This Berry Banana Smoothie is bursting with bright, juicy flavor and wholesome ingredients. It’s the kind of feel‑good breakfast or snack that comes together in minutes and keeps you energized, and it’s easy to prep ahead so your mornings stay effortless.
I love to have a rotation of smoothies that I can make when I want something refreshing. Two favorites are my Pineapple Mango Smoothie and my Green Smoothies with Apples.
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Why this Banana Berry Smoothie Recipe is a Keeper
It’s a quick and easy breakfast or snack. It’s totally customizable and it’s a good source of nutrition.
- The “Milkshake” Effect: By using Greek yogurt and a banana base, it satisfies cravings for a thick treat while being 100% healthy.
- 5-Minute Fuel: It’s one of the fastest meals you can make on a busy morning without sacrificing quality.
- Immune Support: Packed with antioxidants from the “triple threat” (strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries) and Vitamin C from the orange juice base.
How Do I Make it Thicker Without Adding More Calories?
Adding ice when you make smoothies help to thicken it without adding more calories. However, frozen bananas work really well for thickening.
What Reader’s Are Saying…
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“This is so delicious and my new favorite way to start the day.”
~ Wendy
Ingredient Notes for Berry Banana Smoothie
This recipe uses easy, fresh ingredients that pack a punch of flavor.
Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
- Greek Yogurt: The recipe calls for strawberry Greek yogurt, but you could also use vanilla yogurt or regular yogurt. Flavored yogurt will also help sweeten better than using plain yogurt. Plus, it helps the creamy texture.
- Fruit: Feel free to use fresh or frozen fruit. I prefer to use frozen berries.
- Juice: Orange juice bring extra flavor to your favorite smoothies.
Substitutions for Strawberry Blueberry Banana Smoothie
Easily change the flavor of this smooth and creamy berries and bananas smoothie recipe by including other fruit and veggies, or adding other mix-ins.
- The Green Machine: Toss in a handful of baby spinach or kale. The dark pigment of the berries will mask the green color, making it a “stealth” vegetable win for picky eaters.
- The Protein Powerhouse: Add a scoop of vanilla protein powder or a tablespoon of almond butter to boost the nutrition.
- Tropical Twist: Replace one of the berry types with frozen mango or pineapple for a brighter, tarter profile.
- No Banana: If you don’t like bananas, or don’t have any, you can add extra berries in it’s place.
Special Equipment Needed for Smoothies
Sometimes a recipe can be made much more efficiently when using the right piece of kitchen equipment.
- High-Speed Blender: A Vitamix or Ninja is ideal for pulverizing raspberry seeds, but any standard blender works if you pulse the ice first.
- Smoothie Bags: Silicone or plastic freezer bags for pre-portioning.
How to Make Triple Berry Smoothies
This recipe comes together in 1 quick and easy step. It is perfect for a hot summer day. This banana and berry smoothie is so good, it become your favorite smoothie.
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- Blend the Smoothie: Crush the ice cubes in the blender first. Then, add the banana slices, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, orange juice, Greek yogurt and other add-ins. Blend until smooth and enjoy immediately.
Prep Ahead Suggestions for Delicious Smoothies
It is great to have a kit prepared and all the ingredients are ready to prepare your smoothie
- Smoothie Kits: Place your berries, banana slices, and dry add-ins (like hemp seeds) into individual bags and freeze. In the morning, just dump the bag into the blender and add your liquid.
How to Store and Use Leftovers
- Storing: It’s better to enjoy as soon as you make this smoothie, but you can store any leftovers in the freezer in a covered container.
- Using Leftovers: Pour leftover smoothie into a bowl, add granola, fresh berries, coconut, or chia. Instant post-workout snack.
- Smoothie Pops or Sorbet: Freeze in molds or small containers for a refreshing snack.
- Smoothie Ice Cubes for Future Blends: Blend cubes with milk, yogurt, or juice for a thicker, colder smoothie with no extra prep.
- Berry Oatmeal Swirl: Stir leftover smoothie into warm oatmeal or overnight oats for a fruity boost.
- Yogurt Parfait Layer: Layer leftover smoothie with yogurt and granola for a quick grab‑and‑go snack.
- Chia Pudding Base: Mix leftover smoothie with chia seeds and refrigerate for a few hours. It thickens into a berry chia pudding.
Common Questions About My Delicious Smoothie
Yep! Be sure to crush the ice first before using frozen fruit if you don’t use a high-powered blender.
Make this unsweetened smoothie sweeter by adding a little maple syrup, agave syrup or honey.
Yes. Make a smoothie non-dairy by swapping the Greek yogurt for coconut milk yogurt or avocado, and use any milk such as, almond or oat milk instead of juice. Make plant-based too.
Tips for Making Greek Yogurt Strawberry Smoothie
- Order Matters: Always put your liquid in first. This creates a vortex that pulls the frozen solids down toward the blades, preventing “air pockets” that stop the blending.
- The Banana Trick: Use “ugly” bananas (the ones with brown spots). Ripe bananas have a higher sugar content and provide a natural sweetness that balances tart berries perfectly.
- Tame the Seeds: If you hate the grit of raspberry or blackberry seeds, blend the fruit and liquid first, strain through a fine-mesh sieve, then return the liquid to the blender to add the yogurt and banana.
- Balance the Acid: If your berries are particularly tart, add a tiny pinch of salt or a teaspoon of agave nectar to “pop” the fruit flavors.
- Serve With: Serve with Instant Pot Egg Bites, Granola Banana Bites or Old Fashioned Blueberry Muffins.
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Berry And Banana Smoothie
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Ingredients
- 4 Ice cubes
- 1 Banana, peeled
- 1 cup Strawberries
- 1 cup Blueberries
- 1 cup Raspberries
- ½ cup Orange juice
- ¾ cup Strawberry Greek yogurt, fat free
- ½ teaspoon Agave nectar , or honey
- 1 Tablespoon Ground flax seed, optional
- 1 Tablespoon Wheat germ, optional
Instructions
- In a blender, crush ice cubes.
- Add remaining ingredients and puree until smooth.
- Serve immediately
Christina’s Notes
- Add Protein: Make it healthier by adding protein to this smoothie.
- Ice: For a thicker smoothie add ice to make it.
- Variation tip: Bananas or other fruit can be added.
- Seeds: Chia seeds, hemp seeds or flax seed can all be added to the smoothie to add more nutrients.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
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This is so delicious and my new favorite way to start the day.
I love this mixed berry smoothie. So delicious and refreshing.
This tasted so amazing! Thanks a lot for sharing this super easy to make triple berry smoothie recipe! Fam really loves it! Will surely have this again! Highly recommended!
Absolutely delicious! I did add some spinach and parsley. What a delicious and refreshing smoothie. Thank you!