Buttermilk and Berries Fruit Smoothie

I have a wonderfully simple smoothie recipe for you. Try this one to see how richly satisfying and nutritious a smoothie can be without an excessive amount of calories. The secret ingredient is low fat buttermilk. It gives a fruit smoothie a creamy taste without the calories of an ingredient like ice cream.

Smoothies are wonderful BUT are you making the best choice when it comes to calories and nutrition?

Berries and Buttermilk Smoothie

Ingredients:

1 cup low fat buttermilk (about 100-120 calories)

1 medium ripe banana fresh or frozen

1/2 cup frozen berries of choice (blueberries or strawberries work well)

1/2 -1 tsp. vanilla extract

All you need to do is add all the ingredients to a blender or small food processor and blend. Couldn’t be easier. The recipe makes just enough for one very filling serving.

Take a look at the approximate nutrition breakdown:

Total Calories: 282

Total Fat: 4 grams

(Saturated Fat: 2.5 grams)

Dietary Fiber: 5 grams

Protein: 10.3 grams

Carbohydrate: 51 grams

Sugars: 34 grams

Calcium: 305 mg

The carbohydrate and sugar count is high, however, the source is all natural with no added sugars. You’ll get two servings of fruit along with the accompanying nutrients and antioxidants plus one serving of milk. To increase the protein a bit you could opt to add a small amount of whey protein powder.

This smoothie is enough for a full meal for breakfast or otherwise. It’s surprisingly good. Give it a try!