Banana Berry Smoothie Recipe

Wash and hull berries

Rinse the strawberries and blueberries under cold water. Hull the strawberries (remove green tops) and pat all berries dry with a paper towel or clean kitchen towel.

Prep banana

Peel the ripe banana and break or slice it into large chunks so it blends evenly.

Add the banana chunks, strawberries, blueberries, whole milk, and Greek yogurt to a blender in that order (so softer ingredients sit near the blade).

If using, add honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. The honey adds sweetness, vanilla brightens flavor, and lemon keeps the fruit flavors vibrant.

Add ice cubes if you want a thicker, colder smoothie. For a thinner smoothie, omit ice or use less.

Secure the blender lid and blend on medium-high for 45–60 seconds, or until the mixture is completely smooth and no large fruit pieces remain. Pause and scrape down the sides with a spatula if needed, then blend again for 10–15 seconds.

Check the consistency and sweetness. If it's too thick, add 2–4 tablespoons (30–60 ml) more milk and blend briefly. If not sweet enough, add an additional 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup and blend 5–10 seconds more.

Pour the smoothie into two glasses (or one large glass).

Garnish with banana slices, a whole strawberry on the rim, and a mint leaf if using.

Serve immediately with a straw.