If you have already read the title, I am sure you know what’s in store for you here… I am sure, not all of you but most of you are aware of SMOOTHIES!
But what we all see around is that a lot of people confuse themselves in understanding the difference between a Smoothie and a Juice! All of your doubts and misconceptions will be cleared right away. Don’t you worry… Join me as I take you through this smooth ride of quick and easy-to-make SMOOTHIES.
It is tough to refuse a freshly made, fresh, delicious-looking fruit smoothie, isn’t it?
They’re sweet, icy, and filled with healthy elements. Fruits, as we all know, are healthy when eaten as it is, but what we all need to know more, about is they taste even better when sliced up nice, and crushed into a smoothie. And today we are going to see how to do that. But first, some introduction.
Smoothies Are Healthy, Filling, & Cleansing
We all need nutrients daily, but how do we consume most of them at once?
Having smoothies is an absolutely effective way to increase the number of fruits and vegetables we eat in our day-to-day diets.
Smoothies are overloaded with minerals, vitamins, fibers, natural sugars, and probiotics, thus making them a fantastic healthy breakfast choice. They are not just healthy but are also vastly filling and will surely keep your tummy full until lunchtime.
Global Smoothies Trend
The smoothies recipes will usually range from being extremely simple recipes to intricate recipes with plentiful fruits and veggies. They play a key role in getting that inner glow and maybe that is why fitness enthusiasts love having them after gym sessions.
You tend to globally witness a trend of people consuming smoothies as a mandatory part of body cleansing.
You will also get some pre-made ones around at multiple healthy food-related shops and some grocery stores. This trend certainly beats our very own traditional basic juice trend that we all used to follow.
Finally, the Smoothie Recipes
From simple fruit recipes to nearly very ingenious creations, the below-listed smoothie recipes are not only nutritious but are also quick and easy to make and slurp and save your time!
Do share these with your friends and family and relish the flavor and fun of the smoothies together.
Before I proceed with my Top 10 smoothies, let me give you a quick and easy formula to make the perfect smoothie.
Fruits of your choice + some citrus juice + milk/dairy substitute + cubes of ice + BLEND = Scrumptious, easy and healthy smoothie is ready!
Okay, now let us see the small-inclusive list of 10 essential smoothies:
1. Banana Smoothie
I am aware you all consider this commonly found fruit a low-cost fruit and not consider it a special one.
But not only is a banana healthy but also loaded with carbohydrates to keep you filled for a good 3 hours on the go.
When it comes to indulging in an amazing and easily blendable brew, a banana smoothie could be an amazing kickstart to your making.
This recipe is trouble-free and will help you to understand the making of a perfect smoothie with a pleasant texture, neither too runny nor too stiff.
All you need is two to three bananas, some honey, vanilla extract, ice, and yogurt. Blend! and your delicious treat is ready.
2. Classic Green Smoothie
A never to go out of trend smoothie! I know these don’t look appetizing at all, but if you play it perfect and put it all together, and will taste absolutely delicious. If you are health conscious, add onto a little kale and collards.
You can convert any basic smoothie into a green smoothie! How? Toss in a few greens and veggies of your choice, and you’re good to go.
It wouldn’t be visually appealing, but is positively the healthiest! The blend is easy: get your greens and mix them with honey, unsweetened milk, and ice for a perfect green smoothie.
3. Chocolate Smoothie
Beat the heat with this classic chocolaty smoothie. Definitely, on everyone’s to-do list, this is another dessert-like smoothie. To make this a healthier option, you can always add some peanut butter!
Adjust the intensity of this smoothie by tweaking the volume of the cocoa powder and peanut butter you add. You all have to guess what we need to make this! Unsweetened cocoa powder, peanut butter, maple syrup, and a few ice cubes!
4. Pina Colada Smoothie
An all-time favorite tropical cocktail could be your next best homemade smoothie. This smoothie is a nutritious virgin version of the trendy tropical cocktail!
A small little tip! Adding in some coconut milk will bring the perfect to-go tropical flavor, but don’t worry if you don’t have any back home, a lot of other varieties of milk will also work perfectly fine.
Keep handy some pineapple chunks, coconut milk, and maple syrup.
5. Mocha Smoothie
Are you a coffee addict who wants to switch to some healthier liquids? This smoothie is just your need of the hour! This easy-to-make smoothie can be made by utilizing the leftover coffee to add some java flavor.
Again, a quick tip for dealing with leftover coffee, pour it into an ice cube tray and freeze it! Voila! There you have loads of coffee cubes ready to make yourself a relaxing and pleasant mocha smoothie.
6. Creamy Mango Smoothie
We all love a plummy, yellow, and juicy mango, isn’t it? Rightly known as the king of fruits in India, this mango smoothie will make crave you more! Each and every sip of this fruit smoothie is a guaranteed moment of relaxation and a treat to your taste buds.
Fulfill your hunger pangs with a neatly sliced mango, skimmed milk, a pinch of ginger and yogurt, and some optional dry fruits.
7. La Tizana
Sounds crazy, isn’t it? Pals, it’s now time for a little transnational influence, and La Tizana is an astonishing summery smoothie from the northern coast of South Africa! Venezuela.
This non-alcoholic sangria just took the wrong turn down the blender and bursts itself with refreshing flavors of fruits!
To make this smoothie, you can use any and every fruit around you. That includes pineapples, mangoes, strawberries, grapes, bananas, oranges.
Further, if you try and experiment with this with an addition of limeade, you will have made one of the zestiest combinational smoothies that you have ever tasted.
8. Coconut-Kale Smoothie
I know! I know! You might be wondering how you could make a smoothie with coconut as the primary ingredient, right?
Many green smoothies are sweetened, enjoyable, and ultra-satisfying; even if their color and ingredients keep you away, they’re yet ultra-healthy. This exotic smoothie is no exception.
The mixture of coconut water and any fruit of your choice is bound to render a stimulating footing for the green leaves of kale and mint. To make it tastier, a gust of citrus from the freshly squeezed lemon balances the tang of the greens. All you need is coconut water, finely chopped kales, mint leaves, a few pieces of pineapple, fresh lime juice, peeled ginger, and a little maple syrup!
9. Ginger Plum Smoothie
I know you are already wondering about this recipe. But trust me on this one! These two uncertain cohorts once blended uniquely, will make an amazing, irresistible smoothie.
I can guarantee you that this smoothie is bound to be your next excuse to go shop for juicy plums!
With just 3-4 basic elements, you’ll be astonished of the various flavors this smoothie can bring onto your palate.
Once you’re a pro, you can always play and experiment with a few other fruit juices as well. A spoonful of yogurt will help you get that perfect silky consistency that every professionally made smoothie you ever see represents!
10. Strawberry Almond Smoothie
Last but not least, here I present to you my all-time favorite fruit! Strawberries!
This smoothie will brighten your day and lighten you up with freshness, with the taste of this fruit which has a beautiful shade of red.
Recommended by all the doctors, almonds are full of proteins and are verified to be a pleasant companion to strawberries.
This delicious smoothie can be made with fresh or frozen strawberries, together with a spoon of yogurt and a handful of almonds. If you aren’t very fond of almonds, go for some pre-almond milk.
PRO TIP – How to make a perfect Smoothie without any yogurt
If you are lactose intolerant, or not a fan of dairy products, do not worry.
Follow this simple tip, and your smoothie will be as perfect as anyone’s smoothie with yogurt…
TIP – Eliminate the dairy element and increase the fruits by ½ cup and the citrus juice by ½ cup.
Okay, so we saw the 10 super-easy and super-tasty smoothies to make at home. I hope you all enjoyed this sweet smoothie journey! Do try these back at home and healthily calm your hunger pangs. Feel fresh, light, and energetic.
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