ClosePhoto: Ali RedmondEven on busy mornings, you can quickly blend up a delicious smoothie with one of these recipes. With only 5 ingredients or less (excluding staples like salt and water), these smoothies are easy to prepare. Recipes like our Coconut Blueberry Smoothie and Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana Smoothie are healthy and tasty breakfast choices to start your day.01of 15Berry-Mint Kefir SmoothiesView RecipeKefir is similar to yogurt, full of gut-friendly probiotics. But it has fewer carbs and a more drinkable consistency–perfect for smoothies.02of 15Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana SmoothieView RecipeAli RedmondPeanut butter and banana is a classic combo that’s even more delicious with the addition of tangy probiotic-rich kefir. Plus, this peanut butter banana smoothie helps you up your veggie servings for the day with a bit of mild-flavored spinach mixed in.03of 15Coconut Blueberry SmoothieView RecipeAli RedmondGive your blueberry smoothie a tropical update with the rich flavors of coconut milk and coconut cream. Freshly squeezed orange juice lends bright flavor to this healthy smoothie recipe, but if you’re short on time, bottled will work just fine.04of 15Carrot SmoothieView RecipeThis type of drink tends to be pricey in the big city juice bars. Now you can make the recipe at home.05of 15Chocolate-Peanut Butter Protein ShakeView RecipeThis creamy high-protein shake will keep you satisfied for hours and tastes like a chocolate-peanut butter banana milkshake. You don’t even need to add protein powder, thanks to the naturally occurring protein in the soymilk, Greek yogurt and peanut butter.06of 15Strawberry-Pineapple SmoothieView RecipeBlend almond milk, strawberry and pineapple for a smoothie that’s so easy you can make it on busy mornings. A bit of almond butter adds richness and filling protein. Freeze some of the almond milk for an extra-icy texture.07of 15Fruit & Yogurt SmoothieView RecipeThis easy fruit smoothie recipe calls for just three ingredients–yogurt, fruit juice and whatever frozen fruit you have on hand. Mix up your combinations from day to day for a healthy breakfast or snack you’ll never get bored with.08of 15Pineapple Spinach SmoothieView RecipeEva KolenkoUse juice rather than added sugar, such as honey or maple syrup, to balance the bitter taste of greens and suddenly you have a serving of vegetables that tastes like dessert. Of course, you can use any juice without added sugar, including apple or orange, for example. But the relaxing-poolside flavor of pineapple combined with the ready-to-go convenience of the small, shelf-stable cans makes this our fave.09of 15Strawberry-Chocolate SmoothieView RecipeThis creamy, rich strawberry-chocolate smoothie will satisfy any chocolate cravings. It’s so decadent you might want it as a dessert, too.10of 15Green Tea-Fruit SmoothieView RecipeStart your day with a burst of antioxidants in this energizing healthy smoothie recipe.11of 15Cranberry-Apple SmoothieView RecipeThis riff on a classic fruit juice combines sweet apples with tart cranberries for a healthy, fiber-filled smoothie.12of 15Mixed-Berry Breakfast SmoothieView RecipeClara GonzalezSmoothies are popular for breakfast, but many don’t have enough calories or nutrients to be considered a complete meal. This creamy berry smoothie has the perfect balance of protein, carbohydrates and fat, and will keep you satisfied until your next meal.13of 15Berry-Banana Cauliflower SmoothieView RecipeSneak in your veggies with a smoothie every morning. Riced cauliflower adds thickness and creaminess to a subtly sweet cauliflower smoothie that features the fruity flavors of bananas and berries at the forefront.14of 15Spinach-Avocado SmoothieView RecipeThis healthy green smoothie gets super creamy from the frozen banana and avocado. Make ahead (up to 1 day) and store it in the fridge until you need a veggie boost.15of 153-Ingredient Tropical Tangerine & Kefir SmoothieView RecipeCarolyn Hodges, M.S., RDNRefreshing and fruity, this simple smoothie calls for just three ingredients—frozen tropical fruit, plain kefir and tangerine juice. Kefir is a perfect swap for milk in smoothies. It adds creaminess and a boost of probiotics. If you can’t find tangerine juice, swap in orange juice.Was this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit

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Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana Smoothie

Even on busy mornings, you can quickly blend up a delicious smoothie with one of these recipes. With only 5 ingredients or less (excluding staples like salt and water), these smoothies are easy to prepare. Recipes like our Coconut Blueberry Smoothie and Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana Smoothie are healthy and tasty breakfast choices to start your day.01of 15Berry-Mint Kefir SmoothiesView RecipeKefir is similar to yogurt, full of gut-friendly probiotics. But it has fewer carbs and a more drinkable consistency–perfect for smoothies.02of 15Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana SmoothieView RecipeAli RedmondPeanut butter and banana is a classic combo that’s even more delicious with the addition of tangy probiotic-rich kefir. Plus, this peanut butter banana smoothie helps you up your veggie servings for the day with a bit of mild-flavored spinach mixed in.03of 15Coconut Blueberry SmoothieView RecipeAli RedmondGive your blueberry smoothie a tropical update with the rich flavors of coconut milk and coconut cream. Freshly squeezed orange juice lends bright flavor to this healthy smoothie recipe, but if you’re short on time, bottled will work just fine.04of 15Carrot SmoothieView RecipeThis type of drink tends to be pricey in the big city juice bars. Now you can make the recipe at home.05of 15Chocolate-Peanut Butter Protein ShakeView RecipeThis creamy high-protein shake will keep you satisfied for hours and tastes like a chocolate-peanut butter banana milkshake. You don’t even need to add protein powder, thanks to the naturally occurring protein in the soymilk, Greek yogurt and peanut butter.06of 15Strawberry-Pineapple SmoothieView RecipeBlend almond milk, strawberry and pineapple for a smoothie that’s so easy you can make it on busy mornings. A bit of almond butter adds richness and filling protein. Freeze some of the almond milk for an extra-icy texture.07of 15Fruit & Yogurt SmoothieView RecipeThis easy fruit smoothie recipe calls for just three ingredients–yogurt, fruit juice and whatever frozen fruit you have on hand. Mix up your combinations from day to day for a healthy breakfast or snack you’ll never get bored with.08of 15Pineapple Spinach SmoothieView RecipeEva KolenkoUse juice rather than added sugar, such as honey or maple syrup, to balance the bitter taste of greens and suddenly you have a serving of vegetables that tastes like dessert. Of course, you can use any juice without added sugar, including apple or orange, for example. But the relaxing-poolside flavor of pineapple combined with the ready-to-go convenience of the small, shelf-stable cans makes this our fave.09of 15Strawberry-Chocolate SmoothieView RecipeThis creamy, rich strawberry-chocolate smoothie will satisfy any chocolate cravings. It’s so decadent you might want it as a dessert, too.10of 15Green Tea-Fruit SmoothieView RecipeStart your day with a burst of antioxidants in this energizing healthy smoothie recipe.11of 15Cranberry-Apple SmoothieView RecipeThis riff on a classic fruit juice combines sweet apples with tart cranberries for a healthy, fiber-filled smoothie.12of 15Mixed-Berry Breakfast SmoothieView RecipeClara GonzalezSmoothies are popular for breakfast, but many don’t have enough calories or nutrients to be considered a complete meal. This creamy berry smoothie has the perfect balance of protein, carbohydrates and fat, and will keep you satisfied until your next meal.13of 15Berry-Banana Cauliflower SmoothieView RecipeSneak in your veggies with a smoothie every morning. Riced cauliflower adds thickness and creaminess to a subtly sweet cauliflower smoothie that features the fruity flavors of bananas and berries at the forefront.14of 15Spinach-Avocado SmoothieView RecipeThis healthy green smoothie gets super creamy from the frozen banana and avocado. Make ahead (up to 1 day) and store it in the fridge until you need a veggie boost.15of 153-Ingredient Tropical Tangerine & Kefir SmoothieView RecipeCarolyn Hodges, M.S., RDNRefreshing and fruity, this simple smoothie calls for just three ingredients—frozen tropical fruit, plain kefir and tangerine juice. Kefir is a perfect swap for milk in smoothies. It adds creaminess and a boost of probiotics. If you can’t find tangerine juice, swap in orange juice.Was this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit

Even on busy mornings, you can quickly blend up a delicious smoothie with one of these recipes. With only 5 ingredients or less (excluding staples like salt and water), these smoothies are easy to prepare. Recipes like our Coconut Blueberry Smoothie and Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana Smoothie are healthy and tasty breakfast choices to start your day.

01of 15Berry-Mint Kefir SmoothiesView RecipeKefir is similar to yogurt, full of gut-friendly probiotics. But it has fewer carbs and a more drinkable consistency–perfect for smoothies.02of 15Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana SmoothieView RecipeAli RedmondPeanut butter and banana is a classic combo that’s even more delicious with the addition of tangy probiotic-rich kefir. Plus, this peanut butter banana smoothie helps you up your veggie servings for the day with a bit of mild-flavored spinach mixed in.03of 15Coconut Blueberry SmoothieView RecipeAli RedmondGive your blueberry smoothie a tropical update with the rich flavors of coconut milk and coconut cream. Freshly squeezed orange juice lends bright flavor to this healthy smoothie recipe, but if you’re short on time, bottled will work just fine.04of 15Carrot SmoothieView RecipeThis type of drink tends to be pricey in the big city juice bars. Now you can make the recipe at home.05of 15Chocolate-Peanut Butter Protein ShakeView RecipeThis creamy high-protein shake will keep you satisfied for hours and tastes like a chocolate-peanut butter banana milkshake. You don’t even need to add protein powder, thanks to the naturally occurring protein in the soymilk, Greek yogurt and peanut butter.06of 15Strawberry-Pineapple SmoothieView RecipeBlend almond milk, strawberry and pineapple for a smoothie that’s so easy you can make it on busy mornings. A bit of almond butter adds richness and filling protein. Freeze some of the almond milk for an extra-icy texture.07of 15Fruit & Yogurt SmoothieView RecipeThis easy fruit smoothie recipe calls for just three ingredients–yogurt, fruit juice and whatever frozen fruit you have on hand. Mix up your combinations from day to day for a healthy breakfast or snack you’ll never get bored with.08of 15Pineapple Spinach SmoothieView RecipeEva KolenkoUse juice rather than added sugar, such as honey or maple syrup, to balance the bitter taste of greens and suddenly you have a serving of vegetables that tastes like dessert. Of course, you can use any juice without added sugar, including apple or orange, for example. But the relaxing-poolside flavor of pineapple combined with the ready-to-go convenience of the small, shelf-stable cans makes this our fave.09of 15Strawberry-Chocolate SmoothieView RecipeThis creamy, rich strawberry-chocolate smoothie will satisfy any chocolate cravings. It’s so decadent you might want it as a dessert, too.10of 15Green Tea-Fruit SmoothieView RecipeStart your day with a burst of antioxidants in this energizing healthy smoothie recipe.11of 15Cranberry-Apple SmoothieView RecipeThis riff on a classic fruit juice combines sweet apples with tart cranberries for a healthy, fiber-filled smoothie.12of 15Mixed-Berry Breakfast SmoothieView RecipeClara GonzalezSmoothies are popular for breakfast, but many don’t have enough calories or nutrients to be considered a complete meal. This creamy berry smoothie has the perfect balance of protein, carbohydrates and fat, and will keep you satisfied until your next meal.13of 15Berry-Banana Cauliflower SmoothieView RecipeSneak in your veggies with a smoothie every morning. Riced cauliflower adds thickness and creaminess to a subtly sweet cauliflower smoothie that features the fruity flavors of bananas and berries at the forefront.14of 15Spinach-Avocado SmoothieView RecipeThis healthy green smoothie gets super creamy from the frozen banana and avocado. Make ahead (up to 1 day) and store it in the fridge until you need a veggie boost.15of 153-Ingredient Tropical Tangerine & Kefir SmoothieView RecipeCarolyn Hodges, M.S., RDNRefreshing and fruity, this simple smoothie calls for just three ingredients—frozen tropical fruit, plain kefir and tangerine juice. Kefir is a perfect swap for milk in smoothies. It adds creaminess and a boost of probiotics. If you can’t find tangerine juice, swap in orange juice.

01of 15Berry-Mint Kefir SmoothiesView RecipeKefir is similar to yogurt, full of gut-friendly probiotics. But it has fewer carbs and a more drinkable consistency–perfect for smoothies.

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Berry-Mint Kefir Smoothies

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Kefir is similar to yogurt, full of gut-friendly probiotics. But it has fewer carbs and a more drinkable consistency–perfect for smoothies.

02of 15Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana SmoothieView RecipeAli RedmondPeanut butter and banana is a classic combo that’s even more delicious with the addition of tangy probiotic-rich kefir. Plus, this peanut butter banana smoothie helps you up your veggie servings for the day with a bit of mild-flavored spinach mixed in.

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Spinach, Peanut Butter & Banana Smoothie

Ali Redmond

Peanut butter and banana is a classic combo that’s even more delicious with the addition of tangy probiotic-rich kefir. Plus, this peanut butter banana smoothie helps you up your veggie servings for the day with a bit of mild-flavored spinach mixed in.

03of 15Coconut Blueberry SmoothieView RecipeAli RedmondGive your blueberry smoothie a tropical update with the rich flavors of coconut milk and coconut cream. Freshly squeezed orange juice lends bright flavor to this healthy smoothie recipe, but if you’re short on time, bottled will work just fine.

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Coconut Blueberry Smoothie

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Give your blueberry smoothie a tropical update with the rich flavors of coconut milk and coconut cream. Freshly squeezed orange juice lends bright flavor to this healthy smoothie recipe, but if you’re short on time, bottled will work just fine.

04of 15Carrot SmoothieView RecipeThis type of drink tends to be pricey in the big city juice bars. Now you can make the recipe at home.

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Carrot Smoothie

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This type of drink tends to be pricey in the big city juice bars. Now you can make the recipe at home.

05of 15Chocolate-Peanut Butter Protein ShakeView RecipeThis creamy high-protein shake will keep you satisfied for hours and tastes like a chocolate-peanut butter banana milkshake. You don’t even need to add protein powder, thanks to the naturally occurring protein in the soymilk, Greek yogurt and peanut butter.

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Chocolate-Peanut Butter Protein Shake

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This creamy high-protein shake will keep you satisfied for hours and tastes like a chocolate-peanut butter banana milkshake. You don’t even need to add protein powder, thanks to the naturally occurring protein in the soymilk, Greek yogurt and peanut butter.

06of 15Strawberry-Pineapple SmoothieView RecipeBlend almond milk, strawberry and pineapple for a smoothie that’s so easy you can make it on busy mornings. A bit of almond butter adds richness and filling protein. Freeze some of the almond milk for an extra-icy texture.

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Strawberry-Pineapple Smoothie

Strawberry-Pineapple Smoothie

Blend almond milk, strawberry and pineapple for a smoothie that’s so easy you can make it on busy mornings. A bit of almond butter adds richness and filling protein. Freeze some of the almond milk for an extra-icy texture.

07of 15Fruit & Yogurt SmoothieView RecipeThis easy fruit smoothie recipe calls for just three ingredients–yogurt, fruit juice and whatever frozen fruit you have on hand. Mix up your combinations from day to day for a healthy breakfast or snack you’ll never get bored with.

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Fruit & Yogurt Smoothie

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This easy fruit smoothie recipe calls for just three ingredients–yogurt, fruit juice and whatever frozen fruit you have on hand. Mix up your combinations from day to day for a healthy breakfast or snack you’ll never get bored with.

08of 15Pineapple Spinach SmoothieView RecipeEva KolenkoUse juice rather than added sugar, such as honey or maple syrup, to balance the bitter taste of greens and suddenly you have a serving of vegetables that tastes like dessert. Of course, you can use any juice without added sugar, including apple or orange, for example. But the relaxing-poolside flavor of pineapple combined with the ready-to-go convenience of the small, shelf-stable cans makes this our fave.

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Pineapple Spinach Smoothie

Eva Kolenko

Pineapple Spinach Smoothie

Use juice rather than added sugar, such as honey or maple syrup, to balance the bitter taste of greens and suddenly you have a serving of vegetables that tastes like dessert. Of course, you can use any juice without added sugar, including apple or orange, for example. But the relaxing-poolside flavor of pineapple combined with the ready-to-go convenience of the small, shelf-stable cans makes this our fave.

09of 15Strawberry-Chocolate SmoothieView RecipeThis creamy, rich strawberry-chocolate smoothie will satisfy any chocolate cravings. It’s so decadent you might want it as a dessert, too.

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Strawberry-Chocolate Smoothie

Strawberry-Chocolate Smoothie

This creamy, rich strawberry-chocolate smoothie will satisfy any chocolate cravings. It’s so decadent you might want it as a dessert, too.

10of 15Green Tea-Fruit SmoothieView RecipeStart your day with a burst of antioxidants in this energizing healthy smoothie recipe.

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Green Tea-Fruit Smoothie

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Start your day with a burst of antioxidants in this energizing healthy smoothie recipe.

11of 15Cranberry-Apple SmoothieView RecipeThis riff on a classic fruit juice combines sweet apples with tart cranberries for a healthy, fiber-filled smoothie.

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Cranberry-Apple Smoothie

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This riff on a classic fruit juice combines sweet apples with tart cranberries for a healthy, fiber-filled smoothie.

12of 15Mixed-Berry Breakfast SmoothieView RecipeClara GonzalezSmoothies are popular for breakfast, but many don’t have enough calories or nutrients to be considered a complete meal. This creamy berry smoothie has the perfect balance of protein, carbohydrates and fat, and will keep you satisfied until your next meal.

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Mixed-Berry Breakfast Smoothie

Clara Gonzalez

Mixed-Berry Breakfast Smoothie

Smoothies are popular for breakfast, but many don’t have enough calories or nutrients to be considered a complete meal. This creamy berry smoothie has the perfect balance of protein, carbohydrates and fat, and will keep you satisfied until your next meal.

13of 15Berry-Banana Cauliflower SmoothieView RecipeSneak in your veggies with a smoothie every morning. Riced cauliflower adds thickness and creaminess to a subtly sweet cauliflower smoothie that features the fruity flavors of bananas and berries at the forefront.

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Berry-Banana Cauliflower Smoothie

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Sneak in your veggies with a smoothie every morning. Riced cauliflower adds thickness and creaminess to a subtly sweet cauliflower smoothie that features the fruity flavors of bananas and berries at the forefront.

14of 15Spinach-Avocado SmoothieView RecipeThis healthy green smoothie gets super creamy from the frozen banana and avocado. Make ahead (up to 1 day) and store it in the fridge until you need a veggie boost.

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Spinach-Avocado Smoothie

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This healthy green smoothie gets super creamy from the frozen banana and avocado. Make ahead (up to 1 day) and store it in the fridge until you need a veggie boost.

15of 153-Ingredient Tropical Tangerine & Kefir SmoothieView RecipeCarolyn Hodges, M.S., RDNRefreshing and fruity, this simple smoothie calls for just three ingredients—frozen tropical fruit, plain kefir and tangerine juice. Kefir is a perfect swap for milk in smoothies. It adds creaminess and a boost of probiotics. If you can’t find tangerine juice, swap in orange juice.

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3-Ingredient Tropical Tangerine & Kefir Smoothie

Carolyn Hodges, M.S., RDN

3-Ingredient Tropical Tangerine Smoothie

Refreshing and fruity, this simple smoothie calls for just three ingredients—frozen tropical fruit, plain kefir and tangerine juice. Kefir is a perfect swap for milk in smoothies. It adds creaminess and a boost of probiotics. If you can’t find tangerine juice, swap in orange juice.

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