Strawberry Banana Coconut Smoothie (Printable Version)
A creamy tropical blend of strawberries, banana, and coconut perfect for quick mornings.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fruits
01 - 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled
02 - 1 medium ripe banana, peeled
→ Liquids
03 - 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat or light, canned or carton)
04 - 1/4 cup coconut water (optional, for thinner consistency)
→ Add-Ins
05 - 1/2 cup plain or coconut yogurt (dairy or plant-based)
06 - 1 tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut
07 - 1-2 teaspoons honey, maple syrup, or agave (optional, to taste)
→ Ice
08 - 1/2 cup ice cubes (about 6-8 cubes)
# How to Make It:
01 - Place the hulled strawberries, peeled banana, coconut milk, coconut water if using, yogurt, shredded coconut, and preferred sweetener if desired into a blender jar.
02 - Add the ice cubes to the blender on top of the fruit and liquid mixture.
03 - Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides of the blender once or twice if needed.
04 - Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more honey, maple syrup, or agave as desired. For a thinner consistency, blend in additional coconut water.
05 - Pour the smoothie into two glasses. Garnish with extra shredded coconut or sliced strawberries if desired, and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It tastes like a vacation in a glass, no passport required.
- Five minutes is all you need, which means extra sleep and still eating well.
02 -
- Frozen strawberries make a dramatically thicker smoothie than fresh ones, so choose accordingly based on the texture you want.
- Always put liquids into the blender first so the blades spin freely and everything blends faster.
03 -
- If using canned coconut milk, shake the can vigorously before opening so the cream and water are fully combined.
- A pinch of salt enhances the sweetness of the fruit more than extra sugar ever will.