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    Healthy Banana Walnut Smoothie

    Published: Apr 29, 2020 · Modified: Jan 22, 2021 by Rosa · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you.

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    Loaded with nutrients, flavour and luscious creaminess, this banana walnut smoothie has got it all! It’s refreshing, wholesome, nutty, and completely satisfying! It makes a perfectly nutritious breakfast, or a great pick me up snack when you need an energy boost.

    Cup with white smoothie inside and banana and walnuts in background.

    This recipe was originally published in June 2019. It has been updated for content and photos.

    Who loves a good smoothie in the morning?

    Such a great way to kick start the day and sneak in tons of nutrients in a quick and delicious way.

    This banana walnut smoothie is a simple one, but an absolute delicious one too! Just like my strawberry pineapple smoothie this one starts with a delicious, ripe banana.

    If you’re allergic or just don’t like bananas, check out my ‘no banana’ smoothie instead.

    glass filled with white beverage sitting on marble counter

    Is it healthy?

    Absolutely.

    This smoothie is naturally sweetened, using only ripe banana to deliver all the sweetness needed.

    But if you have a sweet tooth, you can always up the sweetness level with a little maple syrup or pitted dates.

    Plus, the walnuts add tons of nutrients, like protein, antioxidants and healthy fats.

    The added bonus here is this smoothie is dairy free, using almond milk, cashew milk, oat milk, or any milk you have on hand, making it vegan friendly too!

    banana walnut smoothie in glass cup with walnuts and banana scattered around

    How to make it

    (This is a summary with step by step photos, full recipe measurements and instructions are in the recipe card below.)

    Start by gathering your ingredients.

    If you don’t have frozen banana on hand, grab your ripest ones, peel and slice and freeze for 30-60 minutes first.

    Whenever I find myself tons of overly ripe bananas, I peel them and freeze in an airtight container to use later. They really come in handy for smoothies such as this one, or even some decadent chocolate chip banana bread. YUM!

    bowl of milk, bowl of frozen bananas, bowl of walnuts and cup of cinnamon on kitchen counter

    Then add all the ingredients into your high speed blender (I use a Vitamix) and process until smooth and creamy.

    blender with milk, banana, walnuts and cinnamon to make smoothie

    Enjoy your banana walnut smoothie as part of a healthy breakfast, snack, or dessert!

    glass filled with banana smoothie with nuts and bananas on counter beside glass

    Expert tips to make it just right

    • Don’t sub for fresh banana unless absolutely necessary. Frozen banana really works best.
    • If you don’t have frozen bananas, you may peel and slice fresh ones and freeze for 30-60 minutes. Make sure to slice them first to help them freeze faster.
    • To use fresh bananas, if you really don’t have the time to freeze them, add a handful of ice cubes to the smoothie for similar results.
    • Make sure your bananas are VERY ripe. The sweetness is all coming from your bananas here, so the riper the better. Choose bananas that have spotted brown skins before freezing.
    • For a sweeter smoothie, you may add a teaspoon of pure maple syrup or 2-3 pitted dates.
    • If you don’t have walnuts, you may sub for almonds, hazelnuts, or pecans.
    • For best results, use a high speed blender, but if you don’t have one, soak your walnuts for about 10-15 minutes or so in fresh water and then drain. This will make it easier for your blender to process them, without leaving any grittiness behind.

    If you tried this recipe, please let me know about it in the comments below. I always love hearing from you! Don’t forget to Subscribe to This Healthy Kitchen to be among the first to get my new recipes! You can also FOLLOW ME on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and Twitter to see more delicious food and get all the latest updates.

    Buon appetito,
    Rosa

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    Cup with white smoothie inside and banana and walnuts in background.

    Healthy Banana Walnut Smoothie

    This protein packed banana walnut smoothie is the perfect way to start your morning, or give you that much needed afternoon boost!
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: Not Specified
    Servings: 2 Servings
    Calories: 268kcal

    Equipment

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    Vitamix Blender

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
    • ⅓ cup walnuts
    • 2 frozen bananas
    • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
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    Instructions

    • Add all the ingredients to your blender and process until smooth. Enjoy!

    Notes

    Don’t sub for fresh banana unless absolutely necessary. Frozen banana really works best.
    If you don’t have frozen bananas, you may peel and slice fresh ones and freeze for 30-60 minutes. Make sure to slice them first to help them freeze faster.
    To use fresh bananas, if you really don’t have the time to freeze them, add a handful of ice cubes to the smoothie as well to get similar results.
    Make sure your bananas are VERY ripe. The sweetness is all coming from your bananas here, so the riper the better. Choose bananas that have spotted brown skins before freezing.
    For a sweeter smoothie, you may add a teaspoon of pure maple syrup or 2-3 pitted dates.
    If you don’t have walnuts, you may sub for almonds, hazelnuts, or pecans.
    For best results, use a high speed blender, but if you don’t have one, soak your walnuts for about 10-15 minutes or so in fresh water and then drain. This will make it easier for your blender to process them, without leaving any grittiness behind.
    Makes approx 3.5 cups.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 327mg | Potassium: 508mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 76IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 325mg | Iron: 1mg
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    *Nutritional information is an estimate, calculated using online tools and does not include optional ingredients unless otherwise indicated.
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    1. Anam

      February 08, 2021 at 8:37 pm

      5 stars
      Excellent recipe!

      Reply
      • Rosa

        February 09, 2021 at 9:06 am

        Thanks Anam!

        Reply
    2. Sandy

      August 02, 2020 at 1:29 am

      I tried it yesterday it was very nutritious every body want it over and over more recipes please

      Reply
      • Rosa

        August 02, 2020 at 9:38 am

        Thanks for sharing Sandy, glad everyone enjoyed.

        Reply
    3. Alex

      May 05, 2020 at 4:12 am

      5 stars
      We are huge smoothie fans in our house – and this went down a treat!

      Reply
      • Rosa

        May 05, 2020 at 9:59 am

        Thrilled you enjoyed, thanks for your feedback!

        Reply
    4. Zoe

      July 11, 2019 at 6:37 pm

      5 stars
      We love making smoothies in my house and this banana nut smoothie has become one of my family’s favourites now! Thanks for another great recipe!

      Reply
      • rosa

        July 11, 2019 at 7:31 pm

        So glad your family is enjoying it!!

        Reply

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