Healthy Banana Strawberry Smoothie

This recipe makes 2 smoothies and yields 4 cups

Directions:

1. Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend until smooth and fully combined.
2. Line a freeze drying tray with parchment paper and pour the blended smoothie onto the tray.
3. Insert the dividers in a 4-section configuration to portion the smoothie.
4. Freeze the tray until the smoothie is completely solid.
5. Freeze Dry (My cycle time was 32 hours).

Rehydration:

To rehydrate one serving of the freeze-dried smoothie, use approximately 3/4 to 1 cup of cold water per portion. Place the freeze-dried smoothie pieces into a blender with the water and blend until smooth. Add a little more water if needed to reach your desired consistency. Let it sit for a minute after blending to fully absorb before serving.

Notes:

For a colder, more refreshing smoothie, you can replace some or all of the rehydration water with ice. Add the freeze-dried smoothie pieces and about 1/2 cup of cold water to the blender first to help soften the ingredients, then add 1/2 cup of ice and blend until smooth. Adjust the amount of ice and water to reach your preferred texture

Nutritional Value Per 1 serving

Calories: 190   Protein: 11 g   Fat: 4 g   Carbohydrates: 28 g   Sugar: 16 g   Fiber: 6 g

Cycle times & rehydration for reference only. Your results may vary.