This 5-ingredient Watermelon Banana Smoothie Recipe is delicious, creamy, and refreshing on a hot summer day! It is made with fresh watermelon, banana, and honey to sweeten the smoothie, and soy milk that is full of nutritional benefits packed in a glass.

Looking for more Smoothie Recipes? Try my Easy Smoothie Bowls, Malunggay Pineapple Smoothie or my Jackfruit Smoothie!

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Watermelon Banana Smoothie Recipe

Top Tips

To help preserve the quality of your smoothies, fill containers as full as possible to minimize air exposure, which can cause oxidation and affect flavor. Adding a squeeze of lemon juice to smoothies can also help slow down browning, especially if they contain fruits like apples or bananas.
When blending, make sure to place the hardest ingredient near the blade. If you will add some ice cubes, they are usually the hardest to liquefy so put in at the bottom, where the blade is.

Substitutions

Watermelon: If you want to substitute watermelon, you can use other fruits like strawberries, raspberries, or even a combination of mixed berries. These fruits will provide a similar refreshing and sweet taste to your smoothie.
Soy Milk: You can replace soy milk with almond milk, coconut milk, dairy milk, or any other plant-based milk of your choice. Each milk alternative will add a slightly different flavor and texture to your smoothie.
Banana: If you're looking to replace banana, you can use frozen mango chunks, avocado (for creaminess), or even a tablespoon of nut butter like almond butter or peanut butter.
Honey: Instead of honey, you can use agave nectar, maple syrup, or date syrup as sweeteners. If you prefer a lower glycemic option, you can also use stevia or skip the added sweetener altogether if your fruits are sweet enough.
Ice Cubes: If you prefer not to use ice cubes, you can use frozen fruit like frozen watermelon chunks, frozen berries, or even frozen grapes to chill and thicken your smoothie.

Variations

Tropical Twist: Combine pineapple, mango, or lime juice, and banana for a tropical flair. Add coconut milk or coconut water for a hint of the islands.
Add vanilla extract for more of a vanilla flavor.
Add flax seeds, hemp greek yogurt or protein powder to help you feel fuller longer.

Storage

Refrigeration: If you have leftover smoothie, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Smoothies can typically be stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours. However, their freshness and texture may start to degrade after a few hours, because these contain bananas, they willl brown or change in texture.
Freezing: If you want to store smoothies for longer periods, consider freezing them. Pour the smoothie into ice cube trays or freezer-safe containers. Once frozen, transfer the smoothie cubes or portions into a freezer bag for easier storage. Frozen smoothies can last for up to 1-3 months, but they're best consumed within the first month for optimal flavor and texture.
- Thawing: When you're ready to enjoy a frozen smoothie, transfer the desired amount of smoothie cubes or portions to the refrigerator overnight to thaw. You can also blend frozen smoothie cubes directly with a splash of liquid (such as milk or juice) to create a slushy consistency.

Health Benefits of Watermelon

Hydrates the body
A filling snack that is low in calories
Great source of Vitamins A, B vitamins, and Vitamin C
Contains lycopene which is a known antioxidant
Has Cucurbitacin E which helps prevent inflammation
Has anti-cancer effects

two glasses of refreshing watermelon smoothie

Ingredients

Listed below are all the ingredients you will need:

watermelon, cubed & black seeds removed
soy milk
banana, peeled and chopped
honey
ice cubes

Instructions

Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender, and blend until creamy and smooth, adding more almond milk to thin, or ice to thicken.

Add in all the fruits:

Add in the chia seeds:

adding chia seeds to watermelon smoothie

Add honey as a sweetener:

adding honey to sweeten the watermelon smoothie

Pour in the soy milk:

Blend, blend, blend!

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, honey for more sweetness. You now have a delicious, fresh, and refreshing summer drink that's easy to make!

Best when fresh, though leftovers keep covered in the refrigerator for 1-2 days.

a glass of watermelon smoothie with watermelon chunks on top

FAQs

Is banana and watermelon a good combination?

Absolutely. The banana helps makes the watermelon to have a creamy texture and has some nutritional benefits like potassium and fiber.

How will I know that the watermelon I buy is ripe and sweet?

Look for a watermelon that has a slight yellowish patch on its skin. it means it has ripened on its own and is very sweet.

Can you make this recipe without a blender?

Using a blender for this recipe is a must. A smoothie has to be "smooth", thus, it must be passed through a blender.

More delicious smoothies and vegan recipes to try!

2 watermelon smoothies in a glass on a white table

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Watermelon Banana Smoothie Recipe

Try this Watermelon Banana Smoothie Recipe! It’s made with just five ingredients: fresh watermelon pulp, banana, soy milk, and a touch of honey to make it sweet. This creamy, delicious drink is perfect for a hot day!

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Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: Filipino

Servings: 2 servings

Calories: 588kcal

Author: Lainey

Ingredients

Instructions

Place the watermelon, soy milk, banana, honey, and ice cubes into a high-speed blender.
Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If needed, add more soy milk to thin the smoothie or additional ice to thicken it.
Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey if desired.
For the best flavor, serve immediately.