13 Healthy Smoothie Recipes You’ll Regret Not Trying

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Last Updated on January 30, 2024 by Toya

Need tasty smoothie ideas? Here are 13 delicious, nourishing, and health-packed smoothie recipes that you’ll absolutely regret not trying. These recipes, packed with vitamins, minerals, and fibers, are the perfect way to start your mornings!

Green Smoothie

Need a really good green smoothie recipe? This one is exactly what you need. All you need is spinach, kale, avocado, and a few other easy-to-find ingredients to make this creamy, nutritious green smoothie recipe!

This is a refreshing green smoothie that combines the creamy goodness of avocado with the nutrient-packed power of kale and spinach. Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients:

  • ½ ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
  • 1 cup fresh kale leaves, stems removed
  • 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 banana, peeled
  • 1 cup almond milk (or any preferred milk)
  • 1 tablespoon flax meal
  • 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (optional, for sweetness)
  • Ice cubes (optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a blender, combine all the ingredients.
  2. Blend everything until smooth and creamy. If the consistency is too thick, you can add more almond milk until you reach your desired texture.
  3. If you like your smoothie cold, you can add ice cubes and blend again until they are fully incorporated.
  4. Pour the green smoothie into a glass and enjoy.

Blueberry Smoothie

blueberry smoothie

Blueberry smoothie has never tasted so good! If you’re looking for an antioxidant-rich smoothie, you have to give this one a try.

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe to follow:

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup frozen blueberries
  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or any yogurt of your choice)
  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional, depending on your sweetness preference)
  • Ice cubes (optional, for a colder and thicker consistency)
  • Fresh blueberries and mint (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

  • In a blender, add the frozen blueberries, ripe banana, Greek yogurt, milk, honey (if using) and chia seeds.
  • If you want a thicker smoothie or a colder temperature, you can also add a handful of ice cubes.
  • Blend the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  • Pour the blueberry smoothie into glasses and serve immediately.

Banana Smoothie

You can never go wrong with a classic banana smoothie. This smoothie blends ripe bananas, smooth almond milk, some Greek yogurt, and a drizzle of honey into a creamy, dreamy drink. Plus, you can really ramp up the nutritional value, with a sprinkle of chia seeds or a scoop of protein powder.

Here’s an easy banana smoothie recipe:

Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt (Greek yogurt or regular yogurt)
  • 1/2 cup milk (you can use dairy or a dairy-free alternative like almond milk)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, depending on your sweetness preference)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup ice cubes (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Peel the ripe bananas and place them in a blender.
  2. Add all the other ingredients as well.
  3. Finally, add the ice cubes to make the smoothie cold and refreshing.
  4. Blend all the ingredients until smooth and creamy.
  5. Enjoy immediately!

Peach Smoothie

Peach smoothies don’t have to be boring. And, this easy recipe shows you just how to make the best peach smoothie ever!

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups frozen, ripe peaches
  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1/4 cup plain or vanilla yogurt (Greek yogurt or regular yogurt)
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or a dairy-free alternative like almond milk)
  • 1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional; adjust based on sweetness preference)

Instructions:

  1. Blend all the ingredients until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.
  2. Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or thickness by adding more honey, milk, or a few ice cubes if necessary.
  3. Pour into glasses and enjoy!

Strawberry Smoothie

strawberry smoothie

You can’t make a roundup of smoothies without adding a strawberry smoothie to the list. This easy, creamy strawberry smoothie recipe is so good, you’ll want to make it over and over again!

Here’s a quick recipe!

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries (hulled if fresh)
  • 1 banana, peeled
  • ½ cup plain or vanilla yogurt (Greek yogurt or regular yogurt)
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or a dairy-free alternative like almond milk)
  • 1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust based on sweetness preference)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup ice cubes

Instructions:

  1. Blend all the ingredients until smooth and creamy.
  2. Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or thickness by adding more honey, milk, or ice cubes if necessary.
  3. Pour into glasses and enjoy immediately!

Chocolate Smoothie

chocolate smoothie

Whoever said chocolate couldn’t be part of a healthy diet didn’t know about this creamy chocolate smoothie. I mean, come on! What’s not to love about a rich, chocolaty indulgence that’s actually good for you?

Ingredients:

  • 1 ripe banana, peeled
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or a dairy-free alternative like almond milk)
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (unsweetened)
  • 1-2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • ½ cup ice cubes (optional)

Optional toppings:

  • Whipped cream
  • Chocolate shavings
  • Sliced bananas

Instructions:

  1. Blend all the ingredients until smooth and creamy.
  2. Pour the chocolate smoothie into a glass.
  3. If desired, top your chocolate smoothie with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or sliced bananas.
  4. Enjoy!

Kiwi Smoothie

kiwi smoothie

Need a quick recipe for a kiwi smoothie? This kiwi smoothie, with its vibrant and refreshing blend of ripe kiwis, banana, yogurt, milk, and a touch of sweetness, creates a deliciously smooth and tropical concoction.

Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe kiwis, peeled and sliced
  • 1 banana, peeled
  • 1 cup pineapple
  • 1/ 2 cup plain yogurt (Greek yogurt or regular yogurt)
  • 1/ 2 cup milk (dairy or a dairy-free alternative like almond milk)
  • 1 cup ice cubes (optional)

Optional toppings:

  • Sliced kiwi
  • Chia seeds
  • Mint leaves

Instructions:

  1. Blend all the ingredients until smooth and creamy.
  2. Pour into glasses.
  3. If desired, top your kiwi smoothie with sliced kiwi, chia seeds, or mint leaves.
  4. Enjoy!

Watermelon Smoothie

Watermelon Smoothie

If you’re looking for a refreshing smoothie, then this watermelon smoothie recipe is exactly what you need. All you need is fresh watermelon, a little lime squeeze and a touch of mint.

This drink is as tasty as it is hydrating. Perfect for those sweltering summer days. Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients:

  1. 2 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
  2. 1 small lime

Instructions:

  1. Cube the seedless watermelon, ensuring there are no seeds.
  2. Place the watermelon cubes in a blender.
  3. Blend the watermelon and lime juice until smooth.
  4. Pour the watermelon smoothie into a glass and enjoy this refreshing drink!

Pineapple Ginger Smoothie

pineapple smoothie

Are you craving a tropical fruit smoothie? If you are, then this pineapple ginger smoothie is exactly what you need. This refreshing blend of tropical flavors, combines fresh pineapple chunks, banana, yogurt, coconut milk, and a hint of zesty grated ginger for a delightful and invigorating smoothie. See how to make it here.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or use canned pineapple chunks, drained)
  • 1 banana, peeled
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt (Greek yogurt or regular yogurt)
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk (or any milk of your choice) or Pineapple juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 cup ice cubes (optional)

Optional toppings:

  • Sliced pineapple
  • Toasted coconut flakes

Instructions:

  1. Blend all the ingredients until smooth and creamy.
  2. If desired, top your smoothie with sliced pineapple, or toasted coconut flakes.
  3. Enjoy!

Vanilla Smoothie

Vanilla Smoothie

Ready for a luscious smoothie? You must try this easy vanilla smoothie recipe!

Ingredients:

  • 1 /2 cup vanilla almond milk
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • 1 banana, peeled
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt (Greek yogurt or regular yogurt)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (adjust based on sweetness preference)
  • 1 cup ice cubes

Instructions:

  1. Blend all the ingredients until smooth and creamy.
  2. Pour the vanilla smoothie into glasses and enjoy!

Mango Smoothie

Mango smoothie

Have you ever had a mango smoothie? If not, you’ll definitely want to give this one a try! This smoothie is made with juicy ripe mangoes blended with yogurt, milk and some honey. Check out the recipe below:

Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted, and chopped (or 2 cups of frozen mango chunks)
  • 1 ripe banana, peeled
  • 1 cup plain yogurt (Greek yogurt or regular yogurt)
  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or a dairy-free alternative like coconut milk or almond milk)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (adjust based on sweetness preference)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup ice cubes

Optional toppings:

  • Sliced mango
  • Coconut flakes

Instructions:

  1. Peel, pit, and chop the ripe mangoes, or use pre-cut frozen mango chunks.
  2. Place the mango chunks in a blender.
  3. Add all the other ingredients to the blender.
  4. Blend all the ingredients until smooth and creamy.
  5. Pour the mango smoothie into glasses. Enjoy!

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