A cold, velvety smoothie on a hot afternoon is both refreshing and filling. To get a thick smoothie, use frozen ingredients such as ice cubes, thick milk creams, and milk products to make your smoothie.
Use a SmoothieBox Berry smoothie mix to pack in extra nutrients and add more delicious flavor.
These smoothies go well with a topping of fresh berries and a sprinkle of sesame or flax seeds.
Here are some easy healthy smoothie recipes you can try at home for a filling and delicious snack or pre-workout energy boost.
Recipe 1: Wild Berry Smoothie
Your taste buds will be in for a treat with this healthy mixture of mixed fruits and juices. You can make an extra smoothie batch to have throughout your day.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2 glasses
Calories: 371 kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup frozen blackberries
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 cup wild blueberries
- 1/2 cup raspberries
- 1 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
Prep Instructions
Blend all ingredients until they mix evenly. Pour in the juice and blend some more until you get your desired consistency. Serve and garnish with fresh mint leaves and fresh strawberries.
Recipe 2: Organic Mixed Berry Smoothie
This super easy healthy smoothie recipe is perfect for breakfast or as a quick and heavy midday snack.
Prep time: 5 minutes
Serving: 2 glasses
Calories: 214 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ripe frozen banana
- 3 tbsp almond milk
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 2 cups mixed frozen berries
- 1/4 cup ice cubes
Prep Instructions
Blend all the ingredients for two minutes, then serve in two glasses. Garnish your mixed berry smoothie with 1 tbsp of hemp seeds, 1 tbsp of freshly shredded coconut, and fresh berries. Serve and enjoy with friends or family.
Recipe 3: Super Thick Banana Blueberry Smoothie
You can whip up this easy and delicious smoothie to take on the go or as a warm-weather treat on a hot afternoon. Choose between dairy or non-dairy milk to add to your smoothie.
Prep time: 5 minutes
Serving: 2 glasses
Calories: 211kcal per serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 1/2 frozen blueberries
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 scoop collagen powder (optional)
Prep Instructions
Blend all ingredients to a smooth consistency. If you prefer your smoothie thick, add some more Greek yogurt and frozen berries. Garnish this thick fruity smoothie with banana slices and fresh blueberries and serve with a spoon.
Recipe 4: Cream and Berry Smoothie
A bowl of fresh mixed berries with this thick smoothie tastes heavenly. This nutritious drink looks delicious, and you will love every sip of it with your favorite snack. If you only have fresh berries, prepare your smoothie and chill in the freezer for 15 minutes.
Prep time: 5 minutes
Serving: 2 glasses
Calories: 517kcal
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1/2 cup frozen raspberries
- 1/2 cup frozen blackberries
- 1/2 cup milk
Prep Instructions
Blend your smoothie ingredients to a smooth mix and serve in two glasses.
Final Thoughts
You can try adding protein while preparing any of these healthy smoothie recipes for breakfast to give you an extra nutritious boost to start the day.