This tangy grapefruit banana smoothie is the perfect quick and easy pick-me-up that satisfies those fruity cravings and keeps you hydrated on a warm summer day. The grapefruit and banana work together to create the perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Something about the scent of grapefruits just lifts my mood every time. This recipe perfectly counters the bitterness and maximizes the fruity flavour of the grapefruit. The fragrance and tartness of the grapefruit is perfectly complemented by the sweetness and creaminess of the banana.
How to Make a Grapefruit Banana Smoothie
Step 1: Gather ingredients
This smoothie is so simple but so fruity and delicious. The star of the smoothie is, of course, the grapefruit. The grapefruit offers that irreplaceable freshness and fruitiness. I recommend cutting off the peel of the grapefruit to reduce the bitter after-taste of grapefruit – try to cut off as much of the white rind as possible as this can cause a bitter taste.
The other main ingredient is banana, which offers natural sweetness to counter the slight bitterness of grapefruit, as well as creaminess to the smoothie. To keep your smoothie cold and refreshing, I recommend using frozen banana.
Another fruit that is added to this smoothie, is strawberries. The strawberries are again for natural sweetness and go wonderfully with both grapefruit and banana.
And finally, for sweetness, this recipe calls for a little bit of honey. Just a tad of honey goes a long way to naturally sweeten this smoothie and again remove that bitterness, without interfering with the flavours.
Lastly, a wonderful addition to this smoothie is some fresh mint leaves.
Step 2: Blend!
Grapefruit and Banana Smoothie Benefits
Grapefruit is very high in vitamin C which is great for your immune system, digestion, and skin health.
The fresh taste and delicious scent of grapefruit is also a pick me up anytime! Perfect for boosting your immune system and your spirits when you’re feeling under the weather.
Check out the recipe card below, give this smoothie a try, and let me know how you like it!
Grapefruit & Banana Smoothie
This tangy grapefruit banana smoothie is the perfect summertime drink to satisfy those fruity cravings. The grapefruit and banana work together to create the perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Ingredients
- 1 grapefruit (peeled)
- 1 banana
- 1/2 cup strawberries
- 1 cup water
- 1 handful fresh mint leaves
- 1 tsp honey, or to taste
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender.
- Blend until smooth (about 30-60 seconds).
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Remove as much of the white peel from the grapefruit as possible to reduce bitterness.
- To make a cold smoothie, use frozen banana/strawberries.
- Try fresh basil instead if you don't have mint on hand.