To Try: 8 Refreshing Summer Smoothies

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Mix Up a Batch of These Summer Smoothies

You have got to love a good dose of summer smoothies! Check out these awesome recipes to help you fuel up and also stay refreshed while out and about being active this summer. Stayed fueled!

Fuel up with these summer smoothies

Summer is the perfect season for smoothies, with so many fresh and tasty fruits available.

With the warm weather just around the corner, it is only natural you are interested in gathering recipes for summer smoothies. In the paragraphs that follow, we have gathered 8 delicious recipes for you to try out. Do not hesitate to prepare these smoothies in the comfort of your own home, enjoying their delicious and wonderful taste.

Keep in mind that these smoothies are not only refreshing but they are chock full of healthy vitamins and minerals, being good for your body.

8 Refreshing Summer Smoothies To Try1. Fruity smoothie

A fruity summer smoothie can be made with fruits that are in season, providing a generous supply of nutrients. These beverages can help your skin to stay healthy but they are not enough. In order to reduce the risk of premature aging and also the one of skin cancer, you have to consider the importance of sunscreen.

You need to apply a lotion with high SPF, avoiding the high hours of the sun. As for the fruity smoothies, these are the ingredients that you are going to require:

  • 2 cups – strawberries
  • 2 – bananas (medium-sized)
  • 1 cup –  pineapple juice

Blend everything, serve and enjoy!

2. Peanut butter & banana smoothie

Speaking about healthy eating plans, this summer smoothie can definitely be included on your weekly or monthly plan. It takes only five minutes to prepare and these are the ingredients that you will require:

  • 1 – banana
  • 1 tbsp. – peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp. – peanuts
  • 1 cup – almond milk
  • 1 handful – spinach
  • 6 – ice cubes

Mix everything together with a blender and enjoy!

3. Vanilla smoothie

If you want to try out a refreshing smoothie, perhaps you might want to consider this particular one. It is quite delicious, as it is made to resemble cake batter. The necessary ingredients are:

  • 1 – banana (frozen)
  • 1 tbsp. – coconut flour
  • 1 tbsp. – coconut butter
  • 1/2 cup – almond milk (vanilla-flavored)
  • 1/2 tsp. – vanilla extract
  • chocolate sprinkles (optional)

Blend everything, except for the chocolate sprinkles. Add them to the serving glass and enjoy!

8 Refreshing Summer Smoothies To Try Mango4. Blueberry & mango smoothie

The unique combination between blueberry and mango is quite delicious, providing the body with a high dose of antioxidants, necessary for the health of the skin. These are the necessary ingredients for this mouth-watering smoothie:

  • 1 – mango
  • 1 cup – blueberries (frozen),
  • 1 – banana (ripe)
  • 1/2 cup – blueberry yogurt
  • 1/2 cup – almond milk
  • 1/2 cup – orange juice
  • 1/4 cup – coconut milk

Add all of the ingredients into a blender, except for the coconut milk. Pour the smoothie into glasses and top it off with a little bit of coconut milk. Enjoy!

5. Chocolate protein smoothie

The chocolate protein smoothie is the perfect choice for breakfast, given its amazing taste and the fact that it contains proteins. These are the ingredients that you will require:

  • 1 cup – unsweetened vanilla almond milk
  • 1/2 cup – organic strawberries
  • 1/2 cup – organic raspberries
  • 1 scoop – chocolate protein powder
  • 1 tsp. – chia seeds

All you have to do is mix everything with a blender, then serve and enjoy. Optional toppings include fruits, nuts, or chocolate sprinkles.

6. Berry oatmeal smoothie

A delicious choice for breakfast, this smoothie is easy to prepare and filled with all these rich ingredients. Here is what you need to prepare the berry oatmeal smoothie:

  • 1 cup – strawberries (frozen)
  • 1/2 cup – unsweetened vanilla almond milk
  • 1/2 cup – oatmeal
  • 1 1/2 tsp. – flax seeds
  • 1 1/2 tsp. – chia seeds

You can increase the nutritional value of this smoothie by adding one scoop of vanilla protein powder. Mix everything together, serve and enjoy!

7. Beet smoothie

Not all smoothies have to include only fruits, some of the most delicious beverages out there come from fresh veggies. Refreshing and healthy, the beet smoothies requires the following ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup – cottage cheese
  • 1/2 – raw beet
  • 1 handful – beet stems
  • 1/4 – avocado
  • 1/2 – banana (frozen)
  • 1/2 cup – unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tbsp. – cacao powder
  • 1 tbsp. – maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
  • 4-5 – ice cubes
  • cacao nibs (garnish)

Add all of the ingredients to the blender and process until smooth. Serve and enjoy!

smoothie-1166402_6408. Avocado & strawberry smoothie

Avocado has been long praised for its healthy properties, so it makes sense why it should be used for the making of a delicious smoothie. Here are the ingredients you will require:

  • 1/2 – avocado
  • 2 cups – strawberries
  • 4 tbsp. – low-fat yogurt
  • 1/2 cup – almond milk
  • lemon juice (to taste)
  • honey (to taste)

Add all of the ingredients into a blender and process until you obtain a smooth texture. Pour into serving glasses and enjoy!

Wrap-Up

These are 8 refreshing summer smoothies that you have to try this summer.

As you have seen, these contain seasonal fruits and vegetables, providing you with a nice dose of vitamins and minerals.

Vaileria Dennis is a Health and Beauty expert, having 10 years of experience in Beauty industry and providing healthy living tips. She is also passionate about fitness, women’s issues and more. In recent  years, she has had an opportunity to learn about Food and Nutrition. She always excited to share her ideas related to beauty tips, healthy food recipes, and diet plans. Join Vaileria on Twitter, Facebook and G+
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