Banana Orange Smoothie
A simple, creamy banana and orange smoothie with Greek yogurt — smooth, pourable, and naturally sweet.
3 · Liquidised
Pours smoothly like a thick drinkable soup. No lumps, no bits, and no chewing at all. Can be taken from a cup or spoon, and should not hold its shape on the plate.
Suitable for anyone who finds food hard to chew or swallow. Graded IDDSI Level 3 (Liquidised) — smooth & drinkable — the texture standard used in dysphagia care and soft diets.
See all texture levelsIngredients
- 1 Banana
- 1/2 Orange, peeled and quartered
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup Water or milk Dairy or non-dairy
- 1-2 tsp Honey or maple syrup Optional
Instructions
Roughly chop the banana and orange quarters, then add them to a blender along with the yogurt and water (or milk).
Turn the blender on and blend until creamy and smooth. Taste, then adjust with honey if needed.
Serving Tips
Important Guidance
- Blend a little longer than feels necessary — orange segments can leave behind fine, stringy fibers if under-blended, which is the main risk in an otherwise very smooth drink.
- This smoothie pours smoothly and holds no shape, which makes it a natural fit for a Level 3 liquidised texture as blended.
- For anyone who needs a thicker, spoon-held texture instead of a drink, add more yogurt or a thickener until it reaches a Level 4 consistency.
- Serve immediately after blending — smoothies can separate or thin out further as they sit.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving; recipe makes 2 servings.
Dietary Notes
Vegetarian. Use a non-dairy yogurt and milk for a dairy-free version.