoon or two of nut butter we add protein and healthy fats.  I love using natural nut butters that contain only nuts with no added sugar.  The protein helps make it more of a balanced meal that can help us to stay full and no added refined sugar. Yes!

To give this breakfast smoothie more POWER I added chia seeds.  These nutrition powerhouses are full of nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and antioxidants.  You can barely taste them and most likely no one in your family will even notice they are there! 

Strawberry Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie Ingredients

1. frozen strawberries - I prefer to buy the frozen organic berries and they are way cheaper than fresh.
2. banana -  Use a ripe banana for extra sweetness. You can also use frozen bananas but then you would need to use fresh strawberries.
3. natural peanut butter - I prefer natural nut butters that only contain nuts.  
4. chia seeds - The superfood of this smoothie and loaded with nutrients.
5. almond milk - You can substitute cow's milk, coconut milk, or oat milk.

Instructions

Easiest meal ever!!

1. Add all wholesome ingredients into the blender and blitz. 
2. You can add more or less almond milk to get your desired consistency.
3. You might have to use the tamper to push down some of those frozen goodies to get them mixed in. 
4. Prep time = less than five minutes!

Smoothie Substitutions and Variations

Smoothies are great because you can add whatever you have on hand.

• No Strawberries?  Add any type of fresh berries you have like blackberries, blueberries or raspberries
• No Peanut Butter? Use almond, cashew, sunflower, or pecan butter.
• No Almond Milk?  Use coconut, oat, or cow's milk.
• No Chia Seeds? Leave them out or add flaxseeds instead.
• If you prefer your smoothie thicker add more ice, thinner add more liquid.

Want to Add More Nutrition to Your Smoothie?

• add 1 tablespoon flaxseeds for some omega-3 fatty acids
• add extra chia seeds for more fiber
• add some frozen spinach for extra vitamins (color will change)
• add 1 tablespoon hemp seeds for extra protein

More Smoothie Recipes

• Raspberry Smoothie Bowl 
• Pumpkin Smoothie
• Matcha Smoothie
• Cauliflower Smoothies
• Pomegranate Smoothie

I think your whole family is going to love this smoothie!  Be sure to let me know if you try it and rate and comment below! 

Cheers to your health.  

Strawberry Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie

This super easy and healthy breakfast will make your day. It's packed with berries, banana and peanut butter for protein!

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Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

Keyword: strawberry banana smoothie

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Servings: 2

Calories: 244kcal

Equipment

• 1 blender

Ingredients

• 1 cup frozen strawberries
• 1 banana
• 3 tablespoon natural peanut butter or other nut butter
• 1 teaspoon chia seeds
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or other milk

Instructions

• Put all ingredients into a blender and blitz until desired consistency is reached. Add more or less almond milk to get desired consistency.
• Garnish with fresh fruit, chia seeds or mint.

Notes

You can use any nut butters in here. I. recommend natural ones that contain only nuts.

Any type of milk will work or you could try coconut water.  

Nutrition

Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 274mg | Potassium: 477mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 38IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 184mg | Iron: 1mg

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