Smoothie Recipes & Ideas

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Low-energy bouts are a reality we all face and are constantly battling, due to our busy schedules. While a piece of chocolate or a shot of espresso can be a quick fix, there’s an even better answer: a wholesome smoothie that not only boosts your energy but also assists with the hunger that so often comes with an afternoon slump.

Three cheers for a brightly flavored breakfast smoothie that will energize those little people right out the door! The silly name says it all — the Coco Loco smoothie has a coconut base, a handful of cauliflower (trust us on this one!), and a silky-smooth texture from frozen mango. It’s a super-simple kid-friendly breakfast that’s a nice change of pace from banana-based smoothies.

With a base of frozen banana and fresh kiwi, this playful smoothie — let's call it the Green Monster — is rich in fiber and flavor!

Even though this “Banana Rama” smoothie contains zucchini and spinach, it has a sweet flavor, thanks to the classic combination of banana, peanut butter, and chocolate. If your kids love Chunky Monkey ice cream or chocolate milkshakes, the chances are high that they’ll love this healthful smoothie. This smoothie is incredibly creamy from the inclusion of frozen banana and peanut butter. (You can use Sunbutter for a nut-free option if preferred.

I know looks aren’t everything, but I think we can all agree that this fruit smoothie is a complete stunner. It blends up into the prettiest pink hue I’ve ever seen, falling somewhere between millennial pink and deep mauve. But good looks aren’t the only thing it has going for it — each sip tastes just as delicious and refreshing.

By nature, smoothies are a quick and easy breakfast that are both nourishing and convenient to enjoy when you’re on the go. But there is a way to make them even easier. The key to a smart smoothie routine isn’t just the pairing of ingredients you load in the blender — it’s knowing the best way to get a jump-start on your favorite breakfast drink by making smoothie kits in advance.

If you believe the best breakfast smoothies boast a taste of the tropics, this is the smoothie kit you need to keep in your freezer. It comes together with a medley of sweet topical fruits partnered with a pop of pungent fresh ginger and the warm flavor and golden hue of turmeric. This kit comes together with four fruity ingredients, plus a liquid of your choice and a dash of turmeric when it’s time to blend. Here’s what you’ll need.

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It won’t be long before the summer sun is sizzling, and what better way to cool off than sipping on an icy, refreshing smoothie? Lean on the fresh fruits of the moment, or start with the convenient selection from the freezer section, and you’ll be on your way to beating the heat in minutes. From tropical smoothies to berry-filled versions to one inspired by banana bread, these 20 smoothie recipes will keep you cool as the summer temps soar.

Smoothies are the answer when you need a healthy breakfast and you need it fast. They come together in a matter of minutes and make sure you start your day with a healthy helping of fruits and veggies. Throw in some protein and you’ve got a morning meal that will keep you satisfied until lunchtime. We especially love smoothies this time of year, when berries are showing up at the farmers market and warmer temperatures mean a cool, refreshing drink is just the thing you want.

You’re an adult, so of course you can have chocolate for breakfast when you feel like it. But this is different because this is how to have chocolate for breakfast without it being a piece of cake. Every sip of this creamy smoothie — made with dates, bananas, and almond butter — tastes rich and satisfying, and you can count on its wholesome and nourishing ingredients to fill you up. To get the smoothest, creamiest result possible, this drink is best when blended twice.

Spring is finally here! To celebrate the return of growth and flowers and green things, let’s all make this verdant green matcha mint milkshake. But don’t be fooled by the name — there’s no actual ice cream in here, so it’s totally fair game for breakfast. In order to avoid watering down the milkshake, the author doesn’t use ice here — instead she pours a can of coconut milk into an ice cube tray and freezes it. So smart!

If you’re trying to up your veggie intake, a great way to do so is to squeeze in a few at breakfast. That way you’re starting your day on a vegetable-filled note! Smoothies are the perfect vessels for this, as they can be super filling (if you’re smart about what you add!) and mask the flavor of things like spinach and, in this case, sweet potato and cauliflower. Yes, sweet potato and cauliflower!

When you’re smack-dab in the middle of winter — when the days are gray and the sun sets much too early — sometimes you need something cheery and bright to coax you out of your warm, cozy bed in the morning. Or perhaps you need a little pick-me-up when the 3 p.m. slump hits you hard and you feel like crawling under your desk for a nap. This lassi, which makes use of in-season Meyer lemon zest and juice, is definitely the right drink for the job.

I’m always impressed by Larabars. With only a few ingredients, the bars manage to magically taste like the flavor printed on the wrapper. Case in point? The blueberry muffin bars. Somehow dates, cashews, blueberries, lemon, and vanilla combine to taste like a blueberry muffin — and that’s the same principle behind this smoothie. Blend some dates, vanilla extract, cashew butter, blueberries, almond milk, and a banana together and voila!

Smoothies are a fast and delicious way to pack many nutrients into one quick-sipping glass. Whether you’re running out the door at the start of your day, or seeking an afternoon pick-me-up, blended concoctions make it easy to slurp up the vitamins. But smoothies aren’t just liquid fruit and vegetables. When you boost your smoothies with hearty ingredients, they can keep you satisfied and energized for longer periods of time.

Bananas and berries are a classic smoothie combination for a reason: they taste great together, both are super accessible in either fresh or frozen form, and they provide lots of energy and nutritional benefits. This smoothie builds on that reliable pairing with some high-functioning superfoods and a particularly pretty marbled effect.

A little protein can turn a smoothie from a snack to a more substantial meal, but the choices of protein powders available in my grocery aisle and online feel overwhelming and expensive, which is maybe why I’ve never found one that I love.

Sometimes a tart and fresh smoothie is just what you need to get going in the morning. The tang of yogurt and essence of lemon alone make this blend so energizing. While this one seems mellow and mild-mannered on the surface, the heat of ginger creeps in slowly, and some hidden vegetables kick in to help you power through your day. The base of this smoothie might shock you a bit. It’s frozen cauliflower!

Have you ever tried Kitchn’s smooth and creamy chocolate pudding made with avocados as the base? It’s rich and sweet, but nourishing at the same time because of the wholesome ingredients. This smoothie goes in the same direction as that pudding, but with an added mocha-like twist and a more sippable texture. The avocado is frozen ahead of time for this lush and frothy smoothie.

This sweet, citrusy, bright orange and vanilla-flecked smoothie calls to mind a certain classic ice pop confection. It’s definitely creamy and mellow, and it almost tastes like dessert, but this blend packs a huge nutritional punch to keep you energized and full all the way to lunchtime. Our secret weapons here for a filling, hearty smoothie are everyday ingredients that you may already have on hand: frozen orange segments and cooked sweet potatoes.

An update on classic PB&J, now in the form of your new favorite smoothie.

If there was ever a morning to start the day with a smoothie, this is it. From super-fresh green smoothies to tropical twists, here are 17 smoothies to help you start your day of eating leftovers with something light, wholesome, and still good to eat — or rather, drink! Frozen orange segments, coconut water, ginger, and turmeric join forces for a banana-free smoothie that’s the light and bright antidote to your Thanksgiving feast. If you have a weak spot for cardamom (guilty!

No matter how much you love turkey, mashed potatoes, and the seemingly endless stream of pies that come with the holiday season, there are times your body craves a break from the indulgence in favor of something truly nourishing. Smoothies to the rescue. Whether it’s the morning after Thanksgiving or any other day of the week, this smoothie full of bananas, dates, and cashews is a welcome respite from rich holiday fare.

While cool, crisp watermelon gets so much of the love this time of year, cantaloupe casually sits on the sidelines, waiting for someone to call it onto the field. It’s just as sweet and refreshing, but all too often lurks in the shadows of its pink counterpart, who gets blended into cocktails, tossed in salads, and more. Luckily, this smoothie changes that; it puts the orange melon right in the center of the action — exactly where it deserves to be.

One of my favorite desserts is key lime pie because I love custard-y pies with a graham cracker crust. Great for dessert, yes, but probably not the best idea for breakfast. That’s where this easy smoothie-yogurt bowl hybrid comes in. You get all the delicious flavors of key lime pie, but with more breakfast-friendly ingredients instead. The texture is decidedly more yogurt than smoothie, but the toppings are definitely inspired by the smoothie bowl trend.

Weekends are often a time to let loose and enjoy the finer things in life, like bottomless mimosas at brunch or fried cheese curds while watching a big game. But all that booze and rich food might leave your stomach feeling a little out of whack — and that’s where this smoothie comes in.

Here’s the biggest obstacle to making smoothies in my house: It can feel slightly overwhelming to assemble the ingredients into a reliably delicious mixture first thing in the morning. But smoothies can be one of the easiest ways to pack nutrition into a meal for a baby or toddler — especially if you do the prep work ahead of time.

Meet the after-dinner spritzer. This is the drink to whip up after a particularly rich meal when your belly needs some help settling after too many enthusiastic bites at dinner. Turmeric plays a starring role in this spritzer, along with orange juice and apple cider vinegar, and together with a handful of herbs, this drink becomes the delicious solution for your full tummy woes.

When you go to an ice cream shop, are you a sundae or a milkshake person? I’ve always ordered a milkshake, but I have to admit, seeing the towering sundaes loaded with toppings has always made me a little jealous. Here’s a smoothie that meets both camps halfway! Fresh banana, a healthy dose of frozen sweet cherries, milk, and a spoonful of sunflower butter (to make this nut-free) get tossed into a blender with some vanilla extract to mimic the flavor of vanilla ice cream.

Smoothies are one of our favorite breakfast options year-round, but especially in the winter because it’s an easy way to brighten the mornings by adding extra fruit to our diets. And since frozen fruit works just as well (if not better — hello, icy, creamy texture), there’s no worry about whether it’s in season. If you’re stuck in the doldrums of gray days, try these tropical smoothies.

It’s February, people, which means winter is going to be sticking around for a couple more months. How does that make you feel? Not so great? Me too. If your next tropical vacation isn’t in the near future, I have a smoothie that can help you out. You only need five ingredients to make it happen. If you’re feeling in extra need of a vacation this winter, fill your bathtub up with some warm water and dip your toes in as you sip on this smoothie.

If your winter meals are starting to look a little beige, this vibrant berry smoothie is here to help. Grab some frozen berries, an orange, some Greek yogurt, and coconut water – let’s make something delicious for breakfast. This smoothie is easy to adjust based on your preferences. You can choose any type of berry for this smoothie, but I went with frozen strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, and blueberries. Like your smoothie a little less thick?

This is my favorite smoothie to make in the morning. It’s an easy way to sneak some greens in without eating a salad. I make a bunch of smoothie packets for my freezer in advance – like 14 of them – and then I just dump one of them in the blender in the morning for a breakfast that is quick, filling, and totally delicious. If you want something a little more green, try adding an extra cup of chopped kale.