Easy, Healthy Smoothie Recipes are so easy to whip up. I have three variations to share with you, including Mixed Berry Peanut Butter, Tropical, and Mango Green. All fast. All nutritious. Perfect for those hot summer days.
Who doesn’t love a good summer smoothie? Refreshing on a hot summer day, nourishing, and a great way to fuel up when you’re on the go.
I have three Easy, Healthy Summer Smoothie Recipes for you to enjoy this summer. They all look pretty (no brown smoothies over here) and taste unbelievably delicious.
Plus, making them at home is so much more affordable (and tastier) than ordering from Smoothie King.
Each one of my recipes has the same sweetener (dates) and same liquid (whole milk) that are the foundation to any decent smoothie recipe. This is the smoothie rule I live by.
I love enjoying these for a quick breakfast in the morning, especially during the summer. I don’t typically get tired of them either since I have three of my favorite recipes to choose from.
Who knows, maybe these will inspire you to create a new spin on one of my classics. Always feel free to experiment.
Whatever you do, though, don’t skimp on fats. Our brains and entire bodies are fueled on healthy fats. Do not be afraid of them because they have calories. (Spoiler alert: Calories help us live and give us more energy!)
Before I break the internet with my strong smoothie opinions, let’s dive into my smoothie making process. I hope you’ll try all three of my Easy, Healthy Smoothie Recipes soon.
Tools You Need
Heavy-duty blender (I use this one HERE)
Measuring cups and spoons
Knife
Ingredients for Easy, Healthy Smoothie Recipes
For exact measurements, please see the recipe cards at the end of this post.
Dates – This is the key to sweetness in smoothies. Dates (no, not bananas) should be the base of any smoothie. With a caramel-sweet taste, they add the perfect flavor to any smoothie. They contain a slew of needed vitamins and minerals for the body, too.
Milk – I use whole milk, but any milk (even plant-based milks) will do. Full of calcium, it helps thin out the smoothie, making it more drinkable.
Peanut butter – Peanut butter goes perfectly with the mixed berries in the Mixed Berry Peanut Butter Smoothie for a satisfying, rich flavor. It also adds more protein and healthy fats to the mix.
Frozen mixed berries – Mixed berries are the foundation to the Mixed Berry Peanut Butter Smoothie. Use frozen berries for the best results. So many antioxidants and fiber in these.
Frozen mango – Frozen mango is the foundation of both the Mango Green Smoothie and the Tropical Smoothie. A mellow fruit, it sweetens and blends well with lots of other add-ins. Plus it contains numerous vitamins and minerals in it.
Frozen spinach – Frozen (or fresh) spinach adds a boost of vitamin A, C, and K, plus iron, folate, and potassium in the Mango Green Smoothie. The spinach flavor is disguised by the mango and dates, so don’t be deterred by the color.
Shredded coconut – Use shredded coconut in the Tropical Smoothie. The coconut flavor really gives a satisfying flavor to it, along with lots of healthy fats.
Pineapple – Pineapple adds a bit of sweetness and adds more tasty flavor to the Tropical Smoothie.
Why I don’t recommend using bananas in smoothies
In my opinion, dates should always be used in a smoothie recipe (opposed to bananas, for example). If you follow this guideline, your smoothies will always be naturally sweetened.
Dates have a caramel-sweet flavor to them that cannot be replicated by any other fruit. I don’t know who woke up one day and decided that bananas needed to be in every single smoothie recipe, but they were very wrong.
As someone who is a lifelong fan of bananas, I can honestly say I never add them to my smoothies. They are too strong in flavor and make every smoothie taste the same… like a banana.
That is so boring. Live a little, use dates in place of bananas, and thank me later.
Dates also keep much longer than bananas and don’t attract fruit flies since they’re stored in the fridge–just another reason to make the switch.
Trust me, if nothing else, I am an expert on smoothies. I was vegan for several years and have had my fair share of smoothies (some good, some bad). The one thing that always makes a smoothie phenomenal is the dates (and omitting bananas, of course).
How to Make Easy, Healthy Smoothie Recipes
Mixed Berry Peanut Butter Smoothie
Start by cutting dates in half to remove the pit from each of them; add to the blender.
Add frozen berries to the blender next. Finally, add peanut butter before topping it with milk. Start blending; if the blade continues to move but nothing is breaking up, start to add a little more milk in to help it out.
Additionally, you can stop the blender and scrape the sides down and stir it with a spoon briefly before returning to blending it. The smoothie will be smooth and thick when it is finished. Serve cold.
Mango Green Smoothie
Start by cutting dates in half to remove the pit from each of them; add to the blender.
Add frozen mangos to the blender next. Finally, add spinach and then top it with milk.
Start blending; if the blade continues to move but nothing is breaking up, start to add a little more milk in to help it out.
Additionally, you can stop the blender and scrape the sides down and stir it with a spoon briefly before returning to blending it. The smoothie will be smooth and thick when it is finished. Serve cold.
Tropical Smoothie
Start by cutting dates in half to remove the pit from each of them; add to the blender.
Add frozen mangos and pineapple to the blender next. Finally, add shredded coconut and top it with milk.
Start blending; if the blade continues to move but nothing is breaking up, start to add a little more milk in to help it out.
Additionally, you can stop the blender and scrape the sides down and stir it with a spoon briefly before returning to blending it. The smoothie will be smooth and thick when it is finished. Serve cold.
Tips for Making the Best Easy, Healthy Smoothie Recipes
If your blender isn’t a heavy-duty one that can’t handle blending a large amount of frozen fruit, let frozen fruit sit out for 30-60 minutes before making the smoothie. It’ll be much easier to blend, but will still be really cold and thick.
Start slow when adding the milk, especially if you enjoy thicker smoothies. You can always add more milk later to thin it out, if needed.
To bulk up smoothies a little more (adding protein, healthy fats, fiber, and minerals) add 1-2 tablespoons of chia or hemp seeds to your smoothie. Your body will thank you.
If you want to make these ahead, store them in jars before placing them in the freezer. Just be sure to leave about an inch of space at the top. When you’re ready to have one, place on the countertop for about 2-3 hours and enjoy. Or you can immediately place it in the fridge for a few more hours until you’re ready to enjoy it later the same day.
More Healthy Recipe Inspiration
Healthy Chocolate Baked Oatmeal
Mixed Berry Peanut Butter Smoothie – Easy, Healthy Smoothie Recipes
Equipment
- heavy-duty blender
- measuring cups and spoons
- knife
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries
- 3 dates
- 1 cup milk
- 2-3 tbsp peanut butter
Instructions
- Start by cutting dates in half to remove the pit from each of them; add to the blender.
- Add frozen berries to the blender next. Finally, add peanut butter before topping it with milk.
- Start blending; if the blade continues to move but nothing is breaking up, start to add a little more milk in to help it out. Additionally, you can stop the blender and scrape the sides down and stir it with a spoon briefly before returning to blending it. The smoothie will be smooth and thick when it is finished. Serve cold.
Notes
Mango Green Smoothie – Easy, Healthy Smoothie Recipes
Equipment
- heavy-duty blender
- measuring cups and spoons
- knife
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 3 dates
- 1 cup frozen mango
- 1/3 cup frozen spinach or 1 cup of fresh spinach
Instructions
- Start by cutting dates in half to remove the pit from each of them; add to the blender.
- Add frozen mangos to the blender next. Finally, add spinach and then top it with milk.
- Start blending; if the blade continues to move but nothing is breaking up, start to add a little more milk in to help it out. Additionally, you can stop the blender and scrape the sides down and stir it with a spoon briefly before returning to blending it. The smoothie will be
Notes
Tropical Smoothie – Easy, Healthy Smoothie Recipes
Equipment
- heavy-duty blender
- measuring cups and spoons
- knife
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup frozen mango
- 3 dates
- 1/3 cup pineapple fresh, frozen, or canned
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Start by cutting dates in half to remove the pit from each of them; add to the blender.
- Add frozen mangos and pineapple to the blender next. Finally, add shredded coconut and top it with milk.
- Start blending; if the blade continues to move but nothing is breaking up, start to add a little more milk in to help it out. Additionally, you can stop the blender and scrape the sides down and stir it with a spoon briefly before returning to blending it. The smoothie will be smooth and thick when it is finished. Serve cold.
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