This easy, 6-ingredient blueberry banana smoothie recipe is brimming with sweet, creamy goodness that naturally supports heart health while keeping calories low. All you need is frozen fruit, yogurt, honey, and ice to make this Low Sodium Breakfast Smoothie in 10 minutes. It makes a quick, satisfying breakfast or a light, nutritious snack. Looking for more heatlhy smoothie inspiration? Try these 10 low calorie smoothie recipes.
This simple, 6-ingredient smoothie provides an excellent foundation for a heart-healthy and low-calorie diet, delivering key nutrients from blueberries and bananas while remaining low in sodium and saturated fat. It’s a great way to boost antioxidant intake first thing in the morning and can be easily customized with fiber or protein additions to enhance satiety.
Yes, as a replacement for high-fat or high-sugar options, this smoothie can be part of a balanced daily diet. To ensure a full range of nutrients, vary your additions with protein and fiber, and use different fruits across the week.
Absolutely. You can easily make this smoothie vegan and dairy-free by replacing the skim milk with almond or oat milk and swapping the vanilla yogurt for an equal amount of frozen banana or a plant-based yogurt alternative.
The easiest ways to boost the protein content are by adding 1–2 tablespoons of your favorite unflavored protein powder or by swapping the fat-free vanilla yogurt for plain, high-protein Greek yogurt.
These delicious smoothies are quick to make and great for a busy morning meal, or for a post-workout recovery.
These easy, tasty breakfast options can be made ahead of time for a quick grab-and-go breakfast that’s delicious and convenient.
To turn this smoothie into a full, balanced meal, pair it with an element that adds complex carbohydrates or healthy fats:
Recipe yields 1 servings
Cut banana into small pieces and place in blender.
Add the milk, yogurt and honey. Blend on lowest speed until smooth, about 5 seconds.
Gradually add blueberries while continuing to blend on low.
When blueberries have been incorporated, add ice. Increase speed, and blend to desired consistency.
Getting the perfect texture is key to a great smoothie. To prevent the frozen fruit from locking up your blender, always add your liquids (milk, yogurt, honey) first and blend until smooth. Gradually add the frozen ingredients (blueberries, then ice) last while the blender is running to ensure even mixing and achieve your desired level of thickness. If your blender struggles, stop and use a tamper, or add 1 tablespoon of extra liquid at a time, but avoid over-blending, which can cause the smoothie to warm up.
Smoothies are best enjoyed immediately after blending for the freshest taste and optimal nutrient content. Serve immediately in a chilled glass. If you must store it, pour the smoothie into an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 hours, but note that the texture and color may degrade.
For an easy make-ahead method, combine the banana, blueberries, and any dry additions (like chia or flaxseed) in a freezer-safe bag. When ready, simply dump the bag into the blender and add the wet ingredients and ice.
Skim milk is used to keep the calories and fat low, but you can swap it for unsweetened almond milk, oat milk, or water if needed for a vegan or dairy-free alternative.
If you are seeking a thicker, higher-protein smoothie, use Greek yogurt instead of fat-free vanilla yogurt. For a dairy-free option, use a plant-based yogurt or simply swap the yogurt for an extra 1/2 banana to keep the creaminess.
To avoid added sugar, you can omit the honey entirely, or use a natural sweetener like a few drops of pure maple syrup or a small date (remember dates will add fiber and calories).
Add a handful of fresh spinach or kale. You won't taste the greens, but you'll significantly increase the fiber and vitamin K content.
A pinch of cinnamon or a tiny dash of vanilla extract can enhance the sweetness and complexity of the fruit flavors.
Blend in 1 tablespoon of chia seeds or ground flaxseed. These are excellent sources of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, which helps you feel full longer.