This apple banana date smoothie is creamy, delicious, filling, rich in fiber and protein. It’s one of my favorite meal replacement shakes that I drink before going to the gym. It helps increase my energy levels and reduces my muscle soreness so I hope you try it.
Apple Banana Date Smoothie Benefits
Apples – are low in calories, and high in fiber, sugar, and carbs. They help reduce cravings and increase your energy levels. When blended with bananas and dates, they provide extra carbs and healthy sugars.
Banana – is a great source of potassium and healthy carbs along with a bit of sugar. Adding it to your smoothies will make them extra creamy and delicious. Bananas also help keep you full longer during the day and they are great for muscle soreness and recovery especially after a workout.
Dates – adds sweetness to this smoothie so you wouldn’t need to add honey or other sweeteners. Also, dates have health benefits too, they contain a little bit of fiber, potassium, and antioxidants as well.
Peanut butter -adds extra protein to this smoothie plus a little bit of fiber so you can expect to stay full until lunch without the usual cravings.
Greek Yogurt – is great for gut health thanks to the amount of probiotics it contains. it’s also a good source of protein and calcium plus, it reduces cravings as well.
Chia Seeds – are a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, polyphenols, and antioxidants such caffeic acid,(anti-inflammatory) and quercetin (improves heart health). Chia seeds are also rich in fiber which promotes gut health and keep you feeling full longer.
Almond Milk – contains vitamin D, E, and calcium. It also has a nutty flavor that will make your smoothies taste amazing. Finally almond milk is lactose and diary free making it great for those that are lactose intolerant.
Apple Banana Date Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients for 1 serving | Total time: 5 minutes
- 1 medium apple (peeled, cored, & diced)
- 1/2 a banana (sliced)
- 2 Medjool dates (deseeded)
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon peanut butter
- 1/2 cup of almond milk (fat-free, unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt (fat-free)
How To Make Apple Banana Date Smoothie
Start by soaking the dates in hot water for 2 minutes while you prep your ingredients. Next, pour the almond milk into the blender and add the apples, bananas, peanut butter, chia seeds, dates, and yogurt.
Blend for 2 minutes, pulsing a few times until extra smooth and creamy. Pour into a glass and garnish with some banana slices, apples, chia seeds, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
This apple banana date smoothie has | 319 calories | 12g total fat | 2g saturated fat | 85mg sodium | 51g total carbs | 8.5g dietary fiber | 8.1g protein | 34g total sugars | 9% iron | 250mg calcium | 592mg potassium | 23% magnesium | 10% vitamin D | These facts are based on a 2000-calorie diet.
Storage & Tips
I don’t recommend storing this smoothie but if you decide to, simple pour the smoothie into a smoothie bottle with a lid, close it tightly and put it in the fridge for up to 12 hours. Give it a quick shake before drinking.
Note: you can turn this smoothie into a meal replacement shake by adding in 2 scoops of protein powder of your choice. Just know that it’ll increase your calorie intake.
Want More Apple Smoothie Recipes?
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- Simple Apple Almond Cinnamon Smoothie
- Creamy Apple Oatmeal Smoothie
- Delicious Apple Strawberry Smoothie
Conclusion
I really hope you try this apple banana date smoothie! It’s very delicious and surprisingly sweet. I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments below. You can find me on Pinterest, Flipboard, & Instagram for more smoothie recipes.
