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This Carrot Banana Smoothie is naturally sweetened and packed with fresh carrots (no cooking needed!), creamy yogurt, milk, and a dollop of peanut butter for a protein boost. It’s the perfect way to sneak in veggies and fuel your day!
Healthy Carrot Banana Smoothie
With just a handful of simple ingredients and a high-speed blender, you can prepare this vibrant drink in minutes—no need to cook the carrots, just toss them in raw and blend away.
This healthy carrot banana smoothie boasts a creamy and slightly thick consistency, giving you the flexibility to enjoy it as a refreshing drink or in a bowl (you should also try this carrot cake smoothie bowl!) with all kinds of fun toppings like coconut flakes, raisins, nuts, and more.
For more veggie-loaded smoothies, give this broccoli smoothie (yes broccoli!) and green smoothie a try! And if you’re looking for a high-protein option, a cottage cheese smoothie is another creamy, satisfying choice to keep you or your little ones full longer.
These wholesome drinks are the perfect, nourishing breakfast or snack for toddlers, kids, and you!
Related: Favorite Fruit AND Vegetable Smoothies
Table of Contents
Ingredients
I am highlighting just the ones that need further explanation. The complete list is in the recipe card below.
- Ripe bananas – You’ll want to use frozen banana for this, as they not only add sweetness but also make the smoothie extra creamy and cold, which my kids love.
- Raw carrots – Peel and thinly slice them so that they blend more easily and quickly. They are an excellent source of vitamin A and contribute to that vibrant orange color.
- Greek yogurt – Adds creaminess and a tangy flavor while amping up protein, healthy fats, calcium, and probiotics. You can use a non-dairy Greek-style yogurt. And if you have any frozen yogurt, this will be a great way to use it up. For extra flavor, try adding vanilla yogurt.
- Milk – I love using whole milk for extra creaminess and fat, which is an essential nutrient for optimal brain development during the early years.
- Peanut butter – adds nutty flavor which complements the sweetness of bananas and carrots. You can also use almond butter.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Add all the ingredients into a high-powered blender.
Step 2: Blend until smooth!
Variations
Here are some simple ways to customize your carrot banana smoothie to suit your dietary preferences, texture preferences, and flavor cravings!
- Dairy-Free Options – Swap out dairy milk and yogurt for non-dairy alternatives like almond milk, coconut milk, or a plant-based Greek-style yogurt.
- Extra Nutrition – Boost the smoothie’s nutritional value by adding 1/4–1/3 cup of frozen cauliflower. It adds thickness and nutrients without affecting the taste. Toss in some hemp seeds, flax seeds, or chia seeds for extra protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
- Sweeter Smoothies – For a sweeter drink, add more ripe bananas, honey, maple syrup, date syrup, or soft, pitted dates. Adjust sweetness to your taste.
- Thinner Smoothies – If you prefer a lighter texture, increase the milk or add a splash of orange juice for a citrusy twist. Reduce the yogurt for a less creamy consistency if that isn’t a priority.
- Thicker Smoothies – For a frosty, thicker smoothie, use more frozen ingredients like bananas, carrots, or even yogurt cubes. Adding rolled oats is another great way to enhance thickness while keeping the smoothie satisfying.
Equipment
Using a powerful blender makes ALL the difference when making smoothies. You will get a perfectly silky smooth drink every.single.time!
I’ve had my Vitamix for 8+ years and I seriously can’t live without it! I use it to make not only smoothies but all my blender muffins, dips and sauces, veggie nuggets, baby pancakes.
Storage
Transfer leftover smoothie to an airtight container, like this straw cup that comes with a lid. It’s the perfect straw drinking cup for toddlers and comes with a silicone cover for grip and to prevent breakage. You can see all of our favorite toddler mealtime essentials here!
Refrigerate and enjoy within 1 day. The smoothie may separate, which is to be expected with all smoothies. Give it good shake and enjoy!
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Carrot banana smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup sliced frozen banana (120g)
- 3/4 cup thinly sliced carrots (85g)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (120g)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Optional – maple syrup or honey
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients into a high-powered blender. Blend until smooth!
Notes
- Using a powerful blender makes all the difference when making smoothies. You will get a perfectly silky smooth drink every single time.
- Feel free to add more bananas, honey, maple syrup, date syrup, or even some soft dates to make a sweeter smoothie.
- If you prefer a thinner smoothie, add more milk.
- Transfer leftover smoothie to an airtight container. Refrigerate and enjoy within 1 day. The smoothie may separate, just give it good shake and enjoy!
It was delicious
Thank u for sharing all this amazing recipes!!!
So good!! Made it this morning with my five year old, we loved it! Will definitely make it again. Might add a couple dates next time ☺️
Delicious AND we are starting the day with a vegetable – total win!
LOVE LOVE hearing that! Hope you guys have a wonderful fun-filled day :).
This is super delicious and nutritious.
So happy to hear that you enjoyed this smoothie!