Strawberry-Banana Protein Smoothie

Greek yogurt and nut butter boost protein, and ground flaxseed adds omega-3s in this fresh fruit smoothie recipe. Use ice cubes if you like a frosty smoothie or opt for water if you don’t want it so cold.

Prep/Cook Time: 10 Minutes, Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 cup hulled strawberries, fresh or frozen
• ½ medium banana
• ½ cup diced mango, fresh or frozen
• ½ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon natural nut butter, such as cashew or almond
• 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed (flaxmeal)
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 ice cubes or ½ cup water

Directions

1. Combine strawberries, banana, mango, yogurt, nut butter, flaxmeal, vanilla and ice cubes (or water) in a blender. Puree until smooth.

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