Strawberry Banana & Honey Smoothie

It’s The Last Few Days of Strawberry Season Here in Ontario

Now is the perfect time for a Strawberry Banana & Honey Smoothie! It’s the last week of June and the last few days of strawberry season, but the raspberries are right around the corner and after them, the blueberries and peaches will be ready. By now the first of the season’s honey will be extracted by beekeepers who practice progressive honey harvesting, making this a great time to test out honey smoothies with fresh Ontario fruit, and fresh Ontario dairy.

Strawberry Banana & Honey Smoothie: Breakfast in a Glass

We are almost through the first month of summer in Ontario but it has already been a hot one, and where is the rain?? After the long, cold spring, I’m not complaining about the heat, but on hot sticky mornings, the last thing I want is to turn on an appliance and cook a hot breakfast. That’s where this smoothie comes in! My first honey harvest normally lands somewhere from mid to late June, right during strawberry season and I’m always up for a trip to my local dairy so this cold, refreshing smoothie full of local ingredients and produce is my go-to summer breakfast. The best part is that the fruit combination can be switched up to whatever is in season, letting you eat and enjoy local all summer long!

Tips For Crafting The Perfect Strawberry Banana & Honey Smoothie

Choose ripe, seasonal fruit:

The key to making a delicious smoothie is using ripe and flavorful fruit. In Ontario, there’s an abundance of seasonal fruit throughout the summer months, so take advantage of it! Choose fruits like strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and peaches that are at their peak of ripeness and sweetness.

Use a high-quality blender:

Investing in a high-quality blender can make a big difference in the texture and consistency of your smoothie. Look for a blender that has a powerful motor and can blend ice and frozen fruit easily.

Add a liquid base:

To help your smoothie blend smoothly, you’ll need to add a liquid base. Choose a liquid that complements the flavors of your fruit. For example, if you’re using strawberries and raspberries, try adding almond milk or coconut water.

Add natural sweeteners:

If your fruit isn’t quite sweet enough, you can add a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup. These will add sweetness without the refined sugars found in many store-bought smoothies.

Don’t forget the protein:

Don’t forget the protein: Adding protein to your smoothie can help keep you full and satisfied. Try adding a scoop of protein powder or a spoonful of nut butter to your smoothie.

Experiment with flavor combinations:

The beauty of smoothies is that you can customize them to your liking. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different fruit combinations and flavor profiles until you find your perfect smoothie.

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Strawberry Banana & Honey Smoothie

Searching for a quick, easy, and refreshing summer breakfast? Look no further than this fruit and honey smoothie, it will have you raising with the sun!

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, lunch, Snack

Servings 5 cups

Equipment

• 1 blender
• Serving Glasses

Ingredients

  

• 2 bananas, sliced
• 3 cups strawberries, hulled
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/2 cup milk, low-fat
• 1 cup vanilla yogurt, low-fat
• 1 cup ice cubes

Instructions

 

• Place the bananas, strawberries, honey, milk, yogurt, and ice cubes in a blender and puree until smooth.

Notes

you can play with the flavors by trying different kinds of honey or trying new fruit combinations. 

Keyword 6 ingredients, breakfast, smoothie

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