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The BEST healthy smoothie recipes that are quick, easy and full of nutrients! These delicious drinks are the perfect way to pack in lots of fresh fruits and veggies.

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Table of Contents

  • Easy Smoothie Recipes
  • Best Blender to Use
  • Favorite Protein Powder for Smoothies
  • Prepping in Advance
  • Best Healthy Smoothies
  • Favorite Smoothie Toppings

Easy Smoothie Recipes

I’m trying to eat healthier this year and smoothies have been my go-to for a quick and nutritious breakfast. When meal prepping each week, I love to make smoothie bags to stick in the freezer for an easy grab-and-go option. If you’re on the hunt for other healthy recipes, make sure to check out myhealthy snack ideas and healthy dinners too!

I absolutely love smoothies and drink one every morning! They are quick, easy and the perfect way to pack in lots of fruits and veggies. Of course I have my favorite go-to’s, but it’s definitely nice to switch it up a bit. With this list of healthy smoothie recipes, you’ll never get bored!

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Best Blender to Use

If you make a lot of smoothies, I’d recommend getting a higher quality blender. It’s worth the investment and honestly…you’ll never look back! They will turn out so creamy and have the best consistency. Especially if you’re adding in lots of rough fruits and veggies.

TheBlendtec (above) is my all-time favorite blender! I’ve had it for years and it’s held up great. Plus the quality is amazing and it blends up smoothies (and other recipes like soups, sauces and ice cream) so nicely.

One of my favorite things about the Blendtec is that it comes with a large blender base, as well as a twister jar.I typically use the large blender when I’m making smoothies for my family, since it’s bigger and can hold more volume.

The twister jar is perfect for making individual-sized smoothies. It’s smaller in size and is super easy to clean. I love that it makes just the right amount every time. Sometimes when I use the larger blender, my eyes get big and I end up making too much. The twister jar helps with portion control! I also just recently purchased this Ninja Nutri blender below. It makes the perfect single sized smoothies that are super creamy and delicious.

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Favorite Protein Powder for Smoothies

Smoothies are the perfect way to pack in extra protein. I love adding a scoop to mine so that I stay fuller for longer. It took me awhile to find a protein powder that had the right texture, taste and didn’t upset my stomach. If you don’t normally add it to your smoothies, I’d recommend starting with 1/2 scoop and then increase to a full scoop once you’re sure that you like the taste and know it agrees with your stomach.

  • Clean Simple Eats Vanilla is my absolute favorite type. I also have the chocolate version too.
  • PEScience is another good option that you can buy on Amazon.
  • Cotsco is another great place to get protein powders for a cheaper price.
  • Other protein powders that I’ve used and liked are HIGH Protein, Ideal Lean and Your Super (this one is plant based).

TIP: There are lots of other ways to add more protein to your smoothies! Try adding in a scoop of collagen, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, nut butter, egg whites, flaxseed or chia seeds.

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Prepping in Advance

One of my favorite things to do when meal prepping is to make smoothie bags. I just portion out the fruit and veggies and place in zip top bags in the freezer. Then when I’m ready to make one, all I need to do is add the other ingredients like milk or yogurt. So easy and the best way to set yourself up for success! I always have a couple of these bags stocked in my freezer for busy mornings.

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Best Healthy Smoothies

This list includes green smoothies recipes, breakfast smoothies, protein smoothies, veggie smoothies, fruit smoothie recipes and more. No matter what kind you’re searching for…you’re bound to find it here. :)

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Strawberry Banana Smoothie

This healthy strawberry banana smoothie is the perfect way to welcome the new year! It only takes 5 ingredients and 5 minutes to make. It's the perfect drink to curb those sweet cravings!

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

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Best Green Smoothie Recipe

The bestgreen smoothierecipe is a nutrient-packed blend of fruits and vegetables! It’s healthy, vibrant and easy to make with only 4 ingredients in 5 minutes.

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

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Pineapple Smoothie

This healthy pineapple smoothie is creamy, refreshing and tastes downright tropical. It's easy to make in only 5 minutes with 5 ingredients and is perfect for breakfast, snack, or anytime you crave something sweet and fruity!

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

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Watermelon Smoothie Recipe

This watermelon smoothie is the perfect drink on a hot summer day! It's cold, creamy, naturally sweet and super refreshing. It has the perfect amount of watermelon flavor.

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

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Protein Smoothie Recipe

This healthy berry protein smoothie takes only 5 minutes to make with 6 simple ingredients. It's packed full of protein, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals and tastes so delicious!

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

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Avocado Smoothie

Thick, creamy and absolutely delicious avocado smoothie that only takes 5 ingredients and 5 minutes to make. The perfect springtime smoothie that's fresh and full of flavor!

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

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Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Smoothie

Incredibly healthy and delicious, this quick cinnamon roll breakfast smoothie is the perfect breakfast to start off the day!

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

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Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie

This thick and creamy peanut butter banana smoothie is a family favorite! Tastes like a milkshake, but much better for you!

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

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Kale Smoothie Recipe

This kale smoothie is easy to make for breakfast with banana, kale, Greek yogurt and berries! It's a delicious high protein smoothie with amazing taste.

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

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Smoothie bowl recipe

This smoothie bowl is one of my favorites! It is a great way to start your day, or finish it!

Total Time: 10 minutes minutes

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Easy Mango Smoothie Bowl

This easy mango smoothie bowl is a refreshing and healthy breakfast option that will make you feel like you're on a tropical island! Top it with a few extra mango chunks, some delicious almonds or perhaps some chia seeds and you have a tropical, protein packed bowl of deliciousness.

Total Time: 10 minutes minutes

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Acai Smoothie

A 3 ingredient acai smoothie made with the right balance of juicy sweetness and lip-smacking citrus. A delicious blend of powerhouse fruit, perfect for an early morning jolt or an afternoon pick me up!

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

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Acai Berry Bowl

This healthy acai berry bowl is a sweet and simple way to combine fresh juice and your favorite frozen fruits. A thick creamy smoothie bowl ready to be customized with all the best toppings is a quick and easy breakfast, perfect for adults and kids alike!

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

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Pina Colada Smoothie

This pina colada smoothie is a tropical mix of frozen pineapple and coconut milk blended into a refreshing drink! Made with 3 simple ingredients, this healthy smoothie recipe is a creamy, cool and satisfying way to begin the day.

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

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Peach Smoothie

A thick, creamy, refreshingpeach smoothieis perfect for summer sipping! It's made with just 4 simple and flexible ingredients, including Greek yogurt, and frozen fruit, then sweetened with a bit of honey!

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

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Favorite Smoothie Toppings

Don’t forget the toppings! All of these smoothie recipes taste delicious as-is, but adding on extra toppings really takes them up a notch. Below are some of my absolute favorite toppings.

  • Granola
  • Shredded coconut or coconut flakes
  • More fresh fruit slices
  • Nuts
  • A drizzle of nut butter
  • Chia seeds
  • A drizzle of honey
  • Hemp seeds
  • Sprinkle of cinnamon
  • Cereal
  • Dried fruit

Categorized as: Beverages, Freezer-Friendly, Recipe Roundup, Vegetarian

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Jamielyn Nye is the founder and recipe creator at I Heart Naptime. She is also the author of the I Heart Naptime Cookbook. Here you will find easy family-friendly recipes for every occasion.

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9 comments

    • Doris

    Great recipes. Looking forward to trying some. Thanks.

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      • I Heart Naptime

      Hi Doris! Let me know if you have any questions on any of the recipes! Thanks for following along with me.

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    • Sabrina

    Wow! This is definitely what I needed to get out of my smoothie rut! Thank you!!

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    • Stephanie

    Love all of the choices here!

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    • Toni

    I LOVE this list! So many inspired options.

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    • Stef

    Woah… what an amazing list! This is going to be my guide every time I want a smoothie. I’ll see how many of them I can try!

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    • Amy @ Amy’s Healthy Baking

    SO many delicious recipes — I don’t know where to start! ;) Thank you so much for including one of my smoothie recipes! That truly means a lot to me! :)

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    • krissy

    smoothies are my kids favorite snacks. im always trying to sneak healthy indgredients in them. thanks for all the delicious looking options.

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    • Julie Blanner

    So many choices, can’t decide what to make first! These all sound delicious!

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FAQs

What is the healthiest thing to put in a smoothie? ›

For starters, she recommends combining:
  • Protein, such as a commercial protein powder, Greek yogurt (which is higher in protein than regular yogurt) or nut butters.
  • Fruit, including berries, mango, bananas and avocado.
  • Greens, such as spinach or kale.
  • A liquid base such as dairy or plant-based milk, water or fruit juice.

What is the most important ingredient in a smoothie? ›

A healthy smoothie should include some protein and fiber to help keep you full and provide antioxidants, vitamins and minerals—typically from fruits and vegetables.

What is the best liquid to put in a smoothie? ›

This can be milk, or a dairy-free alternative such as soya or almond milk, natural or flavoured yogurt, fruit juice, or for a tropical flavoured smoothie, low-fat coconut milk or coconut water. It's important to add the liquid to your blender before adding the fruit, as this will prevent the blade from getting damaged.

What are the best ingredients for smoothies to lose weight? ›

So focus on those nutrient-dense ingredients that not only help fuel your body but also offer other benefits to support weight loss: Berries, bananas, unsweetened nut butters, avocados, and greens like spinach and kale.

What to avoid when making smoothies? ›

Be it maple syrup, honey, agave, coconut sugar, or any other form of added sugar, too much sweetener is where many smoothies go astray. Other added sugars may come in the form of plant-based milks (sometimes even in original varieties) and flavored yogurts.

What fruits not to mix in a smoothie? ›

For those who want to consume smoothies with bananas, or other high PPO activity fruits and vegetables such as beet greens, the suggestion is to not combine them with flavanol-rich fruits such as berries, grapes and cocoa.

What is the best fruit to put in a smoothie to lose weight? ›

For a smoothie that delivers fiber, healthy fats, and flavor while keeping the calories and added sugars to a minimum, try our avocado-berry smoothie. The chia seeds and three types of berries (blackberries, strawberries, and blueberries) provide fiber, while the avocado provides a dose of healthy fats.

Are smoothies good for weight loss? ›

To keep calories in check and to create a more filling smoothie, Smith recommends packing one's smoothie with vegetables and including a protein source such as protein powder, nut butter or Greek yogurt. "Smoothies can absolutely aid with weight loss when a satiating, calorie-controlled recipe is prepared," she says.

What fills you up in a smoothie? ›

Flaxseed, Chia, or Nut Butter

Adding some healthy fat will not only help your body absorb fat soluble vitamins, it also contributes to feelings of fullness. Ground flaxseed, chia, and peanut butter or almond butter are all great choices.

What thickens a smoothie? ›

No ice: If you don't have ice, you can use frozen fruit, oats, chia seeds, yogurt, or nuts and nut butter to thicken your smoothie. No frozen fruit: Add a scoop of raw oats or chia seeds into the blender instead. No yogurt: You can swap yogurt with nut butter to thicken a smoothie.

Do you put ice in smoothies? ›

Typically you would add ice to a smoothie, but if your fruit is pre-frozen, it is unnecessary to use ice. Adding fruit juice is a good option, but remember to be aware of the sugar content of any fruit juice you are adding to your smoothie. 3.

Is it better to use water or milk in smoothies? ›

If you're looking to cut calories and sugar from your diet, water is the perfect choice for liquid for smoothies. Not only is it calorie-free and sugar-free, but it's also money-free! Water is the ideal choice if you're trying to lose weight, as drinking water helps you burn calories and stay hydrated.

What is the #1 fat burning fruit? ›

Apples take the prize for the number one fruit for weight loss for many reasons. A large apple has 5 grams of fiber, which is a mix of soluble and insoluble fiber. Both types are needed for health, but soluble fiber helps regulate your appetite by delaying gastric emptying, which keeps you fuller for longer.

What powder should I add to my smoothie for weight loss? ›

Best protein powder for weight loss
  1. Best for vegans: Orgain Organic Protein Powder. ...
  2. Best for low carbohydrates: Premier Protein 100% Whey. ...
  3. Best for purity: NOW Sports Whey Protein Powder. ...
  4. Best for a gluten-free diet: Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey. ...
  5. Best for minimal ingredients: Naked Whey.

What is the healthiest way to sweeten a smoothie? ›

For example, you can use ripe fruits that are naturally sweet, such as bananas, mangoes, or berries, to sweeten your smoothie. Additionally, options like stevia, a calorie-free natural sweetener extracted from the stevia plant, offer a zero-calorie way to add sweetness to your smoothie.

Are smoothies everyday good for you? ›

While they provide several health benefits, drinking too many smoothies can negatively affect your health. They can add a lot of unforeseen calories, especially when a smoothie is simply a beverage with a meal.

How can we make sure a smoothie is healthy? ›

Adding vegetables is a great way to get in more vitamins and minerals. They're loaded with fibre and a variety of nutrients for all sorts of health benefits. Vegetables like kale, spinach, beets, and carrots are commonly used in smoothies. For extra hydration, cucumbers or celery work wonders.

What superfoods to put in a smoothie? ›

Top 7 Superfoods to Add to Your Smoothies
  • Cacao. Cacao, not cocoa, has been shown in some studies to help support circulation. ...
  • Goji Berries. ...
  • Maca. ...
  • Chia Seeds. ...
  • Turmeric. ...
  • Collagen. ...
  • Matcha.
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