15+ Best Fruit and Vegetable Smoothie Recipes
If you’re looking to add more veggies to your diet, you’ll want to check out this list of the 15 Best Fruit and Vegetable Smoothies! All of these recipes includes at least one serving of vegetables, but you’d never believe it. These recipes are all vegetarian with vegan and dairy-free options.
My Green Smoothie Journey
I’ve been making green smoothies for over a decade now. I was first introduced to them back in my nutritarian days. Even though I don’t follow any strict diets anymore, the green smoothies stuck! I find them to be a great way and easy way to get my daily intake of green leafy vegetables (see my whole article on the benefits of a green smoothie diet).
On almost every morning, you’ll find me making a green smoothie first thing.
But vegetable smoothies can go beyond green smoothies with leafy greens like kale or spinach. The veggie smoothie recipes I’m including below as my list of the best fruit and vegetables smoothies recipes include vegetables such as cauliflower, beets, sweet potatoes, broccoli sprouts, squash, and more!
Vegetable Smoothie Tips
There are some definite skills and tips to making veggie smoothies that actually taste good. I mean, if a smoothie makes you gag, then what’s the point? Ideally, you’ll create a fruit and vegetable smoothie that even kids will eat.
Here are my best vegetable smoothie tips.
1. Use a high-speed blender.
I use a Vitamix Explorian which helps blend the toughest of veggies into a creamy, dreamy concoction.
2. Limit the amount of vegetables per serving.
Try to include only 1-2 servings of veggies per smoothie. You don’t want to overwhelm the flavor with the vegetable, as the whole point of blending vegetables and fruits together is to mask the flavor of the veggies.
See more of my tips for the best vegetables for picky eaters.
3. Use ripe and sweet fruits to balance the vegetables.
I almost always use frozen sweet fruits in my smoothies including frozen bananas, fresh oranges, sweet cherries, ripe pears, mango, or pineapple. These types of fruits can really mask almost any vegetable.
See my guide on how to freeze bananas for smoothies.
Plus, fruits are a rich source of antioxidants, vitamin A in the form of beta-carotene, vitamin C, and fiber. You can buy frozen fruits to save money.
4. Use a recipe.
If you want a smoothie winner and not a smoothie disaster, it’s best to use a healthy smoothie recipe that has been tested. All of the fruit and vegetable smoothie recipes below fit that category. Click on your favorite for a full recipe, step-by-step directions, and nutritional info.
You’ll find that in my recipes below, I use wholesome ingredients like almond milk, coconut milk, almond butter, chia seeds, hemp seeds, and coconut water. You can also include ingredients like peanut butter, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, protein powder, cocoa powder, and bee pollen to add even more nutrition.
I try to avoid added sugar or sweeteners, but sometimes use maple syrup, molasses, or dates.
5. Try a smoothie bowl.
If you aren’t a huge fan of liquid smoothies, switch it up and try a smoothie bowl instead! The recipes are essentially the same, but you’ll need to just cut the liquid in half. You’ll end up with a much thicker smoothie that can be served in a bowl and eaten with a spoon.
Additional Resources
Before we get to the recipes, here are some additional smoothie resources that might be helpful.
More Helpful Smoothie Resources For You
15 Best Fruit and Vegetable Smoothie Recipes
Broccoli Smoothie with Pineapple
This broccoli smoothie actually tastes great! The pineapple covers any green flavor.
Swiss Chard Smoothie (Vegan)
Swiss chard is an excellent addition to green smoothies. Try this one today!
Strawberry Banana Beet Smoothie
Beets are a great ingredient for veggie smoothies because they are so pretty. You can't taste them in this yummy smoothie.
Sweet Potato Smoothie
Believe it or not, but this Sweet Potato Smoothie tastes like pie. It's amazing!
Broccoli Sprout Smoothie
Broccoli sprouts are incredibly healthy, and this smoothie is a great way to consume them.
Green Apple Smoothie with Spinach
Spinach and green apples make the base of this yummy green smoothie.
Zucchini Strawberry Smoothie
If you have too much zucchini from your garden, try this Zucchini Smoothie!
Peanut Butter Cauliflower Smoothie
Oh yes, I've done it. I put cauliflower in a smoothie. Don't knock it until you've tried it. This one tastes like a peanut butter milkshake.
Food Processor Smoothie (Mango Pineapple Spinach)
You can make a green smoothie in a food processor, and I'll show you how.
Liver Detox Green Smoothie
This Liver Detox Smoothie includes specialty veggies to help support the liver.
Anti-Cancer Green Smoothie Recipe
This smoothe includes a secret hidden ingredient: frozen broccoli florets! Don't worry, you won't taste them.
Collard Greens Smoothie
Collard greens are excellent in smoothies. This dark leafy green blends right in.
Vegan Raspberry Squash Smoothie
Here's another squash smoothie recipe that's great for summertime.
Conclusions
I hope you found some great new fruit and vegetable smoothie recipes to try! All of these healthy recipes have been well tested and are a delicious way to boost your immune system with dark leafy greens, fresh fruit, and other delicious ingredients.
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