You'll want to sip on these healthy smoothie recipes all day long. Since they're full of fruits and veggies that's totally OK!
26 Healthy Smoothie Recipes
Updated on Aug. 22, 2024
When you’re in need of a quick, on-the-go healthy breakfast, turn to these healthy smoothie recipes! By mixing and matching fresh or frozen fruits, veggies, yogurt, milk, natural sweeteners like honey or dates, juice and ice, these healthy smoothie recipes have as much flavor as they do nutrients.
Not to mention, these healthy smoothies are entirely customizable and do well with the addition of chia seeds, nut butter or flax seeds. Plus, they’re much better for you than storebought or chain coffee shop smoothies, which can be high in calories and packed with sugar-laden syrups or artificial flavors. So, start your morning off right with one of these healthy smoothie recipes.
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Spinach Smoothie
Total Time
10 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Get a jump-start on all the nutrients you need by starting out your day with this healthy smoothie recipe. Use nondairy milk and yogurt if you prefer. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 104 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 58mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Berry Breakfast Smoothies
Total Time
5 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Smooth out the morning rush with a boost of berries. This smoothie is tart, tangy and sweet, so there’s no need to add any extra sugar to this delightfully balanced beverage. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 141 calories, 1g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 39mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
Also, check out smoothie recipes for kids.
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Lime Coconut Smoothie Bowl
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This ultra refreshing bowl is the best way to start a summer morning! —Madeline Butler, Denver, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 325 calories, 10g fat (7g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 80mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (51g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein.
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Strawberry Smoothie
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother gave me this healthy smoothie recipe, and it tastes fabulous. I fix it for breakfast or sometimes as a bedtime snack. —Linda Barker, Mohawk, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 343 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 123mg sodium, 73g carbohydrate (57g sugars, 5g fiber), 12g protein.
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Blueberry Banana Smoothie
Total Time
5 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A smoothie loaded with fruit, oatmeal, maple syrup and cinnamon is great in the morning or at any time of day. If your berries are fresh (not frozen), freeze the banana ahead of time. —Kailey Thompson, Palm Bay, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 153 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 191mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 5g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 starch.
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Date Smoothie
Total Time
10 min
Servings
1 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Smoothies are a quick and easy way to start off your day. They also make healthy after-school snacks that older kids can make themselves or with some help from an adult. If you like your smoothies with more sweetness, add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 271 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 241mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 6g fiber), 6g protein.
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Ginger-Kale Smoothies
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Since I started making this healthy smoothie recipe for breakfast every day, I honestly feel better! Substitute any fruit and juice you like to make this recipe your own healthy blend.—Linda Green, Kilauea, Kauai, Hawaii
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 121 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 22mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fruit, 1 vegetable.
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Avocado Smoothies
Total Time
10 min
Servings
2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Healthy smoothie recipes are a great way to get extra vitamins and minerals. Add your favorite fruit or even leafy green veggies, depending on what you have on hand. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 280 calories, 13g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 67mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 7g fiber), 6g protein.
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Pineapple Smoothies
Total Time
5 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I found this smoothie recipe over 30 years ago. I’ve tried several diabetes-friendly recipes, and this is one of the best. —Margery Bryan, Moses Lake, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 96 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 93mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch.
Mean Green Smoothie Bowls
This delicious bright green smoothie bowl recipe contains powerful antioxidants. Top with cucumber slices and fresh parsley sprigs for a pretty presentation. —Laura Wilhelm, West Hollywood, California
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Banana Smoothie
Total Time
10 min
Servings
3 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This banana smoothie has to be one of my favorite recipes because it can be made in a flash, yet it's full of flavor. I think the honey adds just the right amount of sweetness. Everyone will love it...not just banana lovers! —Ro Ann Cox, Lenoir, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 238 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 78mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (41g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
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Kale Smoothie
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I enjoy drinking a healthy smoothie for breakfast or as an after-school snack. The fruit and agave nectar give this healthy version a pleasant sweetness. —Kimberly Jackson, Marshfield, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 184 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 86mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 6g fiber), 4g protein.
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Tropical Smoothie Bowl
Total Time
10 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This wake-me-up smoothie bowl with fruit, oats and cinnamon helps me start the day feeling satisfied. Sometimes I top it off with granola and berries or cherries. —Jonelle Dansie, Murray, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 239 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 70mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 6g fiber), 10g protein.
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Nectarine Smoothies
Total Time
10 min
Servings
3 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This healthy smoothie recipe tastes great on a warm summer day. Enjoy it on your patio or at a picnic! —Joni Rodriguez, Silverton, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 170 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 36mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.
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Strawberry Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie
Total Time
5 min
Servings
3 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I like that this strawberry banana smoothie recipe is fairly light, but the peanut butter gives it some protein to help keep me full. It's great for busy mornings when I need breakfast on the run. —Maria Hamre, Cincinnati, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 167 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 87mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 4g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1 fat, 1/2 fat-free milk.
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Power Berry Smoothie Bowl
Total Time
10 min
Servings
3 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
While you can’t taste the spinach in this healthy smoothie recipe, you’ll get all its nutrients along with big berry flavor. —Christine Hair, Odessa, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 172 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 47mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein.
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Brain Food Smoothie
Total Time
15 min
Servings
6 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
My grandson refuses fruits and vegetables almost completely. After he and our son moved home, I tried everything to improve his diet. This healthy smoothie recipe was one of the only ways I could sneak him something nutritious, and he loves it! —Sandra Roberts, Dexter, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 215 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 65mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 7g fiber), 10g protein.
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So-Healthy Smoothies
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This tastes like a milk shake, but it doesn’t have the sugar or fat. My husband and I look forward to it in the morning. It’s so good for you, and it will keep you energized for hours. —Jessica Gerschitz, Jericho, New York
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 107 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 38mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (21g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 fruit, 1/2 starch.
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Strawberry Lime Smoothies
Total Time
5 min
Servings
3 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Peak-of-freshness strawberries make this thinner, easy drink a summer staple. —Elizabeth Johnson, Greenville, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 181 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 65mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (34g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fruit.
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Creamy Berry Smoothies
Total Time
10 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Who can tell that this delicious smoothie is made with tofu? No one (especially your kids)! The blend of berries and pomegranate juice makes this welcoming drink a refreshing delight. —Sonya Labbe, West Hollywood, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 157 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 24mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein.
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Strawberry-Carrot Smoothies
Total Time
5 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My children resist veggies, but they love this healthy smoothie recipe. It packs in lots of good-for-you fruits and veggies—but to my kids, it’s just a super delicious breakfast. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 141 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 79mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1/2 reduced-fat milk.
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Peach Smoothie
Total Time
5 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Whip up this creamy peach smoothie as a refreshing and nutritious snack or a quick chilled breakfast. Because you can use frozen fruit, you don't have to wait until peaches are in season to enjoy this delicious smoothie. —Martha Polasek, Markham, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 68 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 4mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch.
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Mango-Peach Smoothies
Total Time
5 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is my toddler son's favorite breakfast—he'll take one of these over pancakes any day! Get creative when mixing fruits and fruit-flavored yogurts; we love peach yogurt with mango, strawberry yogurt with blueberries or pina colada yogurt with mango and banana. —Dana Herra, DeKalb, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 180 calories, 1g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 71mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.
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Cucumber-Melon Smoothies
Total Time
15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My honeydew and cucumber healthy smoothie recipe has only five ingredients. I sometimes add a small avocado to make it extra creamy.—Crystal Schlueter, Babbitt, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 155 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 48mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.
