This banana smoothie combines ripe bananas, milk, and fresh mint for a creamy drink with a cool herbal finish. The bananas provide sweetness and body, while ice makes the smoothie cold and refreshing. A little optional lemon juice adds a tart contrast to the banana.
Use dairy milk or your preferred plant-based milk, keeping in mind that each changes the flavor and richness. Taste before adding honey or maple syrup, especially when using very ripe bananas or sweetened milk. Start with the listed mint leaves and adjust to your preference. Blend until smooth, divide between two glasses, and serve immediately.
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Banana Smoothie with Fresh Mint Leaves
Banana smoothie with fresh mint leaves. A refreshing and creamy drink made with simple ingredients and natural sweetness.
Ingredients
Equipment
blender Ninja
Cooking Instructions
- Peel the bananas and break them into pieces.
- Add bananas to a blender.
- Pour in the milk.
- Add fresh mint leaves.
- Add honey or maple syrup if desired.
- Add the ice cubes and the lemon juice, if using
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Pour into serving glasses.
- Garnish with a mint leaf and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Notes
• Use ripe bananas for more sweetness and a smoother texture. Taste the blended smoothie before deciding whether it needs honey or maple syrup.
• Wash the mint leaves and remove tough stems before blending. Mint strength varies, so taste before adding more.
• Frozen banana pieces can make the smoothie thicker. Reduce or omit the ice if using frozen bananas, and add a little milk if needed to help the blender run.
• Unsweetened milk gives you more control over sweetness. Flavored or sweetened plant-based milk will change the finished taste.
• Start with the listed lemon juice if using it, then taste before adding more so it does not overpower the banana and mint.
• Serve immediately for the best texture. If the smoothie separates while standing, stir it before drinking.