As I move and shake my way out of cool-weather hibernation (and try to shed some extra winter insulation), smoothies become the perfect breakfast and/or lunch for me. These nutritious drinks keep me feeling light, but still nourished and focused, and I love discovering new ingredients to add to my favorite blended recipes.
For a smoothie that won’t leave you craving a snack right after, there’s nothing like a creamy yogurt base to give your blend a rich texture and satisfying staying power. One of the most amazing things about smoothies is how easily you can “hide” ingredients that are good for you, but are not necessarily delicious on their own, and I try to take full advantage of this superpower! Fresh fruit will mask a remarkable range of strong flavors, from bitter greens to earthy mushrooms to tart berries—all of which just happen to offer some serious wellness-supporting benefits. Through a little experimentation, I’ve developed three recipes that combine great taste with great nutrition, and I’m happy to share them with you.
3 Superfood Vegan Smoothies for Summer
Tropical Super Green Smoothie Recipe
Chock-full of chlorophyll goodness, this superfood green smoothie recipe tastes like a tropical escape that is as good for your body as the beach is for your soul!
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen organic mango chunks
- 1 cup frozen organic pineapple chunks
- 3 pitted organic medjool dates
- 1 cup plain yogurt (or vegan alternative of choice)
- 1 Tbsp. organic hulled hemp seeds
- 2 tsp. organic spinach powder
- 1/2 tsp. organic alfalfa powder
- 1/2 tsp. organic barley grass powder
- 1/2 tsp. Japanese chlorella powder
- 1/2 tsp. organic wheatgrass powder
- 1 cup filtered water or plant milk of your choice
Superfood Berry Smoothie Recipe
The balance of sweet and tart makes this a refreshing afternoon pick-me-up. Bilberry also has antioxidant properties that help maintain good health and fight free radicals.* These wonderful fresh berries also pair perfectly with the tart berry powders and pink peppercorns.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen organic peaches
- 1/2 cup frozen organic blueberries
- 1/2 frozen organic raspberries
- 1/4 cup dried organic bilberries
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt (or vegan alternative of choice)
- 1 Tbsp. maple syrup or sweeter of choice (optional)
- 2 tsp. organic chia seeds
- 1 tsp. organic acai berry powder
- 1 tsp. freshly ground organic pink peppercorns
- 3/4 cup filtered water or plant milk of your choice
Chocolate Mushroom & Banana Smoothie Recipe
This decadent breakfast smoothie is both filling and comforting. Lion's mane mushrooms are also known to support overall health and wellness, and what better way to start your day than sipping a functional beverage.
Ingredients
- 1 frozen organic banana
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt (or vegan alternative of choice)
- 1/2 cup organic almond butter
- 1 Tbsp. organic lion's mane powder or 1 tsp. organic lion's mane extract powder
- 1 Tbsp organic roasted cacao powder
- 1 Tbsp. organic chia seeds
- 1/2 tsp. organic cassia cinnamon powder
- 1/2 cup filtered water or plant milk of your choice
Directions
- Place all ingredients in blender in the order in which they are listed. This will help your blender keep its momentum without getting bogged down and also prevents the powders from getting stuck on the bottom.
- Blend on high until all frozen ingredients are pulverized, and mixture is well combined. Each recipe makes 3 to 4 cups.
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