📖 Instructions

1. Gather your ingredients: Get everything prepped and ready. This includes washing your strawberries, peeling your banana, and measuring out the rest of the ingredients.
2. Prepare the strawberries: Hull the strawberries by removing the green leafy part. This prevents any bitter taste in your smoothie. Give them a quick rinse under cold water and slice them in half if they are large. Who doesnt like straweberries.
3. Slice the banana: Peel the banana and slice it into smaller pieces. Slicing the banana helps it blend more easily and creates a smoother texture in the final smoothie. Sometime when I'm in a hurry I just throw the whole banana in the blender.
4. Combine ingredients in a blender: Add the sliced strawberries, banana pieces, and a splash of orange juice to the blender. Make sure your blender is clean and ready to go!
5. Add the yogurt and milk: Spoon in the Greek yogurt for creaminess and a tangy flavor. Pour in the milk (dairy or non-dairy) to help everything blend smoothly.
6. Add Turmeric Powder and Flax Seeds(Optional): Add a pinch of turmeric powder and flax seeds to the blender for health benifits.
7. Blend until smooth: Secure the lid on your blender and start blending. Begin on a low speed to get everything mixed, then gradually increase to a higher speed. Blend until you achieve a completely smooth and creamy consistency. This should take about 30-60 seconds, depending on your blender's power.
8. Check consistency and adjust: Open the blender and check the smoothie's consistency. If it's too thick, add a little more milk or orange juice. If it's too thin, add a few more pieces of frozen fruit or a spoonful of yogurt. Blend again briefly to incorporate the adjustment.
9. Taste and sweeten if needed: Give the smoothie a taste. If it needs more sweetness, add a drizzle of agave syrup or honey. Start with a small amount and blend again, tasting as you go, until it reaches your desired sweetness level. Always taste as you go.
10. Pour and serve: Pour the smoothie into a glass and serve immediately. You can garnish with a few extra slices of strawberry or banana for a pretty presentation. Enjoy your refreshing Golden Strawberry Banana Smoothie!
11. Clean up: Rinse your blender pitcher and accessories immediately after making your smoothie. It's much easier to clean before the ingredients have a chance to dry and harden.