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An orange banana smoothie is proof that the simplest things are often the best. With just two ingredients and under five minutes, you can make the easiest smoothie ever. (And if you choose to include the bonus ingredients, it gets even better!)
Banana Orange Smoothie
This really is the easiest smoothie ever!
Tossed together one morning many years ago, just to use up an overabundance of bananas and oranges, my kids flipped over this simple smoothie.
After I handed the drinks to the kids, I walked out of the kitchen for a moment. My middle son yelled after me, “The smoothie is fantastic!” Why am I not surprised that they adored a smoothie made of nothing but juice and bananas?
In the years since, I’ve made it with both store-bought orange juice and freshly squeezed. Both versions are terrific. And while the ginger and lime are optional ingredients in this smoothie, I highly recommend adding them both. They work to brighten the flavors and add a new dimension to this simple drink.
Delicious! I used 1 cup of OJ and 2 frozen bananas and the second time I made it I threw in a very small piece of fresh ginger, wow, it is great!
Banana Smoothie
To make these sunny smoothies, you’ll need the following two ingredients:
- Orange juice
- Bananas
- OPTIONAL additions: fresh ginger and/or a squeeze of fresh lime juice
That’s truly it! Bananas add a smooth, creamy texture to smoothies, and their natural sweetness often provides all the sweetening the drink requires. I make very few smoothies without them!
I recommend using frozen bananas for thicker, creamier smoothies. However, if you prefer a thinner drink, room temperature or refrigerated bananas work well too.
Orange Banana Smoothie
I promised it was easy, and boy, is it ever! Don’t blink or you’ll miss the instructions. Place the orange juice and bananas in the blender. If desired, add as much or as little fresh ginger as you like, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Puree until smooth and serve immediately.
Easy Fruit Smoothie Recipes
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Rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and frozen bananas are blended together in blissful harmony to make this Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie – that tastes more like a peanut butter banana milkshake than a breakfast drink.
Strawberry Banana Smoothies are simple, easy, and refreshing as a snack or even a meal all on their own. This smoothie is delicious with only four ingredients!
Orange Banana Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup orange juice
- 2 bananas frozen work best
- 1-2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger OPTIONAL
- 1-2 teaspoons fresh lime juice OPTIONAL
Instructions
- Combine the orange juice and bananas in the blender. If desired, add as much or as little fresh ginger as you like, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Puree until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
{originally published 11/6/11 – recipe notes and photos updated 9/17/25}
I need to learn to make smoothies, my 12 y/o loves them. Do you just do them in a blender or do you have something special like one of those Vitamax things?
looks delicious!!! Sometimes the most impromptu recipes are the best. 🙂
Wow, simple but looks delicious.
Chris – I've made smoothies for years, just using a standard blender. Most blenders do just fine for the average smoothie. I do have a Vitamix now, but I could make any of these in a standard blender. Good luck!
WOW! I love smoothie and I must learn from you Mary. This looks so delicious!!
I love how your kids really appreciate good healthy food. This looks great!
I love your smoothies, I just have to wait till it gets a little warmer here!
I usually have a smootie daily and it usually has to do with a banana. MMMMMm I am going to have to try it with orange.
I've never tried mixing this two ingredients and I'm going to try it as soon as I get bananas (we usually have them but not at this moment). My kids will love it!
Very simple and yet amazingly delicious, I'm sure!
I keep telling myself to have a smoothie for breakfast. This is so simple to do and sounds delicious.
yes!! it's healthy anda yummy
Delicious! I used 1 cup of OJ and 2 frozen bananas and the second time I made it I threw in a very small piece of fresh ginger, wow, it is great!
IT SOUND GOOD
I hope you like it!
It was a good breakfast for me but I needed to add ice and the orange juice was overpowering the banana. I might add some apple to it tomorrow morning.
I love how adjustable smoothies are, Noah. Definitely make it your own!