Are watermelon and banana good together?

Yes! Watermelon banana is an excellent flavor combination. The creaminess and more mild flavor of the banana complements the fruity and refreshing flavor of the watermelon. If you've never tried watermelon and banana together before, this banana watermelon smoothie is a great place to start!

Can I use fresh watermelon for this smoothie recipe?

After testing every possible combination, I found that I could get the best texture and flavor for this watermelon and banana smoothie by using frozen watermelon and fresh banana . By freezing the watermelon, you can pack as much watermelon flavor in the smoothie as possible without risking a runny smoothie, and without having to add ice as a thickener (which also waters down the flavor!). However, the smoothie I made using fresh watermelon and frozen banana was of course delicious, just with a thinner texture. So, if that doesn't bother you, feel free to switch it up and use fresh watermelon and frozen banana, it will still taste incredible!

How do I freeze watermelon for smoothies?

Freezing watermelon for smoothies is a great way to preserve extra watermelon that may otherwise go bad. To prevent watermelon from sticking together, you can freeze it on a tray first, and then place the frozen chunks in a zip top bag. Check out this article with full instructions on freezing watermelon. However, to be honest I am quite lazy and usually very low on freezer space, so fitting a whole tray in the freezer is a no-go for me. If you are the same, you can do my lazy method: (1) Pre-measure the amount of watermelon chunks you need for each smoothie (for accuracy do this by weight if possible!) and add them to a quart zip top bag; (2) Spread the chunks out flat in the bag and separate them as best you can; then (3) lay the bag down flat in the freezer. I had a couple of the chunks stick together this way, but overall this method worked great for me!

Banana Watermelon Smoothie

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This is a quick and easy smoothie using frozen watermelon chunks and fresh banana, plus Greek yogurt and milk for creaminess. This is a great recipe for when you have too much watermelon on your hands!

Author: Kate
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 smoothie 1x
Category: breakfast, drinks
Method: blend
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups (220 g) frozen watermelon chunks
1 medium ripe banana (not frozen)
1/2 cup (115 g) plain Greek yogurt - see note 1
1/4 cup (59 ml) milk
1 - 2 tablespoons (20 - 40 g) honey, or to taste (optional)

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Instructions

Add the banana, Greek yogurt, milk, and honey (if using) to the pitcher of a blender. Place the lid on the blender and blend until smooth.
If the frozen watermelon chunks have stuck together, break them apart as best you can, then add them to the blender with the other ingredients. Replace the lid and blend just until smooth, starting on low speed and increasing the speed as the ingredients begin to combine. If needed, you can add in an additional small splash of milk to help the ingredients start to incorporate. Or, better yet, use a tamper tool to help combine the ingredients during blending.
Taste the smoothie and blend in additional honey, if desired. Serve the smoothie immediately.

Notes

You can use any type of Greek yogurt you prefer, either nonfat, low fat, or full fat. If you like a little extra sweetness, you can opt for a flavored Greek yogurt instead of plain. If you don't have Greek yogurt, you can substitute regular yogurt, but the texture of the smoothie will be slightly thinner.

Measuring the watermelon by volume can lead to differing results due to variances in the size of the pieces. Therefore, for best results, I recommend measuring the watermelon by weight (220 g) if you have access to a kitchen scale.

This smoothie recipe will make approximately 16 ounces (473 ml). If you need more than that, work in batches, rather than adding double ingredients to the blender. This will ensure there is enough room in the pitcher to blend the ingredients together.

The nutrition information below was calculated to include low fat Greek yogurt and milk, and 1 tablespoon honey. This nutrition information is an estimate only, provided by an online nutrition calculator, and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical, health, or nutritional advice. The nutrition counts of your dish will vary based on the brand and exact amounts of ingredients used. See our full disclosure policy.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 smoothie
Calories: 349
Sugar: 52 g
Sodium: 84 mg
Fat: 3.5 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Carbohydrates: 68.9 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 16.3 g
Cholesterol: 15 mg

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