Our banana smoothie recipe includes low-fat dairy products and can be combined with canned soft fruits (like peaches or pears). They’re hydrating and nutritious and provide calcium and protein! If you’re lactose-intolerant (can’t drink milk or eat dairy products), a similar smoothie can be made using protein powder, fruit juice, sherbet and ice cubes.
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Note: Nutritional analysis may vary depending on the ingredient brands used.
Serving size = 1 cup
Calories: 178
Protein: 6 g
Carbohydrate: 37 g
Dietary fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 24 g
Total fat: 0.5 g
Saturated fat: 0 g
Cholesterol: 2 mg
Sodium: 68 mg
Potassium: 636 mg
Calcium: 170 mg
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