Fresh Strawberry Banana Protein Smoothie Bowl with Granola
A quick and easy smoothie bowl blending fresh strawberries, banana, and protein powder topped with crunchy granola for a nourishing and satisfying breakfast.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 ripe medium banana (about 120g), peeled and sliced
- 1 scoop (about 30g) vanilla-flavored whey or plant-based protein powder
- ½ cup (120ml) unsweetened almond milk
- ¼ cup (60g) plain or vanilla Greek yogurt (optional)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- ½ cup (50g) crunchy low-sugar granola
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional)
- A few fresh mint or basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the fruit by washing and hulling the strawberries. Slice them into halves or quarters depending on size. Peel and slice the banana. Set aside about ¼ cup (35g) of strawberries for topping.
- In a high-speed blender, add the remaining strawberries, banana slices, protein powder, almond milk, and Greek yogurt if using. Blend on high until smooth and creamy, about 30-45 seconds, aiming for a thick but scoopable texture.
- Adjust the consistency by adding a splash more almond milk (1 tablespoon at a time) if too thick, or a few ice cubes or a small handful of oats if too thin. Blend briefly after adjustments.
- Taste the smoothie base and add 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup if additional sweetness is desired. Blend again quickly.
- Pour the smoothie mixture into serving bowls. Sprinkle the reserved fresh strawberries on top along with granola. Add chia or flaxseeds if desired. Garnish with fresh mint or basil leaves.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast between creamy base and crunchy toppings. If prepping ahead, store the smoothie base in the fridge separately and add granola just before serving.
Notes
Use frozen fruit or add ice cubes for a thicker, colder texture. Blend protein powder with a splash of liquid first to avoid clumps. Add granola just before serving to keep it crunchy. Use ripe banana for natural sweetness; add honey or maple syrup if needed. For dairy-free, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut or almond yogurt and use plant-based protein powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 12-14
- Calories: 350400
- Sugar: 2025
- Sodium: 100150
- Fat: 810
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 4550
- Fiber: 68
- Protein: 2025
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