Total Time: 10 min

Prep Time: 10 min

Cook Time: 0 min

Servings: 2 ( about 3/4 cup each)

Nutrition Highlights (per serving)

294 calories

11g fat

46g carbs

8g protein

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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 2 ( about 3/4 cup each)
Amount per serving
Calories	294
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11g	14%
Saturated Fat 2g	10%
Cholesterol 6mg	2%
Sodium 56mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate 46g	17%
Dietary Fiber 5g	18%
Total Sugars 30g
Includes 0g Added Sugars	0%
Protein 8g
Vitamin D 1mcg	5%
Calcium 180mg	14%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 766mg	16%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Many smoothies are made with gobs of added sweeteners. This cool and refreshing sipper uses the natural sweetness of dates, which also adds a healthy dose of tummy pleasing fiber.

Walnuts are the secret ingredient, adding texture, flavor, and ALA omega-3 fats. These important fats help promote heart health and fight inflammation. Make this smoothie for breakfast or for an after dinner sweet treat. With an impressive five grams of fiber per serving, you can satisfy hunger and a sweet tooth in a healthy way.

Ingredients

2 ripe bananas
4 dates, pitted and roughly chopped
1/4 cup walnuts
1 cup low-fat milk
1/2 cup ice

Preparation

Combine banana, dates, walnuts, milk, and ice in a blender and blend until smooth.
Pour into glasses and serve.

Ingredient Variations and Substitutions

Make this recipe vegan and dairy-free by using soy or another dairy alternative in place of milk.

Instead of using bananas, make this same recipe with other healthy fruits such as mango, strawberries, or wild blueberries. Prep the ingredients ahead of time and toss in the blender for a quick and easy breakfast or afternoon pick me up.

Cooking and Serving Tips

Trying to get better at making smoothies? Here's a good place to start: If you find that your blender gets stuck while blending, try adding the liquid before the solid ingredients. You can also add a few splashes of water to thin out the mixture. This will help adjust consistency without adding any additional calories.

Don't waste the leftovers! Pour remaining amounts into popsicle molds and freeze for a naturally sweetened ice pop treat.