A smoothie with fruit and veggies is ultra healthy! Tips on how to use what's on hand and tailor to your tastes. You pick your favorite fruits and vegetables to make a delicious smoothie.
This time of year always inspires me to make some changes....some healthy changes. I need to eat more fruit and veggies and less sugar - so how about a smoothie with fruit and veggies? Yikes....less sugar! That's going to be tough.
Smoothies with fruit and veggies are healthy and I make them with absolutely no added sugar. And I don't miss it at all!
I have my go-to items for smoothies. But I also need to have an alternate game plan because we don't always have everything on hand.
My recipe is my standard go-to smoothie, but I will also give you a list of some options for substitutions and variety!
My basic rule: Add what you like and try out different ingredients to see what works. I don't like any one ingredient to overpower the smoothie.
Fruit Options
Add what you have on hand or your favorite fruit. Fruit can be fresh or frozen.
- Blueberries
- Strawberries
- Raspberries
- Banana
- Pineapple
- Kiwi
- Peach
- Mango
- Citrus
Veggie Options
- Spinach
- Kale
- Swiss Chard
- Carrots
- Cucumber
We love to make these smoothies all year long. My kids make them for breakfast and for snacks. You just can't go wrong with a treat like these smoothies. If you are looking for more smoothie recipes check out this green smoothie recipe.
What to do with leftover smoothie?
If you have any leftover smoothie, just pop the extras in the fridge or freezer and enjoy later. My kids like to put them in the freezer and then eat when it is frozen. The smoothie will become frozen hard and you will need a spoon to scrape it up. As it begins to thaw, the smoothie is easier to eat.
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Smoothie with Fruit and Veggies
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsweetened/plain greek yogurt
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- ½ cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- ½ cup raspberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 whole ripe banana
- 1 whole carrot (washed and chopped into large)
- ½ teaspoon chia seeds
- ¼ cup water or juice
Instructions
- Place all items in a blender.
- Blend until fully incorporated, stopping to stir or add more water or juice as needed.
- Serve right away or cover and store in refrigerator.
Notes
Nutrition
geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen says
I've been on a really smoothie kick lately - great way to get some extra veggies and fruit into my diet. Your version looks great - never thought about adding carrots. I've also been adding oats that I blend up first to powderize then add the rest of the ingredients.
Kathy says
Oats is a great idea. Thanks for the suggestion!
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
With all that delicious fruit and yummy ingredients, this smoothie doesn't need any extra sugar! This looks like smoothie perfection, Kathy! I love a good smoothie in the morning or after my workout, and I can't wait to add this one to my list! Cheers, my friend! 🙂
Kathy says
No sugar needed! The fruit is sweet enough by itself and has such great flavor.
Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks says
This smoothie sure look like the right way to start out the new year, Kathy! I definitely need less sugar after the holidays too. Those straws are adorable!
Kathy says
You get a huge dose of fruit and veggies in one delicious glass.
David @ Spiced says
Less sugar?!? Say it ain't so! Haha...just kidding. I feel ya on the post-holiday food hangover. It happens every year, but then the next year comes around and I want holiday food again! Smoothies are an excellent way to keep it on the lighter side...thanks for sharing your recipe!
Kathy says
Thanks, David!
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
Smoothies are my go to try after a workout Kathy, and this one sounds delish! I need to cut out the sugar too! Easier said than done for me though!
Kathy says
For me too! Everywhere I look...there's something tempting me!
Laura ~ Raise Your Garden says
Oh yum. I love a good smoothie! Glad I can use fresh or frozen fruit. And what a great way to use up those bananas that are getting mushy on the countertop. And can I just confess that sometimes we do smoothies for dinner and like it that way =) Happy New Year Kathy!
Kathy says
I always have fruit in our freezer from the summer time; perfect in these smoothies!
Cakespy says
YUMMMM. I love the blender shot with all of the rainbow of produce showing! This smoothie sounds amazing.
Kathy says
Thanks! We need to eat a rainbow of foods to get all those healthy nutrients!
Fran @ G'day Souffle' says
Yum, I can see those chia seeds peeking through the smoothie- (or maybe it's the raspberry seeds)! Kathy, thanks so much for following my blog. I just received my annual report from WordPress and you came in the 'top 5' of people who made comments on my blog for the year (you are 'number 3'). Happy New Year!
Kathy says
I think they are both the chia and raspberry seeds. I love reading your blog, Fran! Keep up the good work!
karrie @ Tasty Ever After says
Happy New Year Kathy!! I need a good recipe for a smoothie and happy to see yours! I am finished with eating heavy foods and ready for fresh, healthy stuff 🙂
Kathy says
Definitely time for the healthy stuff!
Melanie @ Melanie Cooks says
This yummy smoothie is a great healthy way to start the day! After all the holiday feasts, I need to go back to healthier eating, and this smoothie recipe is a must - so full of healthy ingredients and so tasty!
Kathy says
The best part of this smoothie is you don't feel like you've given up anything! It's so delicious!