Smoothies blended with veggies and fruits are one of the quickest and best ways of getting all the nutrients a body needs really fast. These vegan smoothie recipes are some I am using as I transition to a fully vegan lifestyle.
Honestly, it was challenging to give up things like milk and honey – but if I can do it, so can you! These drinks are not only really healthy, animal friendly, but are also pretty tasty.
Vegan Smoothie Recipes
As a vegan, there are many vital ingredients you need to avoid. But this doesn’t mean that you have to sacrifice texture, taste, or nutrients in your smoothies. Whether you’re turning to vegan smoothies as part of your plan to boost your healthy eating or lose weight, these seven recipes will enable you to create filling vegan smoothies rich in texture and delicious flavor.
Detox Green Smoothies
If you don’t enjoy eating herbs and leafy greens, drinking green smoothies is one of the perfect ways to sneak them in. The kales and parsley are fantastic for detoxification, and the best thing is that you can’t even taste them in your smoothie. Besides helping you cut weight, a green smoothie aids in setting a solid foundation for a healthier lifestyle.
Ingredients
- 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled
- 1 Kiwi
- 2 cups baby kale
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 cucumber
- 1/4 cup Flat-leaf parsley leaves
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 cup raw coconut water
Put all the ingredients in the blender, then blend it for about 60 seconds until creamy and smooth. For an extra taste and flavor of natural sweetness, you can add half a cup of grape juice to the mixture, stir, and then serve
Related recipe: Lemon cucumber smoothie
Strawberry Banana Smoothie
A strawberry banana smoothie is good for your health because strawberries contain high levels of vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber. Bananas are rich in potassium, magnesium, and fiber.
Like some of these popular Ninja blender smoothie recipes, strawberry banana smoothies are super simple to create as they contain only a few ingredients. Plus, they make a great healthy breakfast or snack. Remember to freeze your strawberries and bananas to create a thick, cool, creamy, and refreshing smoothie.
Ingredients
- 1 Frozen banana
- 2 cups frozen strawberries
- 1 cucumber
- 1/2 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 cup Coconut water
- Fresh grapefruit
- 1 cup almond milk
Place the frozen fruits in your blender. Add the remaining ingredients and then blend until smooth.
Pineapple Coconut Smoothie
In addition to helping you make some of the best vegan smoothie recipes, pineapples are perfect add-ons in smoothies with alcohol. Vibrant, tasty, and nutrient-rich, the pineapple coconut smoothie is a must-try for tropical flavor enthusiasts. Aside from being easy to make, it’s packed with anti-inflammatory ingredients and a boost of turmeric and ginger.
What’s more, the pineapple coconut smoothie is vegan, gluten free and can make a perfect dessert as well. It’s wise to use a smoothie blender because the powerful motors can effectively blend frozen fruits and even ice cubes.
Ingredients
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 cup spinach
- 3 cups frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
- 1 tablespoon protein powder
Place all your ingredients into a smoothie blender. Blend until smooth, and then serve immediately.
Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie
The strawberry blueberry smoothie has one of the quickest and straightforward smoothie recipes. It’s refreshing, super satisfying, and made with simple ingredients such as almond milk and frozen berries. To take this antioxidant smoothie up a notch, use green tea as your liquid base.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1/4 cup goji berries
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- Acai berry powder
- 1/2 cup green tea
- 1 cup almond milk
Add almond milk, strawberries, blueberries, and other ingredients to a blender then blend until smooth
Related recipe: Berry banana smoothie
Pineapple Orange Smoothie
If you’re into tropical flavors, then you’ll love this anti-inflammatory pineapple orange smoothie. It’s gluten free, and you can serve it either as a snack or for breakfast. Fresh, super sweet, and rich in vitamin c, pineapple orange smoothie is an ideal thirst quencher during the hot summer months.
It’s also ideal if you’re searching for weight loss smoothies or low sugar juice recipes that taste good without requiring additional sugar or honey.
Ingredients
- 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 cup frozen pineapple
- Zest from 1 Orange
- 1 tablespoon ground flax seeds
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 3 tablespoon maple syrup
- 3/4 cup carrot juice
Add all your ingredients into a blender. Process until smooth, then serve.
Banana Smoothie
A nutritious banana smoothie before hitting the gym gives your body the fuel it needs to burn fat and gain muscle. This smoothie is one of the easiest smoothie recipes on the list. It’s best to make your smoothie with frozen bananas as they help in chilling your banana smoothie and making it extra thick and creamy.
Ingredients
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 tablespoon marble syrup
- 2 tablespoon rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
- 1/2 tablespoon protein powder
- 3 tablespoon hot water
- 1 tablespoon golden flaxseed meal
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
Place the frozen bananas in the blender along with maple syrup, rolled oats, hemp seeds, and flaxseed meal. Add the almond milk and process until smooth and creamy. For an extra chocolate flavor, you can garnish your smoothie with shredded dark dairy-free chocolate.
Chocolate Avocado Smoothie
After a long tiresome workout, you need nutrients to replenish what your body has lost, and nothing could be more nutritious than the chocolate avocado smoothie. This smoothie is simple, ultra-creamy, and offers a delicious and perfect way to start your day.
Besides making your smoothie extra creamy, avocados pack it full of healthy nutrients. And the best thing is that you won’t even taste them in your smoothie. The combination of peanut butter and cocoa powder will satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
- 1/2 avocado
- 1 banana
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoon raw cacao powder
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
Pour the almond milk into the blender. Spoon in the peanut butter, add cocoa powder, and the frozen chunks of fruits. Blend the mixture until smooth. Serve immediately or keep your smoothie covered in the fridge for up to one day.The Ideal Vegan Smoothie Formula
Generally, the best healthy vegan smoothie is rich in nutrients with a balanced protein ratio, carbohydrates, and fat. The smoothie recipes mentioned above are perfectly designed to suit your needs.
However, you might discover that you need more or less of a specific ingredient. So, feel free to be creative, explore these recipes, and find the best ones for your healthy eating goals.
