This quick and easy four-ingredient refreshing Blueberry Smoothie is loaded with nutrition from fruit and probiotics from Greek yogurt. It takes less than 5 minutes to make in a blender or food processor. Enjoy this tasty treat anytime you need a quick meal or a little pick-me-up.
How do you make a Blueberry Smoothie?
Smoothies are on my list of super quick and easy breakfasts and snacks. Simply add the ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Pour into glasses or cups and if desired, garnish with fresh fruit or mint.
Are blueberry smoothies healthy?
With fruit, Greek yogurt, and milk, how can you go wrong? Greek Yogurt provides an excellent source of calcium and probiotics for a healthy gut and good bacteria balance. With 1/2 cup of blueberries per serving, these smoothies are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Milk provides nutrients like calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D.
Blueberry Smoothie Variations
- Liquid – apple juice, grape juice, almond milk, oat milk, cashew milk, or coconut milk
- Fruit – blackberries, raspberries, strawberries, pineapple, mango, or peach.
- More Protein – flax seeds, oats, protein powder, peanut butter, chia seeds, or almond butter.
- Go Green – spinach, kale, chard, or collard greens.
How to thicken up a smoothie
Maybe you got a little carried away with the liquid, and you added more than you wanted to. Your smoothie is a little thin, and you want to thicken it up. Try oats, protein powder, frozen fruits or vegetables, and for an extra creamy texture, nut butters like peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, or ice.
Recipe tips
- Freeze bananas with their jackets on.
- Instead of buying a whole bag of frozen blueberries, wash fresh blueberries, shake as much water out of them as possible and place them in a freezer-safe bowl in the freezer for about 1-2 hours.
- I find this smoothie naturally sweet from the frozen berries and banana but if desired, add just 1-2 tablespoons of maple syrup or honey.
- Any dairy or non-dairy milk works with this smoothie.
- Any yogurt will work with this recipe. I prefer plain unsweetened Greek yogurt for its nutritional value. Try different flavors like vanilla or blueberry.
- Smoothies are always best consumed as soon as they are made while they are still frosty and refreshing. If you must save some, place it in an airtight container in the freezer and reblend before enjoying.
More blueberry recipes to try
Blueberry Smoothie
A delicious Blueberry Smoothie recipe made quick and easy with just four ingredients. Enjoy this taste treat for breakfast or as an afternoon snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: breakfast
- Method: blender
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk (any kind)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 large frozen banana cut into chunks
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- Dash of nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Add the ingredients to a blender or food processor and mix until smooth.
- Pour into glasses or cups and if desired, garnish with fresh fruit or mint.
Notes
- Freeze bananas with their jackets on.
- Instead of buying a whole bag of frozen blueberries, wash fresh blueberries, shake as much water out of them as possible and place them in a freezer-safe bowl in the freezer for about 1-2 hours.
- Any dairy or non-dairy milk works with this smoothie.
- Any yogurt will work with this recipe. I prefer unsweetened Greek yogurt for its nutritional value.
- Smoothies are always best consumed as soon as they are made while they are still frosty and refreshing. If you must save some, place it in an airtight container in the freezer and reblend before enjoying.
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