When spring arrives, I turn to my trusty blender and say, “Let’s do this.” As I move and shake my way out of 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.

One of the most amazing things about smoothies is how easily you can “hide” ingredients in them that are good for you, but are not necessarily delicious on their own, and I try to take full advantage of this super power! 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 Nancy’s Oatmilk Non-Dairy Yogurt Plain
• 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 Nancy’s Oatmilk Non-Dairy Yogurt Vanilla
• 1 Tbsp. maple syrup or sweeter or choice (optional)
• 2 tsp. organic chia seeds
• 1 tsp. organic acai berry powder
• 1 tsp. organic maqui 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. Cordyceps and shiitake mushrooms are also known to support healthy immune system functioning*, and what better way to start your day than sipping a tasty immuno-supportive beverage!

Ingredients

• 1 frozen organic banana
• 1 cup Nancy’s Oatmilk Non-Dairy Yogurt Vanilla
• 1/2 cup organic almond butter
• 1 Tbsp. organic shiitake mushroom powder
• 1 Tbsp. organic cordyceps mushroom 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

1. 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.
2. 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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*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.