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Blueberry-Banana Batido

Source: MealsMatter.org
Dr. Weil's My Optimum Health Plan

Refreshing and colorful fruit smoothies called batidos are served at Cuban snack bars all over Florida. Buttermilk is basically cultured lowfat milk and has a similar taste to yogurt.

Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Ingredients:
Actual Cooking Time: No Cooking Required
Number of Servings: Single
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Simple (6 ingredients or less)
Kids can help make it
Nutrition Content: Good Source of Calcium
Low Fat
Holiday: July 4th
Meal Type: Breakfast & Brunch
Snack
Beverages

Ingredients

1 Ripe banana, peeled and cut into chunks
1/2 cup Frozen blueberries
1 tablespoon Sugar
4 Ice cubes
1 cup Buttermilk

Preparation

Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 290 ; Total Fat: 3g ; Saturated Fat: 2g ; Carbohydrates: 61g ; Protein: 10g ; Calcium: 300 mg ; Sodium: 263mg ; Fiber: 4g