Orange Banana Smoothie Ina Garten

Refresh and energize your mornings with this velvety Orange Banana Smoothie, inspired by Ina Garten's simple yet elegant approach to recipes. Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh orange juice and a ripe banana, this nutritious blend is elevated by the creamy richness of Greek yogurt and a hint of honey and vanilla extract for a balanced and flavorful finish. A handful of ice cubes creates a frothy, chilled texture that’s irresistibly refreshing. Ready in just five minutes, this smoothie is perfect for a quick breakfast or mid-day snack and makes two generous servings. Garnish with an orange slice or banana wheel for a delightful presentation. This wholesome smoothie brings together classic, wholesome ingredients for a delicious boost of energy—perfect for smoothie lovers and Ina Garten fans alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups fresh orange juice
• 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
• 1 large ripe banana
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 5 pieces ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

Peel and slice the ripe banana into smaller chunks for easy blending.

Step 2

In a blender, combine the fresh orange juice, Greek yogurt, banana chunks, honey, and vanilla extract.

Step 3

Add the ice cubes to the blender for a chilled and frothy texture.

Step 4

Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy. Stop to scrape down the sides of the blender if necessary.

Step 5

Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding a little more honey if desired.

Step 6

Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with an orange slice or banana wheel for presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	921.1 grams (921.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	526

Total Fat 2.80g	4%
Saturated Fat 0.80g	4%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 8mg	3%
Sodium 82mg	4%
Total Carbohydrate 95.50g	35%
Dietary Fiber 4.70g	17%
Total Sugars 72.10g
Protein 20.60g	41%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 218mg	17%
Iron 1mg	5%
Potassium 1423mg	30%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 5.1%

Protein: 16.8%

Carbs: 78.0%