18 Fruit Smoothie Recipes You Can Make in Minutes
Break out your blender and give these healthy fruit smoothie ideas a try.
Fruit smoothies are a convenient, nutrient-packed meal you can make in minutes. They're so versatile since you can use almost any type of fruit, fresh or frozen. And while nothing beats a classic strawberry-banana combination, there are countless ways to get creative, especially if you’re throwing something together last minute. Whether you’re whipping up something for yourself on a busy morning or for your kid’s after-school snack, here are some fruit smoothie recipes the whole family will love.
Tip
For a more balanced meal, add your favorite type of protein powder, chia seeds, or flax seeds for texture, flavor, and nutrients.
Mango-Turmeric Smoothie
This fruit smoothie is anything but basic, and it even has some anti-inflammatory benefits thanks to the turmeric and black pepper. Its beautiful golden color can be attributed to the mango, banana, and turmeric, and kefir helps make it creamy and filling.
Creamy Date Shakes With Cinnamon
Dates might not be the first fruits that come to mind—but they make for incredible smoothies. They're naturally sweet and thick, and they pair well with ingredients like cinnamon and hemp seeds. You can also get creative by adding bananas, cacao, coconut, and other ingredients into the mix.
Tropical Creamsicle Smoothie
Creamsicles are a classic childhood treat, especially when they come from the neighborhood ice cream truck. This creative creamsicle twist comes in smoothie form and is packed with good-for-you ingredients like mango, carrots, coconut milk, and apple cider vinegar. It may sound odd but trust us—it tastes just like the real deal.
Good Morning Green Smoothie
There’s something about a green drink that just makes you feel instantly healthy. This is the perfect fruit smoothie to enjoy every morning because it’s both fruit and veggie-loaded. Cucumbers, spinach, and granny smith apples give it a beautiful green hue, while pineapple adds an extra hint of sweetness.
Creamy Mango Smoothie
This fruit smoothie tastes more like a dessert than a healthy breakfast or snack option. It’s so simple—only requiring six ingredients—but it’s rich, flavorful, and will keep you full for hours thanks to the protein-packed yogurt.
Berry Matcha Smoothie
What's better than a matcha latte in the mornings? A berry matcha smoothie. You get the kick of caffeine and an abundance of antioxidant anthocyanin in the berries to boost your brain power—all in one.
Pink Dragon Smoothie
This bright purple fruit smoothie gets its bold hue from dragon fruit, raspberries, and beets. If you can't find fresh dragon fruit, don't fret. Frozen dragon fruit puree sold in packages is easy to source at grocery stores now.
Coffee-Tahini Smoothie
This concoction is like a creamy dessert. It's caffeinated due to the coffee content, and the tahini gives it that "something different." Throw avocado, banana slices, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and maple syrup into the mix, and you have a whole flavorful meal in liquid form.
Mocha Smoothie
While a mocha smoothie doesn't hit like a mostly fruit smoothie, this recipe does call for a pitted Medjool date and frozen banana to sweeten it—and so it still technically counts as a fruit smoothie with a kick of caffeine. Cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and almond butter also add to the flavor.
Carrot-Pineapple Smoothie
If you’ve never put carrots in your smoothie, what are you waiting for? They’re sweet and delicious and perhaps the easiest way to increase your veggie intake. This smoothie is perfectly balanced, with the sweetness of pineapple and bananas and a bit of tartness from fresh orange juice.
Spinach, Grape, and Coconut Smoothie
Tossing grapes into your smoothie may seem odd, but they add a great balance of mild sweetness and a slightly sour taste. Grapes are also high in vitamin B and vitamin K, so there’s even more of a reason to throw ‘em in the blender. Pro tip: If you want a thicker smoothie, freeze your grapes beforehand!
Kale Smoothie With Pineapple and Banana
Here’s another green smoothie to add to the rotation—and it has just four ingredients. Keep some frozen kale, ripe bananas, and pineapple on hand so you can make this smoothie whenever you need a quick, nourishing snack or meal.
Strawberry-Flax Smoothie
This is basically just a strawberry milkshake but with ingredients that are good for you. Many people like to add flax seeds to their smoothies for some additional nutrients like omega-3s, fiber, and protein. And since flax seeds don’t alter the taste, they’re perfect for any recipe.
Gingery Berry and Oat Smoothie
If you’ve ever been starving 20 minutes after having a fruit smoothie, this ginger, berry, and oat recipe might be just what you need to try. The oats add a layer of creaminess while helping to satisfy your hunger for several hours, and berries and ginger are great sources of antioxidants.
Banana-Cashew Smoothie
It truly doesn’t get easier than this smoothie. The combination of bananas, cashews, and maple syrup is delightfully sweet and tasty—and if you want to add some extra protein, scoop in your favorite nut butter.
Mango Smoothie
There's nothing wrong with keeping your fruit smoothies simple. Mango is a refreshing flavor, and you can sweeten it up with honey. Thicken it with low-fat milk and low-fat yogurt, and it's just as filling as it is delicious.
Celery, Cucumber, and Pineapple Juice Smoothie
Forget the cucumber face mask. Kick off your morning with a celery, cucumber, and pineapple juice smoothie. It's got three grams of protein and is full of refreshing ingredients to help give you a boost of energy and waken your senses in the morning.
Kale Apple Smoothie
This smoothie recipe gives you your fruits and veggies all in one—and in just a few minutes. You'll feel full and fresh with this frothy blend. Kale, celery, apple, banana, and lemon combine to give you a zesty start to your morning.
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