Here are some delicious and healthy smoothie recipes just for you. Check out the article we found over at Health Magazine.
Trying a cleanse, want to jumpstart your day, or need a post-workout treat? These juices and smoothies satisfy.
Smoothies, juices, and more
Just about everyone loves a freshly pressed juice or refreshing smoothie—what’s not to like? They taste great, pack a serious punch when it comes to vitamins and minerals, and offer a healthy way to boost your energy. Plus you can be as creative as you want, mixing and matching your favorite fruits, veggies, and add-ins. Your made-to-order drink can be silky smooth, thick and creamy, or even have a bit of texture.
Spiced green tea smoothie
Here’s another way to sip healthy green tea: as a smoothie! Pair this sweet and spicy drink with a few ounces of lean protein—some sliced turkey, for example—for a complete afternoon snack.
One serving will get you 3 grams of fiber (thanks to its secret ingredient, pear!). Plus, it contains cayenne pepper, which may help curb appetite and give your metabolism a boost.
Calories: 82 calories per half-cup serving
Prep time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup strong green tea, chilled
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Juice of 1 lemon (2-3 TBSP)
- 2 teaspoons agave nectar
- 1 small pear, skin on, cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons fat-free plain yogurt
- 6-8 ice cubes
Preparation
Put all ingredients in blender. Blend until smooth. Drink cold.
Banana-Maple Smoothie
Want to power up your morning? Try this yummy blend of yogurt, pecans, nutmeg, and a splash of maple syrup. It’s sure to satisfy any sweet tooth—while also providing 3 grams of fiber and 200 to 300 mg of potassium from the one-half of a banana in the recipe.
Calories: 304 calories per 1-cup smoothie
Prep time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 1/2 ripe banana, sliced
- 1/2 cup maple low-fat yogurt
- 1/4 cup ice
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons pecans, toasted, plus more for garnish
- Dash freshly grated nutmeg, plus more for garnish
Preparation
1. Purée all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Pour into a chilled glass, and garnish with toasted pecans and grated nutmeg; serve.
Coconut-Kale-Ginger Juice
Need an energy boost? For a powerful morning pick-me-up, try this nutritious green juice by blogger Tina Haupert. It has good-for-you ingredients like apples and kale; is rich in natural sugars to keep your energy levels consistent; and is packed with vitamins A, C, and K.
Ingredients:
- 4-6 cups fresh torn kale
- 2 Granny Smith apples
- 4 ounces coconut water
- ginger root to taste
Directions: Combine all ingredients in a juicer. Pour juice into a glass or serve over ice.
Makes approximately 10-12 ounces of fresh juice
Tropical Treat Smoothie
One sip of this refreshing blend of pineapple, mint, coconut, and fresh ginger, and you’ll feel like you are on the beach somewhere warm and sunny. This recipe contains 11 grams of belly-filling protein (thanks to the silken tofu) and a splash of vitamin C-containing lime juice.
Calories: 310 calories per one and one-quarter cup serving
Prep time: 7 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen unsweetened pineapple cubes (such as Dole), plus a pineapple wedge for garnish
- 1/2 cup soft silken tofu
- 1/2 cup coconut sorbet
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Preparation
1. Purée all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Pour into a chilled serving glass, and garnish with pineapple wedge; serve.
Immune Booster Juice
This orange, grapefruit, and kiwi juice is packed with vitamin C, which protects against immune deficiencies, and vitamin K, which supports healthy bones. This juice also boasts 6 grams of good-for-your-tummy fiber.
Calories: 156 calories per 1 cup serving
Ingredients
- 1 (14-ounce) grapefruit, peeled and cut into chunks
- 2 medium oranges (10 ounces total), peeled and cut into chunks
- 3 kiwis (preferably golden, about 12 ounces total), peeled and cut into chunks
Preparation
In a blender, combine grapefruit, oranges, and kiwis; blend, scraping down sides occasionally, until smooth. Strain juice and, if desired, thin with water. Refrigerate up to 2 days (shake before serving).
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