Are you always on-the-go and have no time to prepare a meal? Perhaps you are also trying to watch your weight and looking to change your food? You might want to try smoothies! All you need is a blender, a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, a measuring cup, and you’re all good to go! Fresh smoothies are a great way to start a healthy lifestyle for you and the whole family. Plus, it is also perfect for the upcoming summer season, isn’t it? We have 15 smoothie recipes in store for you today and we have included the ingredients for each. Do feel free to add or remove ingredients to your liking. Whether you are looking to make a smoothie with or without yogurt or experimenting with whole foods, you can definitely play around and add variety to your smoothies. Now it’s time to take out your blenders and check out these easy and healthy smoothies you can try at home!

The answer to that is pretty simple. It would absolutely depend on what you throw in the blender. A healthy drink can easily turn into a sugary milkshake and gives you more calories. So, what’s the secret to creating a filling, rich in nutrients smoothie? Stick to whole foods—fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables. Here are some of the many hearty ingredients you can include in making a healing smoothie!

Got a crazy morning ahead of you? Forget the caffeine and wake up to the natural nutrients from blended fruits and veggies. This is an excellent choice for a healthy, first meal for on-the-go parents that will not only fulfill your morning cravings, but are also rich in vitamins and minerals. A smoothie will help you focus and finish your to-do lists for the day.

Strawberry Banana Oatmeal

• 2 cups of frozen strawberries
• 1 frozen banana
• 1 cup of vanilla low-fat yogurt
• 1/2 cup of rolled oats
• 1 tbsp of honey or maple syrup

Creamy Avocado Banana Smoothie

• 1 small banana 
• 1/4 cup of fresh avocado
• 1/2 cup greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp of chia seeds
• 1 tbsp of honey or maple syrup 

Vanilla Watermelon Smoothie

• 2 cups of chopped, seedless watermelon
• 1/4 cup of unsweetened almond milk or any milk of choice
• 1 tbsp of vanilla low-fat yogurt
• 1 cup of ice

Four Seasons Smoothie

• 1/2 cup of frozen pineapple
• 1/2 cup of peaches
• 1/2 cup of mangoes
• 1 small banana
• 1/2 cup chia seeds
• 1/2 cup of unsweetened almond milk or any milk of choice

Mango Kale Smoothie

• 1 cup of chopped kale
• 1 cup of mango
• 1/2 greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup of unsweetened almond milk or any milk of choice
• 1 tbsp of honey or maple syrup

Did you binge over the weekend with local desserts from a family gathering? Or maybe you have been longing to boost your immune system, but just don’t know where to start? Well, you don’t need to starve yourself to cleanse the toxins out of your body! This list of smoothie recipes is not only deliciously healthy, but also promotes gut health and reduces bloating.

Total Green Smoothie

• 1 cup of smoothie
• 1 cup of kale
• 1 piece rib of celery
• 1 medium-sized apple
• 1 small banana
• 1 cup of chia seeds
• 1 tbsp of honey or maple syrup
• 3/4 cup of unsweetened almond milk or any milk of choice

Citrus Celery Smoothie

• 2 tubs of celery
• 1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon
• 1/2 sliced cucumber
• 1 cup of spinach
• 1 cup of water

Banana Spinach and Ginger Smoothie

• 1 small banana
• 1 cup of spinach
• 1 small clove of chopped ginger
• 3/4 cup of unsweetened almond milk or any milk of choice
• 1 tbsp of honey or maple syrup

Tropical Carrot Smoothie

• 1 small banana
• 1 cup of shredded carrots
• 1 cup of strawberry
• 1 cup of mango
• 1/2 cup of water or ice cubes

Creamy Tomato Smoothie

• 5 cherry tomatoes
• 1 rib of celery
• 1 cup of sliced cucumber
• 1 peeled, seedless lime
• 1/2 cup of unsweetened almond milk or any milk of choice

Are you going for a run or doing a HIIT exercise and in need of light yet a delicious source of energy? Switch your guilt-free snacks to smoothies that are loaded with healthy carbs and protein. These whole food blends will help increase your endurance and have you feeling satisfied that will keep you going throughout your whole workout.

Mixed Berry Banana Smoothie

• 1 small banana
• 1 cup of frozen mixed berries
• 1 cup of low-fat yogurt
• 3/4 cup of low-fat milk
• 1 tsp flax seeds
• 1 cup of water

Mocha Banana Oatmeal Smoothie

• 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk or any milk of choice
• 1 small banana
• 2 cups of rolled oats
• 1 shot of espresso

Cocoa Oatmeal Smoothie

• 1/4 cup of rolled oats
• 1 tsp of raw cocoa powder
• 1 small banana
• 1 tbsp of flaxseed
• 1 tsp of vanilla extract or honey or maple syrup
• Dash of cinnamon powder

Peanut Butter Berry Smoothie

• 1 cup of mixed berries
• 2 tbsp of peanut butter
• 1 1/2 cup of unsweetened almond milk or any milk of choice

Apple Pecan Oatmeal Smoothie

• 1 cup of apple cider
• 1/2 vanilla greek low-fat yogurt
• 1/4 cup of rolled oats
• 2 tbsp of pecans
• 1/4 tsp of cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp of nutmeg
• 1 cup of ice cubes

Sources:

Breana Killeen, The Best & Worst Smoothie Ingredients, June 2018.

Cleveand Clinic, How To Make Healthy and Delicious Smoothies, February 2021.

Kate Merker & Samantha Macavoy, How To Make a Smoothie Like an Absolute Mix Master, Oct 2020.

Modern Honey, 6 Healthy Superfood Smoothies, March 2016.

Tiffany Ayuda, 35 Healthy Smoothie Receips for a Filling, Energizing Breakfast in 2020, Oct 2020.