How to Make 3 Delicious and Healthy Smoothies

Written by Bella Bucchiotti

It’s a new year and many of us are trying to start the year off right with more mindful food choices. Today’s post is three smoothies that will help you get your fresh start this year. These smoothies are not only pretty to look at, but they taste delicious and they are full of fruits and vegetables.

 

Carrot Orange Smoothie

This carrot orange smoothie tastes like fresh orange and pineapple juice. The carrots add a pop of color and some vegetable goodness to start your day.

• 1/2 Cups coconut milk
• 1/2 Cup yogurt, plain
• 1 Orange, cut up
• 2-3 Carrots, chopped
• 2/3 Pineapple chunks, frozen

Place all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. If using fresh pineapple, add some ice before blending.

Cucumber Pineapple Smoothie

You will really enjoy this cucumber pineapple smoothie. The pineapple gives this smoothie a tropical taste. The cucumber and spinach give this smoothie a boost of vegetables and a taste that is very refreshing.

• 1/2 Cup cucumber, sliced
• 1 Cup pineapple, frozen or fresh
• 1/2 Banana
• 1/4 Cup almond milk or non-dairy milk
• 1/2 Cup water
• 1 Cup of spinach
• 6 Ice cubes

Place all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.

Strawberry Banana Smoothie

You can’t get a better tasting smoothie than this strawberry banana smoothie. It is so creamy and has a taste that will remind you of fresh spring berries.

• 1 Cup ice
• 1 1/2 Cups strawberries
• 1/2 Cup yogurt, plain
• 1 Banana
• 1/2 Cup almond milk or non-dairy milk

Place all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.

In Closing

Are you going to make one of these smoothies? Which one do you think you’d like the best? Let us know in the comments below! As well, we’d love to hear what other types of smoothies and healthy breakfasts you’ve been loving this year!