Ingredients
– 1 ripe banana
– 1 cup strawberries, hulled
– 1 cup mango, diced
– 1 cup plain or Greek yogurt
– 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (optional)
– ½ cup almond milk (or any milk of choice)
– 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional for added texture)
– Ice cubes (optional, for a chilled smoothie)
Instructions
Creating the Three Layered Smoothie is simple and straightforward. Follow these easy steps to make your delicious drink:
1. Prepare the Ingredients: Slice the banana, hull the strawberries, and dice the mango.
2. Make Banana Layer:
– In a blender, combine the ripe banana, half of the yogurt, and ¼ cup almond milk.
– Blend until smooth, adding ice if desired. Pour the mixture into the bottom of your serving cup.
3. Create Strawberry Layer:
– Rinse the blender, then add the hulled strawberries, the remaining yogurt, and ¼ cup almond milk.
– Blend until smooth. Carefully pour this layer on top of the banana layer in the serving cup.
4. Prepare Mango Layer:
– Again, rinse the blender, then blend the diced mango with the remaining almond milk until smooth.
– Pour the mango layer gently on top of the strawberry layer, ensuring that the layers don’t mix.
5. Add Toppings: If desired, sprinkle chia seeds on top for added texture.
6. Serve Immediately: Garnish with a slice of fruit or mint leaves for an extra touch before serving.
Following these instructions will lead you to a beautifully layered and nutritious smoothie experience!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Total Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 10g