11 Refreshing Smoothie Recipes to Boost Your Fruit and Veggie Intake (2024)

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Laura Denby

Laura Denby is New York-based food and drink writer with a degree in Culinary Arts from the Institute of Culinary Education and a WSET level 2 Award in Wine and Spirits. After years of cooking in professional kitchens, she now spends her time experimenting with the newest kitchen and home products and writing about them. She loves to cook, travel, drink wine and hang with her rescue pup, Eddie.

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Updated on April 8, 2021

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It's no secret that eating enough fruits and veggies every day can be challenging. If you're struggling to incorporate produce into mealtime, why not drink it instead? With these refreshing smoothie recipes, getting your nutrients is easier than ever. Whether it be for breakfast, lunch, snack, or dinner, smoothies are the perfect way to increase your daily intake of fruits and veggies.

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Protein-Packed Smoothie

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Refreshing, healthy and satisfying, this strawberry banana smoothie recipe is fantastic for breakfast, lunch, or even a post-workout pick-me-up. Want to pack in even more protein and flavor? Add a scoop of thick, creamy peanut butter!

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Really Red Power Smoothies

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A perfect combination of fruits and vegetables, this smoothie recipe with yogurt is a sneaky way to add extra nutrients to your kids' breakfasts. They'll never taste the hidden cauliflower and pepper over the perfectly sweet and tart raspberries and strawberries.

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Sweet Honey-Ginger Beet and Mango Smoothies

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Looking for a protein-packed smoothie that boasts flavor and nutrients at the same time? Beets and bell peppers are the way to go. Don't worry, they get sweetened up with some mango, honey, and ginger in this refreshing smoothie recipe.

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Orange Creamsicle Smoothie

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With this fruit smoothie recipe, you can enjoy all the same refreshing citrus flavor featured in the classic freezer pops—minus all the added sugars. This easy smoothie recipe is sweet enough on its own, thanks to a tablespoon of orange juice concentrate and the natural sugars in the vanilla yogurt (the latter also imparts the "cream")!

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Blueberry-Pineapple Smoothie

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Blend frozen fruit, yogurt, orange juice, and (surprise!) baby spinach for a sweet smoothie recipe. This is a green smoothie recipe in disguise, because the berries hide any trace of the color or flavor of spinach. Yes, that means this is an easy sell—even for picky eaters.

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Spiced Sweet Potato and Coconut Smoothies

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Searching for a healthy smoothie recipe filled with fall flavors? This simple smoothie recipe combines sweet potatoes with yogurt and milk. For a healthy spin on the oh-so-coveted PSL, add a dash of cinnamon―plus nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.

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Kiwi-Pineapple Smoothies

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Don't worry, we won't tell the kids this fruit smoothie recipe is actually packed with spinach. Blended with yogurt and banana, this smoothie recipe is creamy, rich, and full of antioxidants, iron, and vitamin A.

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Pink Power Smoothies

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Blended with Greek yogurt, watermelon, and strawberries, no one will guess that this smoothie recipe is hiding more than a cup of cauliflower! Start your day on a nutritious note with this perfect breakfast smoothie recipe.

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Sweet Beets and Greens Smoothies

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Never thought of beets and greens in a smoothie together? This vegetable smoothie recipe will change your mind. Sweet beets, tart blueberries, and good-for-you kale combine in this vitamin-packed strawberry smoothie recipe. Not a fan of pomegranate juice? No problem, try cranberry juice instead.

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PB&J Smoothies

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These childhood favorites meet again in our peanut butter-packed, jelly-filled smoothie recipe. The addition of a banana and Greek yogurt creates a luxurious, creamy texture. The best part? This recipe is totally customizable and can be adapted with your go-to jelly flavor.

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Raspberry-Citrus Swirly Smoothies

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Raspberries and OJ create a dazzling drink that's equal parts delicious and nutritious in this swirled smoothie recipe. Blend each part separately then swirl together for a show-stopping beverage that will impress.

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FAQs

What liquid to put in smoothies? ›

Start your smoothie with two mugfuls of a liquid base. 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.

What is the most important ingredient in a smoothie? ›

Here are a few critical ingredients to consider for your next smoothie. 1. Protein: Protein is essential for helping our bodies function and help keep us feeling full.

What can make a smoothie unhealthy? ›

Smoothies are high in sugar.

Free sugars include any added sugars (including honey and maple syrup) and are the kind we should all be cutting down on to protect our teeth as well as lower our energy intake to help maintain a healthy weight.

Can I drink a fruit and vegetable smoothie everyday? ›

A typical smoothie is a drink made from mixed fruits or vegetables, and there are many ways to make one. 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.

What raw vegetables can you put in a smoothie? ›

Vegetables with a high water content (fresh zucchini, cucumber and bell pepper) also blend well. For heartier veggies like carrots, beets and cauliflower, gently steam them ahead of time. You can also buy flash-steamed frozen vegetables. The frozen veggies will make your smoothie extra cold.

What should I put in my smoothie to make it taste better? ›

Blend in some spices: Spices like cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cardamom can all help to add a subtle sweetness to your smoothie without any added sugar.

What 3 fruits go well together in a smoothie? ›

The best three (3) fruits combination for a smoothie are strawberries, mangoes, and pineapple. This strawberry pineapple and mango smoothie is easy to make with some simple ingredients.

Is 2 cups of fruit too much for a smoothie? ›

Though fruit is a healthy smoothie ingredient, you can get too much of a good thing —i n the form of calories and carbs. A general rule of thumb is to stick to around 1 cup of fruit per smoothie. That's about a serving.

What is the sweetest fruit for smoothies? ›

Bananas add a creamy texture and a natural sweetness to any smoothie. They pair well with almost any other fruit and are rich in potassium. Berries (Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries): Berries are packed with antioxidants and vitamins. They add a vibrant color and a tangy flavor to your smoothie.

Is it OK to have a veggie smoothie everyday? ›

The answer is yes, absolutely. Green smoothies are still a great way to get the nutrients your body craves. But, as with anything else, be mindful of your choices — rotate your ingredients, wash produce thoroughly and allow yourself a few “smoothie-free” days every week so you can try other nutrient-dense foods.

Are homemade fruit and veggie smoothies healthy? ›

Benefits of a diet high in fruits and vegetables include lower risk of diseases such as diabetes, obesity, cancer, and cardiovascular disease (Slavin & Lloyd, 2012). Smoothies may be an effective way to increase the amount of fruits and vegetables in our diets (Bates & Price, 2015).

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