Smoothie-5 Recipe

Inspired by City Farmhouse Kitchen & Bar

Time10m

Serves1

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Ingredients

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Smoothie Base

1 each ripe banana (about 1 medium)

1 cups frozen mixed berries

1 cups plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt)

1 cups milk (dairy or plant-based)

1 tbs honey or maple syrup

Boosters & Texture

2 tbs rolled oats

1 tsp Ground flaxseed

1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder (optional for chocolate note)

4 each ice cubes

Garnish (optional)

1 each fresh mint leaf

2 each sliced berry or banana

Method

Smoothie Base

Prepare fruit

Peel the banana and break it into chunks. If using large berries, halve them. Measure out 1 cup frozen mixed berries.

Add to blender

Place banana chunks, frozen mixed berries, and 1 cup Greek yogurt into the blender jar.

Add liquid and sweetener

Pour in 1 cup milk and add 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup. This balances thickness and sweetness.

Boosters & Texture

Add dry boosters

Add 2 tablespoons rolled oats and 1 teaspoon ground flaxseed to the blender for fiber and creaminess. If you want a chocolate hint, add 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder.

Ice for chill and texture

Add 4 ice cubes to the blender to chill and slightly dilute the smoothie for a refreshing texture.

Blend

Secure the lid and blend on medium-high for 45–60 seconds, or until smooth and homogenous. Stop and scrape down the sides once with a spatula if needed, then blend another 10–15 seconds. If mixture is too thick, add up to 1/4 cup more milk and blend briefly; if too thin, add a few more ice cubes or 1/4 cup frozen berries and re-blend.

Garnish & Serve

Pour the smoothie into a 16-ounce glass. Garnish with a fresh mint leaf and a couple of sliced berries or banana on top if desired. Serve immediately.