30 Smoothie Recipes Perfect for Summer
30 Smoothie Recipes
Get sipping with these easy smoothie recipes! Whether you gravitate towards protein smoothie recipes or you need a good repertoire of green smoothie recipes for an afternoon pick-me-up, these 29 healthy smoothie recipes, (plus my smoothie basics), will help you blend things up, pun intended!
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These smoothie recipes are loaded with nutrient-rich fruits and veggies, as well as protein-packed ingredients like yogurt, milk, and almond butter. But not all smoothies are created equal. Read up for all my tips and tricks so you can sip on success – it’s smoothie sailing from here!
Why You Should Make More Smoothies
Increase Nutrients in Day – Smoothies are my secret to packing in a variety of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants from fruits and veggies. Trust me, kids won’t notice the little amount of beets in your fruit smoothie recipes.
Quick and Easy – Is there anything easier than throwing all the ingredients into a blender and whizzing it up? Just blend and go!
Refreshing Hydration – Smoothies, especially those with high-water ingredients like watermelon and cucumber, can help keep you hydrated throughout the day. I love cooling down to one of my refreshing strawberry smoothie recipes, especially when I don’t really have much of an appetite in the hot summer months.
Customizable for Any Time of Day – Looking for satisfying breakfast smoothie recipes? I got you. Or do you need something light for a refreshing treat by the pool? I have lots of those too. Smoothies are incredibly versatile and great for any time of day.
Tips for Making Smoothie Recipes
Watch the order. To get a creamy smoothie add in liquids first, then soft fruits or vegetables, greens, and ice or frozen fruit on top. This helps the blender process everything smoothly.
No high-speed blender? I love my Vitamix, but these smoothie recipes will work with a regular blender, too. I recommend blending in stages, though. Start on low speed to break down the ingredients, then add harder and denser ingredients like frozen fruit and increase to high speed for a smooth texture.
Easily adjust consistency. To make your smoothie thinner, add small amounts of water, milk, or juice and blend. To make your smoothie thicker, use or add frozen fruit (especially bananas), add more ice, or add frozen yogurt.
Sweeten naturally. I like to use natural sweeteners as much as I can (save the processed sugars for desserts). Honey, maple syrup, date syrup, or ripe bananas are incredibly sweet and do an excellent job in smoothies. You can also use cut watermelon instead of plain water.
Smoothie too sweet? If your smoothie is too sweet for your liking, add a touch of lemon juice or a little bit of yogurt or milk to dilute the sweetness.
Clean the blender immediately. There’s nothing worse than dried-up gunk on the sharp blades of a blender. Rinse the blender right after making your smoothie to prevent residue from sticking. At the very least, fill it with water immediately and let it soak until you can get to it.
Smoothie Basics
Freezer Smoothie Packs – Set yourself up for success and make freezer-friendly smoothie packs to quickly blend on busy weekdays. Even kids can join in on the smoothie fun – they can throw the freezer smoothie packs into a blender and have an instant breakfast or snack ready to go.
How to Pit Cherries – No cherry pitter needed to make easy smoothie recipes with those farmstand cherries. Use your basic home kitchen tools to quickly pit cherries for snacking or adding them to your favorite fruit smoothie recipes.
How to Cut Fruit – Though it may seem obvious, cutting fruit the proper way can make a big difference in how much juice and nutrients you get from the fruit.
How to Freeze Bananas – If you’re looking for a way to preserve a bunch of bananas, you will appreciate this simple guide. Banana smoothie recipes are the best because they are naturally sweet and lend to a very creamy, thick texture. Win-win!
How to Freeze Blueberries – Freeze these berries at the peak of their season to enjoy all year long. If you love smoothie recipes with frozen fruit and berries, it’s a good idea to stock up when they are fresh and accessible.
How to Freeze Strawberries – Preserve that lush, flavorful red beauty from farmstands to enjoy year round. You’ll save money in the process and always be ready for strawberry smoothie recipes.
Protein Powder Guide – Confused about the different types of protein powders out there? If you love protein smoothie recipes, you’ll want to read up on this guide. I cover everything from animal-based protein like whey protein to vegan protein powders, including soy, hemp, and pea protein.
How to Freeze Avocados – Like bananas, avocados add incredible richness and make any smoothie oh-so-creamy! I like adding frozen avocados to fruit smoothie recipes with tropical fruits that add lots of natural sweetness.
How to Make Yogurt – If you love smoothie recipes with yogurt as much as I do, you have to give this homemade yogurt recipe a try. It will save you a bunch of money (who doesn’t appreciate money savings?) and you can control the tanginess.
How to Make Almond Butter – If you really want to take your healthy smoothie recipes to another level, whip up homemade almond butter. It’s an easy and very cost-effective way to enjoy this satisfying smoothie staple.
Best Smoothie Recipes
Smoothies are my secret to getting nutrients and a few servings of fruits and veggies all in one shot. Plus, when made right, they’re simply a delicious treat that satisfies that sweet tooth craving and fuels your day.
Breakfast Smoothie Recipes
Breakfast Coffee Smoothie – Thanks to caffeine, oats, and bananas, it’s one of my go-to protein smoothie recipes when I want a quick pick-me-up.
Pomegranate Smoothie – One of the best things about smoothie recipes with frozen fruit is enjoying winter fruit in the summer. Simple, fast, and nutrient-dense, this is an excellent smoothie if you have frozen pomegranate arils in the back of your freezer.
Mixed Berry Smoothie – This is one of my top breakfast smoothie recipes because it’s made with frozen mixed berries, banana, yogurt, almond milk, and almond butter.
Mango Pineapple Smoothie – Both mangos and pineapples are rich in vitamin C and I love blending them with Greek yogurt and coconut milk for a satisfying texture. It’s one of my favorite smoothie recipes with yogurt.
Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie – I love adding creamy peanut butter to my banana smoothie recipes.
Smoothie Bowl – If you love fruit smoothie recipes, you must try them in a bowl. Smoothie bowls are thicker than smoothies. I offer 3 different smoothie bowl recipes but the combinations and topping ideas are endless.
Chocolate Hazelnut Smoothie Bowl – Perfect for busy mornings or mid-day treats, this quick and easy chocolate smoothie bowl has rich flavor and creamy consistency. It’s one of those smoothie recipes with frozen fruit that tastes like dessert.
Green Smoothie Recipes
Superfood Smoothie – Packed with 5 nutrient-rich superfoods and easy to make – this is my kind of recipe.
Green Smoothie – If you love fruit smoothie recipes that are also filling and healthy, you need this smoothie in your daily rhythm. It’s tasty and packed with healthy ingredients, including almond milk, spinach, pineapple, avocado and chia seeds.
Avocado Smoothie – Avocado adds the same creaminess and richness and pairs well with kale, pineapple, and coconut water. It’s one of those green smoothie recipes that are deceivingly delicious.
Detox Kale Smoothie – Made with kale, celery, apples, ginger, and coconut milk, this simple smoothie will become a regular on your list of healthy smoothie recipes.
Kale Coconut Smoothie – It’s packed with nutrient-rich kale and hydrating coconut water.
Healthy Smoothie Recipes
Aloe Vera Smoothie – If you’re looking for unique smoothies, you will love this aloe vera smoothie. It’s made with filleted aloe vera gel, banana, strawberries, and coconut milk.
Mango Smoothie – A delicious smoothie with my secret superfood ingredient (ground flaxseed!).
Dragon Fruit Smoothie – If you’ve never added veggies to fruit smoothie recipes, you’re missing out. It’s an easy way to get a serving or two of vegetables in a naturally sweet and rich drink. You won’t regret giving this smoothie a shot made with fresh dragon fruit.
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie – If you like the taste of fall in the summer months, there’s no better way to enjoy that than with this tasty and creamy smoothie recipe with yogurt, pureed pumpkin, and bananas.
Date Shake – Peanut butter, bananas, and dates, oh my! It’s naturally sweet and super filling – it would make a great candidate among other breakfast smoothie recipes or as an afternoon treat.
Mango Kiwi Smoothie – If you’re looking for tropical fruit smoothie recipes that are equally delicious and nutritious, you will love this one. It’s made with fresh fruit, coconut milk, and chia seeds.
Banana Smoothie Recipes
Mango Papaya Smoothie – Use frozen tropical fruit like papaya, mango, and banana it’s a smoothie made in tropical heaven.
Pina Colada Smoothie – Sweet and perfectly satisfying, this delicious 5-ingredient smoothie is made with pineapples, banana, coconut flakes, and coconut milk.
Mango Banana Smoothie – If you’re looking for healthy smoothie recipes that are also vegan, tasty, and refreshing – you will absolutely love this mango banana smoothie. Made with frozen bananas, cauliflower, chia seeds, and coconut milk, it will quickly become a favorite.
Banana Date Smoothie – Naturally sweet, creamy, and satisfying, this tasty smoothie is made with frozen bananas, dates, almond butter, cardamom, and creamy almond milk.
Blueberry Banana Smoothie – I love to kickstart my day with this bright and refreshing smoothie. It’s one of those simple and easy smoothie recipes with yogurt that you’ll be coming back to again and again.
Cherry Smoothie – Made with fresh cherries, frozen bananas, almond butter, and Greek yogurt, this is one of my favorite banana smoothie recipes because it’s loaded with protein, nutrients, and refreshing flavor.
Strawberry Smoothie Recipes
Banana Berry Smoothie – This smoothie recipe with bananas, berries, peanut butter, and hemp seeds checks off all those boxes.
Strawberry Mango Smoothie – This fresh, flavorful, and sweet smoothie also contains a serving of vegetables.
Strawberry Protein Smoothie – It’s quick to whip up and has over 20 grams of protein per serving.
Strawberry Yogurt Smoothie – It’s one of my favorite smoothie recipes with yogurt and packs in a punch of protein too!
Strawberry Banana Smoothie – Perfect for kids, it’s made with just 4 ingredients and is naturally sweet, creamy, and ready in minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best liquid to add to a smoothie?
The best liquid depends on your taste and nutritional needs. Water is always a good option while milk, dairy, coconut, or almond milk, adds creaminess and protein. Coconut water is hydrating with natural sweetness and juice adds flavor but can also increase sugar content. Lastly, I’ll sometimes add kefir or yogurt for extra moisture and added probiotics. As you can see, you have plenty of options to choose from and it really is a matter of preference, recipe, and nutritional goals.
How can I thicken a smoothie and make it richer?
The best way to thicken a smoothie without watering it down is to use frozen fruits like bananas, strawberries, and mangoes. Another way I like to thicken a smoothie is to add naturally rich and creamy ingredients like avocados or Greek yogurt. A little goes a long way so start low and add more as needed. You can also try adding nut butter, like peanut butter or almond butter, to add richness and satisfying flavor.
Do you need ice in a smoothie?
No, you don’t need ice. You can use frozen fruit instead of ice (or fruit ice cubes for a fun twist). Making smoothie recipes with frozen fruit chills and thickens the smoothie without diluting the flavor.
Summertime means smoothie time! Whether you prefer smoothie recipes with yogurt or like to keep them plant-based and light, one thing is certain – there’s a smoothie out there for everyone. They are so incredibly customizable, refreshing, and oh-so-delicious! Sip your way through the summer months with these healthy smoothie recipes.
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