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.