Healthy Smoothie Recipes

Today's collection of 80 healthy smoothie recipes will show you how to create delicious, refreshing, and nutritious beverages to quench your thirst.

While we all recognize that fruits and vegetables are critical components of a healthy diet, they can be a little boring to eat at times. Rather than enjoying them raw, you can combine them to create a nutritious and flavorful smoothie.

But what ingredients are required to transform plain fruits and vegetables into an enticing beverage? Or, more precisely, what constitutes a smoothie?

Let’s find out.

Easy and Delicious Smoothie Recipes

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Avocado

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Avocado Banana Smoothie Recipe

This avocado banana smoothie recipe is an easy way to have these two creamy fruits in one delicious serving. It’s also packed with nutrients.

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Mango Avocado Smoothie Recipe

Our mango avocado smoothie recipe makes a creamy drink with a velvety texture. To make it, you need a blender and a few ingredients.

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Avocado Smoothie Recipe

Our avocado smoothie recipe makes a healthy and filling drink that is not just served as a beverage but can be shared for breakfast or snack time.

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Strawberry Avocado Smoothie Recipe

If you’ve never tried this combo or found a good recipe for it, our strawberry avocado smoothie is the perfect answer.

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Vietnamese Avocado Smoothie Recipe

Our Vietnamese avocado smoothie recipe is a delicious way to enjoy this healthy fruit. It requires just a few ingredients.

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Avocado Spinach Smoothie Recipe

Our avocado spinach smoothie recipe is a brilliant option for a nutrient-packed snack. Have it any time you need a veggie boost.

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Avocado Papaya Smoothie Recipe

This avocado papaya smoothie recipe is worth a page in your smoothie book. It’s creamy, smells great, and takes just a few basic ingredients.

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Avocado Green Smoothie Recipe

Our avocado green smoothie recipe takes simple ingredients and turns them into a delicious beverage with potent health benefits.

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Avocado Berry Smoothie Recipe

Our avocado berry smoothie is the perfect combination of rich, buttery, creamy, tangy, and lightly sweet flavors and texture. A delight for the senses!

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Chocolate Avocado Smoothie Recipe

Delicious, creamy, and loaded with superfoods, our chocolate avocado recipe makes a perfect breakfast smoothie or post-workout drink.

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Apple Banana Smoothie Recipe

With simple fruits you may already have in your kitchen, our apple banana smoothie recipe makes a nutritious drink that’s ready in just minutes.

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Apple Peanut Butter Smoothie Recipe

Our apple peanut butter smoothie is fragrant, thick, and rich in flavor. If pies are your favorites, consider this smoothie a must-try.

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Green Apple Smoothie Recipe

This green apple smoothie recipe makes a delicious drink packed with nutritious fruits and veggies. It is a healthy and satisfying breakfast or snack.

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Apple Pie Smoothie Recipe

Our apple pie smoothie recipe will give you a delicious sweet treat that tastes just like your favorite autumn dessert but is much healthier.

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Apple Spinach Smoothie Recipe

This apple spinach smoothie recipe makes a nutritious, tasty blend from simple ingredients. It’s one of the best ways to load up on nutrients.

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Apple Smoothie Recipe

This easy apple smoothie recipe introduces a simple blend of 6 fresh ingredients in a cozy and irresistibly tasty smoothie.

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Kale Apple Smoothie Recipe

Our kale apple smoothie recipe offers you an amazing and healthy drink that can be made in the blink of an eye using a few simple ingredients.

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Apple Cinnamon Smoothie Recipe

This apple cinnamon smoothie recipe calls for only 7 ingredients and turns out an awesome drink. It tastes like an apple pie!

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Banana Pineapple Smoothie Recipe

This banana pineapple smoothie recipe takes just minutes and gives you a delicious, refreshing smoothie with just 8 ingredients.

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Banana Oatmeal Smoothie Recipe

If you need a smoothie for a balanced post-workout recovery drink, our banana oatmeal smoothie recipe is for you.

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Blueberry Banana Smoothie Recipe

This blueberry banana smoothie recipe contains mint, maple syrup, vanilla, milk, and vanilla ice cream, a healthy mix of complements.

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Raspberry Banana Smoothie Recipe

Our raspberry banana smoothie recipe makes a sweet and tangy smoothie that’s super thick and concentrated in flavor. It also has fun almond bits.

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Spinach Banana Smoothie Recipe

This spinach banana smoothie recipe is one of our favorites. It features the taste of fresh fruits and vegetables without any artificial flavors.

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Apple Banana Smoothie Recipe

With simple fruits you may already have in your kitchen, our apple banana smoothie recipe makes a nutritious drink that’s ready in just minutes.

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Pineapple Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe

This pineapple strawberry banana smoothie recipe combines fresh, flavorful ingredients to create a sweet and fruity drink. And it takes just 7 minutes to make.

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Banana Papaya Smoothie Recipe

Our banana papaya smoothie recipe promises a delicious experience with just 5 ingredients. It’s also got a gorgeous hue and a cooling undertaste.

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Kale Banana Smoothie Recipe

This kale banana smoothie recipe is a great way to get healthy and whole foods into your diet. It’s sweet, creamy, and full of nutrients.

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Dragon Fruit Banana Smoothie Recipe

This dragon fruit banana smoothie recipe makes a tropical, vibrant pink drink that will feast your eyes and delight your taste buds.

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Simple Banana Smoothie Recipe

This simple banana smoothie recipe brings you an easy way to make a delicious smoothie. You’ll need more than just bananas, but the ingredients are quite basic.

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Berry Banana Smoothie Recipe

Today's berry banana smoothie recipe requires only 8 ingredients, the majority of which are probably already in your refrigerator.

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Kiwi Banana Smoothie Recipe

Our kiwi banana smoothie recipe makes a sweet, tangy smoothie that’s chock full of nutrients. It’s a delicious health boost that’s easy to incorporate into your diet.

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Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe

If you need a simple, cheap, healthy and calorie-packed breakfast, we suggest you consider this strawberry banana smoothie recipe. All it takes is some berries, bananas, milk, sugar, ice cubes, and a few minutes of chopping and blending.

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Coffee Banana Smoothie Recipe

Today's coffee banana smoothie recipe is an ideal breakfast beverage with nutrient-dense calories from bananas to keep you energized. It is simple and quick.

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Mango Pineapple Banana Smoothie Recipe

Our mango pineapple banana smoothie recipe makes a tropical drink that is super tasty and so filling with only six ingredients.

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Berry

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Strawberry Pineapple Smoothie Recipe

This strawberry pineapple smoothie recipe makes a delicious tropical drink. The best part is that by using frozen fruits, you can enjoy it all year round.

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Healthy Strawberry Smoothie Recipe

This strawberry smoothie recipe calls for only four ingredients and takes you only 10 minutes to make. Surely a rejuvenating summer drink!

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Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie Recipe

The two types of berries in this strawberry blueberry smoothie recipe offer a wide range of health-beneficial vitamins and nutrients.

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Blueberry Smoothie Recipe

This blueberry smoothie recipe contains 130 calories, with most of them coming from carbs in the form of sugars and fiber.

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Triple Berry Smoothie Recipe

Today’s triple berry smoothie recipe makes a delectable family drink in just minutes using your favorite berries, milk, and honey.

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Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie Recipe

The two types of berries in this strawberry blueberry smoothie recipe offer a wide range of health-beneficial vitamins and nutrients.

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Strawberry Papaya Smoothie Recipe

Our strawberry papaya smoothie recipe is a lush drink with a gorgeous hue and beautiful flavors. You’ll only need 5 ingredients to make it.

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Strawberry Kiwi Smoothie Recipe

Our strawberry kiwi smoothie recipe makes a delicious slushie-like smoothie that chases away the summer heat. It’s super easy to make.

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Raspberry Smoothie Recipe

Our raspberry smoothie recipe takes this sweet but tart fruit into a cheerful and turns it into a drink full of color and flavor.

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Strawberry Peanut Butter Smoothie Recipe

This strawberry peanut butter smoothie recipe blends sweet berries together with rich peanut butter and thick Greek yogurt. It’s the perfect breakfast drink.

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Spinach Berry Smoothie Recipe

If you’ve never tried this combo or found a good recipe, our spinach berry smoothie is a good one to try.

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Blueberry Spinach Smoothie Recipe

This delicious and easy-to-make blueberry spinach smoothie recipe is a wonderful way to get more fruits and vegetables into your diet.

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Strawberry Orange Smoothie Recipe

Made with six ingredients, this strawberry orange smoothie recipe is an easy and delicious way to add more fruits to your diet.

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Pineapple Blueberry Smoothie Recipe

This pineapple blueberry smoothie recipe makes a summery health boost in 7 minutes. All you need is the fruits, yogurt, milk, honey, and ice.

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Blueberry Orange Smoothie Recipe

Made with blueberries, fresh orange juice, and Greek yogurt, you will want to incorporate this nutrient-dense drink into your daily routine.

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Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie Recipe

If you’re into chocolate-dipped strawberries with crushed almonds, this chocolate strawberry smoothie recipe offers something similarly delicious.

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Healthy Mango Smoothie Recipe

For this mango smoothie recipe, you can use either fresh or frozen mango pieces. With frozen mango, you’ll get a thick, sorbet texture.

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Mango Yogurt Smoothie Recipe

Loaded with yogurt and fruit, this mango yogurt smoothie recipe makes a creamy and delicious tropical drink in just 10 minutes.

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Mango Papaya Smoothie Recipe

Our mango papaya smoothie recipe is an amazing way to include healthy fruits in your diet. The drink is great for a quick snack or an energizing breakfast drink.

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Mango Raspberry Smoothie Recipe

Here is our mango raspberry smoothie recipe. It’s a refreshing and healthy beverage to enjoy over the summer. Let’s begin.

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Strawberry Mango Smoothie Recipe

This 5-ingredient strawberry mango smoothie recipe brings you a creamy, frosty, fruity glass that takes just 10 minutes to make.

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Mango Dragon Fruit Smoothie Recipe

Our mango dragon fruit smoothie recipe makes a drink that is refreshing with tropical aromas and loaded with vitamins and antioxidants.

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Pineapple Mango Strawberry Smoothie Recipe

Our pineapple mango strawberry smoothie recipe is made with 6 ingredients and takes less than 10 minutes to produce a tropical thirst-quencher.

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Green Mojito Smoothie Recipe

This green mojito smoothie recipe is a tropical take on the classic mojito, packed with fresh fruits and vegetables, minus the alcohol.

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Healthy Green Smoothie Recipe

I’m guessing the reason you searched for green smoothie recipes is that it’s healthy, it promotes weight loss, it’s “cleansing,” and it helps with digestion. As people with health concerns, we choose to hear what science says about these health statements.

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Spinach Green Smoothie Recipe

Our spinach green smoothie recipe makes a healthy treat packed with fresh fruit and leafy greens. A nutrient-rich blend in every sip!

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Pineapple Green Smoothie Recipe

This pineapple green smoothie recipe is an easy way to include more vegetables into your diet. It masks the taste of greens with delicious fruits.

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Healthy Kale Smoothie Recipe

Kale smoothie recipes are amazing. They are packed with micronutrients, yet can keep the vegetable-haters coming back for more.

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Kale Spinach Smoothie Recipe

Our kale spinach smoothie recipe requires five ingredients and takes less than 10 minutes to make a delicious and healthy smoothie at home.

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Spinach Fruit Smoothie Recipe

This banana spinach smoothie recipe is simple to prepare and is a delicious way to incorporate greens and fruits into your diet.

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Spinach Smoothie Recipe

Today’s spinach smoothie recipe will show you how to make a healthy, green drink that tastes delicious. Here are the details.

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Chocolate Spinach Smoothie Recipe

Our chocolate spinach smoothie recipe, inspired by chocolate milkshakes, yields a thick and creamy drink that is ideal for starting the day.

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Pineapple Smoothie with Milk Recipe

Try our pineapple smoothie with milk recipe for a sweet, rich, refreshing summer beverage. It requires just 6 easy-to-find ingredients!

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Healthy Pineapple Smoothie Recipe

This pineapple smoothie recipe is so simple. To save time each day, you can measure out a serving for each day of the week.

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Pineapple Coconut Smoothie Recipe

Our pineapple coconut smoothie recipe takes just 7 minutes to turn out a delicious beverage rich in both textures and flavors.

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Papaya Pineapple Smoothie Recipe

Our papaya pineapple smoothie recipes give your favorite fruits a new life! The resulting drink is silky smooth and fruity sweet.

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Orange Pineapple Smoothie Recipe

Our orange pineapple smoothie recipe is a delicious, thirst-quenching drink to add to your list. It’s a must-try this summer!

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Pineapple Ginger Smoothie Recipe

This pineapple ginger smoothie recipe is a great combination of tangy fruits, warm ginger, chia seeds, and cool mint.

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Cucumber Pineapple Smoothie Recipe

Try our cucumber pineapple smoothie recipe to add a low-calorie, tasty, nutritious drink to your repertoire. It may become your new favorite!

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Coconut Smoothie Recipe

We made this tropical coconut smoothie recipe with refreshing coconut water, creamy coconut milk, sugar, dried fruits, and crunchy nuts.

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Healthy Peach Smoothie Recipe

There are a few things to consider when attempting to make a healthy peach smoothie recipe. The main threat to a healthy drink is sugar.

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Papaya Smoothie Recipe

This papaya smoothie recipe makes a sweet, refreshing drink. It also adds notes of freshness from mints.

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Pumpkin Smoothie Recipe

Our pumpkin smoothie recipe is a healthy and nutritious way to satisfy your sweet cravings this autumn.

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Orange Smoothie Recipe

Our orange smoothie recipe will help you relieve the heat. It’s tangy, sweet, fragrant, and with a cooling sensation from mint.

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Cucumber Smoothie Recipe

Don’t let the name deceive you; this cucumber smoothie recipe contains more than just bland old boring cucumber. Let’s begin.

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Tropical Smoothie Recipe

Honestly, I am jealous of people who live in tropical countries: they get to have fresh, ripe tropical fruits all the time and at a cheap price. At the same time, I’m thankful for the next best thing they leave us with— tropical smoothies. They’re summer in a glass, and so flavorful that our team can never have enough.

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What Is a Smoothie?

Smoothies are thick beverages composed of fruits and/or vegetables and a liquid such as fruit juice, vegetable juice, milk, or even yogurt.

Smoothies have traditionally consisted of three components: a liquid (often referred to as the "base"), a variety of fruits and/or vegetables, and ice. Additionally, you can replicate the restaurant's signature cool temperature by replacing the ice with frozen fruit or vegetables.

Smoothie vs. Milkshake: What Are the Differences?

On the one hand, the term "smoothie" connotes silkiness, made from a blend of fresh fruits and other ingredients such as milk, fruit juice, seeds, or yogurt. This results in a thick and creamy texture that can be quite filling.

They are frequently used as a meal replacement by people who are dieting or attempting to lose weight. Due to the absence of dairy products, they are typically high in carbohydrates and low in fat.

Smoothies, with their high fruit and vegetable content, are considered to be healthier than milkshakes. You can increase the nutritional value of your smoothie even further by including oats and grains.

While milkshakes contain milk, they also include ice cream, fruit, and flavoring syrups. They have a thick, creamy, and frothy texture in comparison to smoothies resulting from the recipe primarily consisting of dairy products.

Vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, and other flavor syrups are used to sweeten milkshakes. They may also come with a variety of sugary and fatty toppings, including candies, whipped cream, and fruit.

Unlike smoothies, milkshakes are not considered a meal replacement, despite the fact that they contain a high amount of calcium and protein. However, you can easily alter these variables when preparing a milkshake at home to create a healthier version.

What Are the Best Things to Put in a Smoothie?

Calorie requirements vary by age, weight, hormone levels, and level of activity. If you follow our healthy eating guidelines, you'll notice that we recommend snacks, desserts, and beverages that contain less than 250 calories.

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As a result, it's critical to keep an eye on the ingredients you add to your smoothies. Here are a few healthy options that won't send your calorie count through the roof.

• Fruits

Begin with 1 cup of fruit, either fresh or frozen. Strawberries, blueberries, mangoes, bananas, pineapple, cherries, and peaches are all fantastic fruit bases.

• Veggies

If you don't mind the green color, adding a handful of spinach or kale to your beverage is a great way to boost antioxidants. These greens will also give your smoothie body, but their flavor is almost imperceptible when combined with fruit.

• Liquids

Among the liquid options are milk, non-dairy milk, coconut water, iced coffee or tea, and juice.

If you want to increase your protein intake, choose milk or pea protein milk, both of which contain between 8 and 10 grams of protein per cup.

If you're getting enough protein from other sources, coconut water or almond milk are lighter options.

A dash of juice is an excellent way to sweeten your smoothie, but be cautious of added sweeteners.

• Flavor enhancements

Cocoa powder, cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, and unsweetened matcha powder are some useful flavor enhancers. These add depth to your smoothie while also providing certain health advantages.

• Grains

Oats or other fiber-rich grains are popular additions to smoothies for certain individuals. If you add whole grains to your smoothie or fruit bowl, you'll get all of their benefits in addition to extra body.

• Protein

While whey protein, protein powder, and pea protein are popular choices, other options include almond protein, peanut protein, hemp protein, egg white protein, soy protein, and brown rice protein. When it comes to powders, simple ingredient lists work best.

If you choose this path, carefully read the labels for added or artificial sweeteners. Additionally, you should consider the protein source, particularly if you have any dietary restrictions (like avoiding dairy or soy).

• Ice

A handful of ice cubes will add more volume and give your smoothie a much silkier texture. Plus, the coldness gives the beverage a refreshing element that makes it an ideal choice for hot summer days.

FAQ

1. How to Thicken

Unfortunately, we've all had the experience of making a thin, watery smoothie, which is usually the result of using too much liquid or room-temperature ingredients.

Fortunately, there are a few strategies and items you can employ to boost the volume of your smoothies that don't include bananas.

• Start by blending frozen ingredients: Frozen fruit and vegetables behave as ice in the smoothie, keeping it cool and thick.
• Add oats: Oats give bulk and fiber to the smoothie without imparting an off-putting taste.

2. Can You Freeze

Yes, you can! Smoothies freeze well so you can store them in the freezer and they will stay fresh and last for months.

Here is how to freeze a smoothie:

1. Prepare the smoothie: Pick and make your favorite smoothie (check out our collection of 40 healthy smoothie recipes below).
2. Divide into containers: You can store your smoothie in small ice cream cups or freezer-safe containers, but remember not to fill it all the way up as the liquid expands as it freezes. If you’re keeping the smoothie in heavy-duty Ziploc bags, be sure to remove as much air from the bag as possible.
3. Freeze the smoothie: Seal the Ziploc bags or place the lid on the containers. Place them in the freezer. Now your frozen smoothie should last up to two months.

Remove the smoothie from the freezer and allow it to partially defrost before drinking. Don’t thaw it out completely as it will lose its creamy texture.

Healthy Smoothie Recipes

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These healthy smoothie recipes are the best ways to give yourself a boost of vitamins and minerals and stay hydrated on hot summer days.

Ingredients

• Avocado Banana Smoothie
• Mango Avocado Smoothie
• Avocado Smoothie
• Strawberry Avocado Smoothie
• Vietnamese Avocado Smoothie
• Avocado Spinach Smoothie
• Avocado Papaya Smoothie
• Avocado Green Smoothie
• Avocado Berry Smoothie
• Chocolate Avocado Smoothie
• Apple Banana Smoothie
• Apple Peanut Butter Smoothie
• Green Apple Smoothie
• Apple Pie Smoothie
• Apple Spinach Smoothie

Directions

1. Choose a recipe that you like.
2. Assemble all the essential ingredients.
3. Follow the instructions to make delicious and healthy smoothie in less than 20 minutes!