Meals Matter

Grab and Go Banana-Blueberry Smoothie

Contributed By: Michella
Nancy Berkoff

Blueberries are good sources of potassium, vitamin C and fiber. Blueberries also contain anthrocyanins, a compound that is thought to desrease symptoms of macular degeneration, which is a disease of the eye.

Ingredients

2 Ripe bananas, sliced

1/2 cup Vanilla soy or rice milk

1/2 cup Fresh or thawed frozen blueberries

1 tb Apple juice concentrate

Preparation

Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

Place in a freezer for 15 minutes before drinking.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Ingredients: Beverages
Actual Cooking Time: No Cooking Required
Number of Servings: 2
Origin: American
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Nutrition Content: Low Fat
Low Sodium
Meal Type: Breakfast & Brunch
Snack

Nutrient Information

Calories: 199
Total Fat: 2 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 47 g
Protein: 3 g
Vitamin A: 120 IU
Vitamin C: 11 mg
Calcium: 17 mg
Sodium: 32 mg
Iron: 1 mg
Fiber: 4 g