Blend a Power Smoothie
Make a nutritious power smoothie by measuring fruits, vegetables, yogurt, and seeds, then blending safely with adult supervision to learn about healthy ingredients.
Step-by-step guide to Blend a Power Smoothie
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Step 1
Gather all the materials from the list and place them on the counter where you will work.
Step 2
Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
Step 3
Rinse the banana and the frozen berries and rinse the spinach or kale under cold running water.
Step 4
Peel the banana and put it on the cutting board.
Step 5
Ask an adult to cut the banana into small pieces on the cutting board.
Step 6
Measure 1 cup of milk and pour it into the blender.
Step 7
Measure 1/2 cup of yogurt and add it to the blender.
Step 8
Add the banana pieces and 1 cup of frozen berries to the blender.
Step 9
Add 1 cup of fresh spinach or kale to the blender.
Step 10
Measure 1 tablespoon of chia or flax seeds and add them to the blender.
Step 11
Add 1/2 cup of ice cubes to the blender.
Step 12
Put the blender lid on tightly so nothing spills.
Step 13
Ask an adult to plug in the blender and blend the smoothie until it is smooth and no big chunks remain.
Step 14
Pour the smoothie into a glass carefully.
Step 15
Share your finished smoothie on DIY.org.
Help!?
What can I use instead of milk or yogurt if someone is dairy-free?
Use unsweetened almond, oat, or soy milk in place of the 1 cup of milk and a dairy-free yogurt instead of the 1/2 cup of yogurt so the smoothie still blends and stays creamy.
What should I do if the blender still leaves big chunks after blending?
If big chunks remain, confirm the blender lid is on tightly, ask an adult to blend longer or pulse, and add an extra 1/4 cup of milk to help the frozen berries and spinach/ kale break down into a smooth texture.
How can I adapt the steps for different age groups?
For toddlers (2–5) have an adult do the peeling, cutting, measuring, and plugging in while the child adds pre-cut banana pieces and seeds, and for older kids (6–12) let them measure ingredients, add items to the blender, and ask an adult only to operate the blender.
How can we extend or personalize the smoothie to make it more interesting?
Personalize the recipe by adding 1 tablespoon of peanut or almond butter, a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup, a dash of cinnamon or cocoa, or swapping frozen berries for mango or pineapple, then garnish the poured smoothie with a few whole berries before sharing on DIY.org.
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Facts about healthy eating and basic nutrition
🍓 Smoothies can pack 2–3 servings of fruits and veggies into one cup—an easy way to boost daily produce!
🥛 Yogurt adds protein and probiotics to a smoothie, which can help digestion and keep little tummies happy.
🌱 Tiny seeds like flaxseed or chia add big nutrition—fiber, healthy fats (omega‑3s), and extra energy.
⚡ Electric blenders have been household staples since the 1920s—remember: blades are sharp, so always blend with adult supervision.
🥤 Homemade smoothies usually have less added sugar than many store-bought versions, so you control the sweetness.
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