Emily Laurae
Smoothies pack all the healthy fruitsvegetablesand protein you need into a delicious blend that comes together in just minutes. Making homemade smoothies is simpleand they taste even better than store-bought smoothie packs. For more inspiration on smoothie combos to create at homewe've rounded up our best smoothie recipesincluding both fruit and vegetable-based optionsall packed with the good things.
Banana-Blueberry Smoothie
Jacob Fox
With just three ingredientsthis banana-blueberry smoothie is an all around winner. In addition to the fruitsall you need is nonfat plain yogurt—and your blender!
Banana-Oat Smoothie
Jason Donnelly
Like many of our best smoothie recipesthis one is versatile. The recipe calls for old-fashioned rolled oatsbut you can use quick-cooked oats if that’s what you have on hand. The low-fat yogurt and fat-free milk can also be substituted for any type of yogurt or milkincluding non-dairy varieties.
Avocado-Banana Smoothie
Fresh tasting with a luscious mouthfeelthis is our favorite avocado smoothie—and it's vegan to boot. The green fruit makes it rich so there's no need for yogurt or other dairywhile the banana gives a delicate sweetness and creamy texture that's just what any smoothie needs.
Pineapple and Ginger Smoothie
This smoothie is all about the pineapple. You can use fresh or frozen pineapple chunksbut frozen gives the drink a thickermore luxurious flavor. The sweetness of the pineapple is tempered by the refreshing bite of fresh gingerwhile low-fat yogurt adds proteinand a touch of cinnamon brings it all together.
Peanut Butter Berry Smoothie
Consider this dairy-free drink the smoothie version of a PBJ. There’s creamy peanut butter and frozen mixed berriesas well as banana and almond milk. No sweeteners are neededa pinch of salt brings the flavors into harmony.
Smoothie Parfait
Jam-packed with superfoods that will keep you charged and ready to go for the day aheadthis smoothie parfait recipe is a winner. Plusyou can make it the night before so you can grab and go in the morning.
Turmeric-Mango Smoothie
Mangoes are full of nutrients and add a subtle tropical sweetness that makes this smoothie so delicious. But perhaps the winning ingredients here are fresh turmerican inflammation-fighting superfoodand a pinch of black pepperwhich helps absorb all the antioxidants turmeric provides. Trulya liquid gold!
Orange-Vanilla Shake
This sunny citrus smoothie is basically a more fiber-rich version of an Orange Julius. For a dairy-free versionyou can use any milk alternative. Yogurt or even drinkable kefir can also add a touch of creaminessjust like a nostalgic orange Creamsicle pop.
Martha's Favorite Green Juice
Emily Laurae
Our founder's favorite immune-boosting treat. Celeryparsleypearsorangecucumberand fresh ginger are blended together to create a cocktail of nutritious fruits and vegetables. Howeverit is so versatileyou can easily mixmatchand swap ingredients to give it your own flare.
Berry-Banana Kefir Bowl
Gut-friendly kefir makes a tangycreamy foundation for this smoothie-in-a-bowl. The best part? You can customize it to your liking by adding healthy toppingslike fresh fruitnutsor seeds.
Cucumber Blueberry Smoothie
Brimming with antioxidantsthis fresh-flavored smoothie will be a nicecooling treat mid-summer or when you simply need a good-for-you breakfast that's quick and easy to blend.