Banana Strawberry Smoothie

Jul 2, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A refreshing smoothie combining frozen banana and strawberries with milk and a touch of salt for balance. It blends into a creamy, fruity drink perfect for one serving.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
1.0 cup (150.0 g)frozen strawberries
1.0 medium (118.0 g)frozen banana
½ cup (120.0 g)ice cubes
pinch of fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add the milk and vanilla extract to a high-speed blender first.
Add the frozen strawberries and frozen banana.
Add the ice cubes and fine sea salt.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds until completely smooth.
Check the consistency. Add 1–2 tablespoons (15–30 ml) additional milk if too thick, or a few extra ice cubes or frozen fruit pieces if too thin. Blend briefly to combine.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use frozen banana and strawberries for a creamy texture and cold drink; substitute almond or oat milk as desired.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make banana strawberry smoothie?

Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make banana strawberry smoothie ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours and shake or re-blend before drinking.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.

A refreshing smoothie combining frozen banana and strawberries with milk and a touch of salt for balance. It blends into a creamy, fruity drink perfect for one serving.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

272 Calories / serving

6.9g Fat

47.9g Carbs

8.3g Protein

31.2g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~272 cal · 7g fat · 48g carbs · 8g protein · 31g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 272 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 51 min·3.0 mi·~5950 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 37 min·1.9 mi·~3700 steps
Moderate cycling 28 min·5.6 mi
Swimming laps 38 min
Jogging 27 min·2.3 mi·~4300 steps
Stair climbing 25 min·~2250 steps
Dancing 44 min
Bodyweight circuit training 28 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 63 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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