Banana Shake

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Banana Shake
45 min.
3
129kcal

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Enjoy a Refreshing and Nutritious Banana Shake

Are you craving a creamy, delicious shake that's not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients? Look no further than this delightful Banana Shake recipe! Perfect for those who follow a vegetarian and gluten-free diet, this refreshing beverage is a fantastic addition to any meal or as a midday snack.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes and serving up to three people, this Banana Shake is incredibly easy to whip up. Each serving contains only 129 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence. Not to mention, it's versatile enough to accommodate various dietary preferences and can be transformed into a variety of other shakes.

The base of this heavenly shake is a blend of thawed frozen apple juice concentrate, sliced and frozen bananas, low-fat milk, and a hint of vanilla extract. For an extra protein boost and a touch of nutty flavor, feel free to add creamy peanut butter to your mixture. Or, if you're feeling adventurous, transform your Banana Shake into a Strawberry-Banana or Pineapple-Orange-Banana Shake with simple ingredient swaps.

This shake is not only a beverage but also a meal in itself, offering a balanced caloric breakdown with a focus on carbohydrates, followed by protein and fat. And if you have any leftovers, no worries! Simply freeze them in small cups or ice cream cones and enjoy as a healthy, frozen snack later.

Get ready to indulge in a smooth, refreshing, and nutritious treat that's sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Your taste buds are in for a real treat with this Banana Shake!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup apple juice frozen thawed
  • large banana frozen sliced
  • cup milk low-fat
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • blender

Directions

  1. Process all ingredients in a blender 1 to 2 minutes or until smooth, stopping once to scrape down sides.
  2. Serve immediately.
  3. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter before processing.
  4. Strawberry Shake or Strawberry-Banana Shake: Substitute 2 cups frozen sliced strawberries for bananas, or combine 1 cup frozen sliced strawberries and 1 banana, sliced and frozen.
  5. Pineapple-Orange-Banana Shake: Substitute 1 cup pineapple-orange juice for milk.
  6. Note: Leftover shake mixture may be frozen in small cups or ice-cream cones and served as a frozen snack.

Nutrition Facts

Calories129kcal
Protein10.79%
Fat7.15%
Carbs82.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.84
Glycemic Load
11.28
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.8456521656202%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.01mg
Catechin
5.88mg
Epicatechin
1.32mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:129.12kcal
6.46%
Fat:1.08g
1.67%
Saturated Fat:0.55g
3.47%
Carbohydrates:27.95g
9.32%
Net Carbohydrates:25.54g
9.29%
Sugar:17.7g
19.66%
Cholesterol:3.93mg
1.31%
Sodium:32.75mg
1.42%
Alcohol:0.23g
100%
Alcohol %:0.15%
100%
Protein:3.68g
7.35%
Vitamin B6:0.39mg
19.25%
Potassium:478.48mg
13.67%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.45%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.68%
Calcium:105.93mg
10.59%
Phosphorus:102.94mg
10.29%
Vitamin C:8.14mg
9.86%
Fiber:2.41g
9.65%
Magnesium:35.38mg
8.84%
Vitamin B12:0.48µg
8%
Vitamin B5:0.6mg
6.01%
Vitamin D:0.87µg
5.77%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.25%
Folate:19.71µg
4.93%
Vitamin A:212.49IU
4.25%
Copper:0.08mg
3.76%
Selenium:2.59µg
3.69%
Vitamin B3:0.71mg
3.57%
Zinc:0.48mg
3.2%
Iron:0.27mg
1.5%
Source:My Recipes