This Banana-Cashew-Flaxseed Smoothie is an easy and satisfying four-ingredient breakfast.
When I’m looking for breakfast recipes, sometimes I’m overwhelmed by all the choices. There’s sausage, eggs, hash browns, waffles, French toast, a million different kinds of pancakes. Yikes. In the morning, when my stomach is yelling about how empty it is, sometimes all I want is an easy option. This banana-cashew-flaxseed smoothie is always the perfect choice for me. There’s no real cooking involved, and it fills me up without me even having to chew anything.
The main flavor base for this smoothie is the banana, which is the perfect breakfast fruit, in my opinion. It has a luxurious density and a delicate sweetness. Paired with decadent cashew butter and the subtle nuttiness of flaxseeds, the banana flavor is complemented beautifully. It’s easy enough to whip up on a busy weekday morning, and the only equipment you need is a blender.
Is A Banana-Cashew-Flaxseed Smoothie Healthy?
Yes! This smoothie is full of omega-3 fatty acids from the flaxseeds, healthy unsaturated fat from the cashew butter, and potassium from the banana. The flaxseeds also contribute a high dose of fiber, which is important for digestive health. The cashews and flaxseeds provide protein as well. These are all the things you need in a healthy breakfast! This recipe is also dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan. People following keto diets may want to skip this recipe, however; even with the high fiber content, this smoothie has a lot of carbs.
Mix It Up With Different Ingredients
If you’re loving the sound of this delicious smoothie, but don’t quite have the right ingredients or need to make some modifications due to dietary needs or preferences, you can totally switch it up! To make this smoothie nut-free, simply use sunflower seed butter instead of cashew butter. If you want to opt out of cashew butter and go for a classic peanut butter-banana flavor, use peanut butter instead! You can also toss in some frozen berries to change up the flavor.
I personally love adding a heaping scoop of plain Greek yogurt to this smoothie to boost the protein content, and adding a tablespoon of maple syrup really amps up the sweetness. Find the flavors that work for you and have fun with it!
How To Make Ahead And Store
This smoothie tastes best freshly made, but you can store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. You can also freeze it in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months; just let it thaw in the fridge overnight and give it a good stir before you drink it.
Serving Suggestions
This smoothie makes a mean breakfast or afternoon pick-me-up by itself. But you can absolutely serve it up for breakfast alongside fresh fruit or a Fruit Salad, and a hearty slice of Avocado Toast. As an afternoon pick-me-up, this smoothie would pack a protein punch paired with these Salt And Pepita Hard-Boiled Eggs or a bowl of Greek yogurt with Protein Granola on top.
On the other hand, this delicious smoothie could serve as a lovely dessert after a healthy dinner of Santa Fe Chicken or Asian Salmon.
Ingredients
- 2 large, frozen bananas cut into coins
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 3 tablespoons cashew butter
- 2 tablespoons flax seeds
Instructions
- Place all your ingredients in a high-powered blender and blend until smooth, scraping down the sides if necessary.
- Pour smoothie into 2 glasses and serve immediately.
Nutrition Info:
Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.
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