Try my delicious raspberry blueberry smoothie recipe that is so healthy and very low in calories. This smoothie can be ready to serve in just 5 minutes and only requires 5 main ingredients. It’s creamy, tangy, and packed with tons of antioxidants so let’s get this show on the road bay-bay!
This raspberry blueberry smoothie is made by adding equal amounts of blueberries and raspberries along with bananas, almond milk, and Greek yogurt.
Both raspberries and blueberries have a slightly tangy flavor but don’t worry, the banana and honey changes that.
Raspberry Blueberry Smoothie Benefits
Raspberries – are packed with vitamins A, B6, & C. They also contain a good amount of omega-3 fatty acids, manganese, fiber, calcium, and zinc.
Drinking raspberry smoothies can help improve eye, skin, and bone health. Plus helps with constipation and heart health.
Blueberries – are rich in fiber, vitamins C, & K, manganese, and potassium. They also contain over 13,000 antioxidants which makes this berry great for reducing oxidative stress and free radicals.
Bananas – contain vitamins B6 & C. They are also high in potassium, magnesium, manganese, and fiber. Adding bananas to your smoothies helps increase energy levels and improve muscle function. Bananas also contain some prebiotics making them excellent for gut health.
Greek yogurt – is high in protein and probiotics. It’s also a good source of calcium which makes it great for bone, muscle, and gut health.
Almond milk – contains vitamins A & E, plus trace amounts of vitamin D, and is rich in calcium. It’s also a great dairy-free milk option for those who are lactose intolerant.
Raspberry Blueberry Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients for 1 serving | Total time: 5 minutes
- 1/2 cup of raspberries (frozen)
- 1/2 cup of blueberries (frozen)
- 1/2 a medium banana
- 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup of unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon of raw honey (optional)
How To Make This Raspberry Blueberry Smoothie
Simply add all of your ingredients into a high-speed blender starting with liquids first and then solids. Pulse a few times and blend until very smooth.
Note: you will need to blend this smoothie a few minutes longer to break up the raspberry seeds.
Raspberry Blueberry Smoothie Nutrition Facts
Each serving of this smoothie contains | 143 calories | 2.4g total fat | 0.9g saturated fat | 3mg cholesterol | 54mg sodium | 27.1g total carbs | 6g dietary fiber | 15.3g total sugars | 6.8g protein | 1% vitamin D | 126mg calcium | 7% iron | 402mg potassium | These facts are based on a 2000-calorie diet.
Storage & Variations
It’s best to drink your smoothies immediately as soon as you make them. That way, you’ll get all the nutrients. However, you can store this smoothie overnight in the fridge.
Pour the smoothie into an air-tight container, close the lid, and pop it into the fridge. You can also freeze this smoothie in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
Variations
Blackberries, strawberries, avocados, chia seeds, flaxseeds, protein powder, peanut butter, and even nuts can be added to this to this smoothie. Your options are endless, simply play around with your favorite ingredients.
I would love to know what ingredients you add to yours in the comments below.
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Conclusion
I hope you try this healthy raspberry blueberry smoothie recipe. If you do, please let me know your thoughts in the comments below. You can also find me on Pinterest, Threads & Flipboard for more healthy recipes. Don’t forget to save my PIN, it really helps. Thanks a million.
