Banana Carrot Smoothie (3 Ingredients)

This refreshing banana carrot smoothie consists of only 3 simple ingredients. It's thick, creamy and ready in less than 5 minutes.

Smoothies are a great way (and one of my favorite ways) to get in some nutrients. This 3 ingredient carrot smoothie is a simple fruit smoothie but can be customized by adding more fruits and veggies.

For more healthy smoothie recipes see Banana Strawberry Smoothie, Banana Smoothie or Pineapple Almond Milk Smoothie.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Ingredients & Substitution Notes

• Frozen Banana: Adds some natural sweetness and a creamy texture to this smoothie. I do not recommend using fresh bananas instead because this won't give the smoothie its deliciously thick consistency.
• Unsweetened Orange Juice: Make sure to use unsweetened natural orange juice. You can of course also make fresh-squeezed orange juice at home.
• Carrots

See recipe card for quantities.

How to make a banana carrot smoothie

STEP 1: Blend. Place all of the ingredients into a high-speed bender. Blend until smooth.

STEP 2: Adjust. For a thinner smoothie, gradually add more juice or water. For a sweeter smoothie, add more banana, 2-3 dates or your sweetener of choice.

How to freeze bananas

Peel and chop your bananas into 3-4 bize-sized coins. The smaller the pieces, the easier it will be for your blender to break them down. Then add them to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze. That way they won't stick together.

Once frozen, you can add them to an airtight container or freezer-friendly bag and store them up to 1 week in the freezer.

Variations

• Sweeter Smoothie: This smoothie is naturally sweetened. If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, add more frozen banana, 2-3 soft regular dates or 1-2 Medjool dates. Other sweeteners like honey or maple syrup also work.
• Thinner Smoothie: For a thinner consistency, gradually add more orange juice or water.
• Thicker Smoothie: For a thicker texture, add more frozen banana. I don't recommend adding ice cubes for a thicker consistency because it waters down the smoothie quite a bit.

Optional Add-Ins

• Carrot Greens: Did you know that carrot greens are edible? Give them a good wash and add some to your smoothie for some extra nutrients. We recommend using organic carrots.
• Other Fruits: Feel free to customize this smoothie's taste by adding other fresh fruits such as apples, pineapple, mango or berries.
• Leafy Greens: Add a handful of baby spinach or kale to give this smoothie a boost in nutrients.
• Protein Powder: Turn this into a banana carrot protein shake by adding a scoop of your favorite protein powder.
• Plain Yogurt: Add some natural Greek yogurt or a non-dairy alternative to create an even creamier texture.
• Nuts or Nut Butter: To make this smoothie more filling, add a handful of walnuts, Brazil nuts (great source of selenium), peanut butter or homemade almond butter.
• Seeds: Talking about healthy fats- we love adding a tablespoon of chia seeds, hemp seeds or flax seeds to almost all our smoothies.
• Ginger: Add a TINY piece of fresh ginger for some tangy flavors- tastes exceptionally good in combination with carrots.
• Spices: Feel free to add some spices such as a dash of cinnamon or cardamom.
• Vanilla Extract

Meal Prep Options

• Frozen Banana: The frozen banana will need to be prepared the evening before.
• Smoothie: The whole smoothie can also be prepared ahead of time. Store in an airtight jar in the fridge- that way you'll have a delicious smoothie ready-to-grab the next morning.

Storage

Can be stored in a jar with a lid in the fridge for up to 2 days. Give the smoothie a good shake before consuming.

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