CHEF'S NOTES AND COMMENTS:

Made with yogurt, this drink is both refreshing and nourishing. To tell when a banana is ripe, look for tiny brown spots, called sugar spots, on the peel.

Nutrition Information:
215 calories per serving;
8 g protein;
1 g fat;
48 g carbohydrate;
38 mg sodium;
2 mg cholesterol

INGREDIENTS:

1 ripe banana
1/2 c. nonfat yogurt
1 tbsp. sugar (or to taste)
1 tbsp. banana liqueur (optional) 1 c. crushed ice
1 tsp. fresh lime juice
1 lime wedge or banana slice, for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS:

Prep Time: approximately 5 min.

1. Combine the first 6 ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

2. Pour the smoothie into a large glass and garnish with a lime wedge or banana slice.

Serves 1.

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Submitted by Marshall P., Canyon Country