Title: Banana Smoothie
Category: Beverages
Yield: 1 Serving

Ingredients:
1 ripe banana 
1/2 c. nonfat yogurt 
1 tbsp. sugar (or to taste) 
1 tbsp. banana liqueur (optional) 
1 c. crushed ice 
1 tsp. fresh lime juice 
lime wedge or banana slice, for garnish 

Directions:
Made with yogurt, this drink is both refreshing and nourishing. To tell when a banana is ripe, look for tiny brown spots, called sugar spots, on the peel. Combine the first 6 ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour the smoothie into a large glass and garnish with a lime wedge or banana slice.

Health Content: 215 calories per serving; 8 g protein; 1 g fat; 48 g carbohydrate; 38 mg sodium; 2 mg cholesterol.