Perfectly sweet and creamy, this Strawberry Banana Greek Yogurt uses up very ripe produce to make a delicious snack or breakfast.
It looks like a commercial brand from the dairy case but doesn’t have any artificial colors or sweeteners, added sugars, or thickeners and costs much less than the individual snack cups. Strawberry Banana Greek Yogurt is kid-friendly, mom approved and a cinch to blend up!
Greek yogurt is a perfect snack, contributing protein, carbohydrate, calcium, potassium, vitamin D and many other nutrients. The balance of protein and carbohydrate provide sustained energy and keep us full. But as easy as it might be to plop some fresh or frozen fruit on top of plain greek yogurt, flavored yogurts are popular.
Some brands have begun lowering the added sugars in their flavors since customers have communicated that this is important to them. But, it is actually possible to blend up a delicious greek yogurt without any added sugar… and you can do this in less than 5 minutes.
Remember that fat is necessary to absorb fat-soluble vitamins like vitamin D. Also, in the case of yogurt, a little bit of fat helps reduce some of the natural tang in yogurt. This recipe uses low-fat greek yogurt, but the reality is that you can use fat-free, full-fat, or even a non-greek yogurt.
Several times I have dispelled the myth that ‘bananas are bad‘ as some might claim. In fact, bananas are quite exceptional at sweetening foods without needing added or artificial sugars! This recipe has 4 grams fiber per serving helping to manage blood sugar. Also, eating meals that include a balance of complex carbohydrate, protein and fat keeps blood glucose from spiking and helps prevent cravings from taking over your thoughts.
The key to avoiding added sugars in this Strawberry Banana Greek Yogurt recipe is to use very ripe fruit. Double or even triple the recipe to make enough to portion out for the week or for each family member. Top with a generous handful of your favorite nut to turn your yogurt into a satisfying meal that will last you hours.
If you don’t have time for meal prep in the kitchen, that’s okay. This recipe will only require 5 minutes of your time- that’s it!
Strawberry Banana Greek Yogurt (No Added Sugar)
Ingredients
- 1 medium banana very ripe
- 1 ¼ cup sliced strawberries very ripe
- 1 cup low-fat plain greek yogurt like Fage brand
Instructions
- Place bananas and strawberries in food processor and blend until pureed, about 20-30 seconds. Scrape down the sides as needed. A high-powered blender could also be used.
- Pour puree into a medium bowl and stir in the yogurt until well combined. Chill until ready to eat. Divide into 2 or 4 servings.
Notes
- If you prefer chunks of fruit in your yogurt, pulse fruit until desired consistency.
- Very ripe fruit will produce a sweeter yogurt. If it is not your preferred sweetness, add 1-3 tsp honey OR the equivalent in stevia until it tastes perfect to you!
- The puree makes a generous cup. If desired, you can keep the puree separate and stir in several tablespoons when ready to eat.
- There is absolutely no added sugar in the recipe- it’s all from the fruit and yogurt. But if you want a lower sugar/carbohydrate yogurt, you can stir in an additional ½-1 cup of greek yogurt.
- If you do not like greek yogurt, you can use low fat (non-greek) yogurt for this recipe. Do note that it might turn out a little “loose” and the nutrition will be slightly different.
- Pour into a popsicle mold for a fun afternoon treat!
- Top with additional sliced bananas and strawberries.
- Use as a dip for skewered fruit.
If you are looking to save money, reduce added sugar, and find a new easy recipe for the whole family, this one is berry sweet and flavorful!
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I was JUST telling my husband about having Greek yogurt bowls for lunch (because I may be a dietitian, but I don’t always make a cooked lunch, even when I’m working from home in quarantine) – then I saw your email with this recipe in my inbox! So excited for a tasty, filling, no-cook lunch 🙂 and always bonus points in my book for no added sugar, so thank you!
Yay! So glad this is a useful idea!