8 healthy smoothie recipes

Get swept away with the richness of the taste and flavor of the smoothies. They are the perfect
substitutes for a quick breakfast in the mornings or a relaxing drink in the evenings. These smoothies can
also act as your backup desserts. So, go ahead and give them a sip.

PB&J Smoothie

Serves: 2|Calories:1420|Protein:34g|Cholestrol and Trans fat: 0|Total carbs: 202g

Total time: 5 mins| Preparation time: 5 mins|Cooking level: Easy

Can’t start your day without your favorite PB&J sandwich? If you’re running late in the morning, this
PB&J smoothie is the best substitute for your breakfast. Turn your sandwich into this delicious shake by
topping it with your favorite peanut butter.

INGREDIENTS
 A cup of frozen strawberries or raspberries
 1 banana
 ½ cup freshly chopped berries to add to the shake, keep a little aside to garnish at the
top
 Skim milk
 Peanut butter
DIRECTIONS

1. Blend the chosen berries, banana. Add a cup of skim milk to the fusion of fruits to
procure an even mixture.
2. Garnish with peanut butter and add berries on the top.
Purple Power Shake

Serves: 1|Calories:269|Protein:3.5g|Cholestrol and Trans fat: 2.5g|carbohydrates:63g

Total time: 10 mins| Preparation time: 10 mins|Cooking level: Easy

This nutrient-rich will juice up your day and leave you wanting for more.

INGREDIENTS
 A green tea bag
 2 teaspoons of honey
 Frozen blueberries
 ½ of a banana
 ¾ cup of light vanilla soy milk
DIRECTIONS

1. Heat a bowl of water until its steaming hot. Add the green tea bag and brew for 3-5
minutes until it soaks in well. Add honey to it after removing the tea bag.
2. Blend the berries, banana, and milk in a blender. Throw in a few ice cubes if you feel
like.
3. Add the freshly prepared beverage to the blended ingredients. Fuse everything
together by adding water (if required) to collect a velvety goulash. Pour into tall
glasses and serve.
Creamy orange Smoothie

Serves: 1|Calories:160|Protein:3g|Cholestrol and Trans fat: 1g|carbohydrates:36g

Total time: 5 mins| Preparation time: 5 mins|Cooking level: Easy

Headed out in the sun in summer? Add a few ice cubes to this citric smoothie to keep you chill.

INGREDIENTS
 A peeled navel orange
 ¼ cup of fat-free yogurt or a substitute of choice
 2 tablespoons of concentrated orange juice
 Vanilla extract
DIRECTIONS

1 .Mix all the ingredients and process until you get a blended sippable shake.
2. Your drink is ready to be slurped.
Pink in health

Serves: 1|Calories:271.8|Protein:5.2g|Cholestrol and Trans fat: 1.6g|carbohydrates:69g

Total time: 10 mins| Preparation time: 10 mins|Cooking level: Medium

This is a healthy, low-fat version of the famous Bloody Mary. Just kidding but equally divine and
appetizing in taste and flavor.

INGREDIENTS
 1 sliced beetroot
 1 cubed radish
 3 diced medium sized carrots
 1 clove garlic
 Handful of roughly chopped parsley
DIRECTIONS

1. Put all the ingredients in a blender.

Serves: 2|Calories:410|Protein:15g|Cholestrol and Trans fat: 20mg|carbohydrates:83g

Total time: 1 5 mins| Preparation time: 15 mins|Cooking level: Easy

Not a big fan of oats? No worries, this lip-smacking smoothie, will add a lovely nutty flavor leaving you
wanting for more. Pack a bottle of this and never go hungry again.

INGREDIENTS
 1 sliced banana
 1 cup of blueberries
 1 tablespoon hazelnuts
 A cup of Almond milk
 ¼ cup of rolled oats
DIRECTIONS

1. Combine all the ingredients in a blender for a healthy and nutritious substitute meal.
Tropical giant

Serves: 1|Calories:182|Protein:7g|Cholestrol and Trans fat: 0mg|carbohydrates:42g

Total time: 20 mins| Preparation time: 20 mins|Cooking level: Easy

We’re often told to eat our greens but what if there is a way to eat them without scrunching your nose?
Presenting to you, the tropical giant that transforms the taste of the greens into something more
pleasant.

INGREDIENTS
 1/2 sliced banana
 1 cup of coconut water
 2 chopped romaine lettuce leaves
 ½ sliced cucumber
 A cup of spinach leaves
 1 peeled and chopped apple (just to mild the greens taste)
DIRECTIONS

1. Blend all the ingredients and drop in some ice cubes.

Serves: 1|Calories:151|Protein:9g|Cholestrol and Trans fat: 165mg|carbohydrates:16g

Total time: 5 mins| Preparation time: 5 mins|Cooking level: Easy

Vegetarian, gluten-free, low sugar smoothie mimics the taste of ice cream. This delightful recipe won’t
disappoint you.

INGREDIENTS
 1 sliced banana
 1 cup of skim milk
 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder
 ¼ teaspoon of pure peppermint extract
 A pinch of sea salt, based on preference
 2 large ice cubes
DIRECTIONS

1. Add peppermint extract to the mixture made from the rest of the ingredients.
2. Lap up your yummy smoothie.
Dreamy nutty Smoothie

Serves: 2|Calories:421|Protein:20g|Cholestrol and Trans fat: 0mg|carbohydrates:79g

Total time: 5 mins| Preparation time: 5 mins|Cooking level: Easy

Another smoothie that isn’t just all about taste. Brimming with proteins, this smoothie transforms raw
ingredients into rich sweet liquid.

INGREDIENTS
 2 tablespoons of coconut flakes
 2 tablespoon of raw almonds
 A scoop of cocoa powder
 A cup of unsweetened almond milk
 A cup of ice, based on preference
DIRECTIONS
1. Obtain a creamily textured mix from blending the above raw ingredients.
2. Add more milk if necessary.

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