The ULTIMATE Smoothie Guide

Five colorful smoothies for you and your little ones!

Here is THE ULTIMATE smoothie blog post! I have included FIVE recipes plus tips for powerhouse smoothie add-ins. Smoothies are an excellent way to give yourself and your kiddos a nutrient boost. I always try to add in some healthy fats and protein (for blood sugar balance) as well as fiber-rich fruits and veggies. When making smoothies for my daughter, I’ll often give her a choice based on colors, ex. “Do you want a “pink” or “orange” smoothie for your snack?” This makes it a bit more playful and fun!

Check out some of these delicious smoothies for yourself! Keep scrolling to see some powerhouse add-ins you can try too :)

PINK/RED SMOOTHIE

• 1 cup frozen strawberries and raspberries

• ⅔  cup frozen cauliflower

• ½ banana

• 1 tbsp ground flax seed

• ¼ cup plain yogurt

• ½ cup milk (or nut milk)

Blend until smooth. Add more milk or water if necessary.

ORANGE SMOOTHIE

• 1 cup frozen mango

• 1 small banana

• 1 carrot peeled and roughly chopped

• 2 tsp hemp seed

• ½ cup milk

• ¼ cup plain yogurt (optional)

Blend until smooth. Add more milk or water if necessary.

YELLOW SMOOTHIE

• ½ banana

• 1 peach or nectarine, without the skin

• ⅔ cup frozen pineapple

• ½ cup frozen cauliflower

• ½ cup milk

• 2 tsp hemp hearts

Blend until smooth. Add more milk or water if necessary.

GREEN SMOOTHIE

• 1 cup frozen kale or spinach

• 1 banana

• ½ avocado 

• ½ cup frozen mango

• ½ cup milk

• ¼ cup plain yogurt (optional)

• 1 tbsp almond butter (optional)

Blend until smooth. Add more milk or water if necessary.

BLUE/PURPLE SMOOTHIE

• ½ cup frozen cauliflower

• ¾ cup frozen blueberries

• 1/2 avocado

• 1/2 banana

• 1 tbsp flax seeds

• 1 tbsp almond butter

• 1/2 tsp cinnamon

• ½ cup almond milk

Blend until smooth. Add more milk or water if necessary.

OPTIONAL SMOOTHIE ADD-INS:

• Add some fresh ginger, especially when you feel a cold coming on!

• Pumpkin seeds are a great source of zinc, a helpful boost to your immune system!

• Flax, chia, hemp are a great way to add in healthy fats and protein.

• Acai powder can provide a serious antioxidant boost.

• Yogurt is one of my favorites since it makes a smoothie rich and creamy, while providing our bodies with probiotics, calcium, and protein.

• Nut butters are another great way to get in some protein and healthy fats! You can also just add in some nuts on their own. For example, walnuts are great for brain health and development !