Watermelon Banana Smoothie
Summertime just got more delicious with this simple Watermelon Banana Smoothie that can be served as a refreshing snack. Watermelon is naturally sweet and hydrating, and perfect for a cold and naturally sweet smoothie!
If you love the flavor of watermelon, then you are going to go crazy for this smoothie. You only need four basic ingredients, plus ice.
This is my favorite way to use up extra watermelon, especially on a hot day. It’s a healthy snack without any added sugar. Plus, it’s high in Vitamin C and satisfies a sweet tooth.
Save this Watermelon Banana Smoothie recipe for the next time you’re craving a refreshing drink. I’ve also included a secret tip for making this an adult summer drink (just in case….wink, wink)!
Why You Need This Recipe
- This Watermelon Banana Smoothie is made dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan.
- You only need a few real food ingredients that are nutritious and easy to find.
- No need for added sugars here! Sweet seasonal fruit adds plenty of natural sugars and sweetness.
Key Ingredients
Watermelon makes the base of this smoothie. Try to find a seedless and ripe watermelon if you can.
Frozen banana and frozen pineapple add thickness and balance the flavor of the watermelon. Be sure to freeze a ripe banana for this banana watermelon smoothie.
Milk adds creaminess to this yummy summer smoothie. I used almond milk but you can use whatever type of milk you like.
You could also use vanilla yogurt (dairy-based or dairy-free) if you want your smoothie even creamier.
See the recipe card below for the exact ingredients and measurements of this delicious smoothie.
Recipe Steps
Let me show you how easy it is to make this healthy smoothie recipe perfect for a hot summer day.
Step One
Making this watermelon smoothie recipe is just about as easy as it gets.
It’s ideal to use a high-speed blender like a Vitamix, but you can also use a regular blender.
To start, add the milk and chilled watermelon chunks to the base of your blender.
Step Two
Then, add the frozen banana and frozen pineapple.
Step Three
Add ice cubes to help thicken the smoothie.
Step Four
Bland and serve immediately.
This delicious watermelon smoothie should be served cold as soon as you’re done blending it.
Recipe Tips & Substitutions
- If you prefer a thicker smoothie, feel free to add up to a cup of ice cubes.
- Use a seedless watermelon to avoid the bitter black seeds.
- Fresh mint leaves are good in this smoothie too, but it will alter the color.
- If you want to make this smoothie as a meal replacement, you can add a scoop or two of an unsweetened clean protein powder.
- For an adult beverage, add a shot of vodka to the blender. See my recipe for a Watermelon Vodka Cocktail.
Recipe FAQs
Yes, but you may need to add a little bit of water to help the ingredients blend.
It is a good idea to test your watermelon before making this drink. As long as your watermelon is average or above average on the sweetness scale, your smoothie will turn out awesome. If your watermelon isn’t sweet, you may need to add a teaspoon or two of honey (vegans can use maple syrup).
It is best to use seedless watermelon for this recipe. The white seeds are okay, but try to avoid using watermelon with a lot of black seeds as they will make your smoothie bitter.
More Healthy Recipes You Might Like During Summer
- Cucumber Ginger Lemon Water
- Sparkling Kombucha Lemonade
- Vegan Fudgesicles
- Pomegranate Lime Popsicles
I also love this gorgeous Watermelon Fruit Cake!
Or, you can see my entire index of healthy smoothie recipes.
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Watermelon Banana Smoothie
Summertime just got more delicious with this simple Watermelon Banana Smoothie that can be served as a refreshing snack. Watermelon is naturally sweet and hydrating, and perfect for a cold and naturally sweet smoothie!
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 2 1x
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 cups seedless watermelon chunks, chilled
- 1 frozen banana, broken in half
- 1/2 cup frozen pineapple niblets or chunks
- 1/2 cup ice
Instructions
- In the base of a high-speed blender, combine the almond milk, watermelon chunks, banana, pineapple, and ice.
- Blend on high for about 30 seconds, or until the smoothie is fully blended.
- Serve immediately.
Equipment
Buy Now → Notes
- If you aren’t on a dairy-free diet, you can replace the almond milk with regular milk or vanilla yogurt.
- This recipe is easily doubled or tripled.
- To make this smoothie a meal replacement, feel free to add a scoop of protein powder and a tablespoon of chia seeds per serving.
- If you prefer a thicker smoothie, feel free to add up to a cup of ice cubes.
- Use a seedless watermelon to avoid the bitter black seeds.
- Fresh mint is good in this smoothie too, but it will alter the color.
- For an adult beverage, add a shot of vodka to the blender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blender
- Cuisine: Healthy
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 139
- Sugar: 20.8 g
- Sodium: 100.3 mg
- Fat: 1.9 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 31.3 g
- Fiber: 2.7 g
- Protein: 2.6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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It seems you like the same foods I like. This Watermelon and Strawberry look wonderful. I will have to get the watermelon in the supermarket. Can’t wait to make this smoothie.
Thanks Anne Marie! Is it hot where you are yet? Stay cool and enjoy!
This was awesome I’ll give it a 8/10 but it was Great 😃👍 I used unsweetened almond milk and frozen bananas and frozen pineapple and fresh watermelon but no ice 😊
i can’t wait until summertime when I can make this again!
These are amazing, even my non vegan sugar loving colleagues love them!
Oh my this fabulous! I’m going to have to try it. I’ve made a watermelon beverage before as well as a sorbet. I never get tired of this fruit so I’m always looking for new ways to enjoy it. 🙂
Same, thanks Annette!!! I am in love with watermelon! 🙂