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10 Smoothies to Jumpstart Your Day by Your Marque Team

Smoothies are your morning secret weapon. They’re a quick, easy, and versatile way for clean eating, better digestion, and energy on-the-go. Just one smoothie packs tons of extra fruits, veggies, and vitamins to kickstart a productive day the right way. Best of all, they taste so good, you’ll forget it’s healthy. Blend your breakfast and sneak nutrition into your morning better than you’d sneak food into a movie theater!

No two smoothies taste the same.  With so many fruits, veggies, and flavor options, you’ll never get bored. Ready to jump start your morning, but not sure where to start?  By using this easy guide below, you can create flavors and nutrition catered perfectly to your needs and taste.

Check out these 10 recipes that will result in a perfect smoothie for every morning!

 

Foolproof Formula

Making the perfect smoothie can be easy. If you are unsure of what to put in your smoothie, try this foolproof formula:

Liquid + greens + fruit + protein + nutrition boost + sweetener + ice = perfect jump start smoothie

 

LIQUIDS GREENS FRUIT PROTEIN NUTRITION BOOST SWEETENER
(up to 1 cup)WaterCoconut waterCoconut milkMilk

Almond milk

Coffee

Tea

Juice

(a couple handfuls)KaleSpinachParsleyChard (fresh or frozen-load up!)ApplesBananasBerriesCherries

Kiwi

Melon

Mangoes

Oranges

Peaches

Pears

Pineapple

Plums

(2 TB)A scoop of protein powderGreek yogurtKefirPeanut butter

Almond butter

Cottage cheese

(to taste)Chia seedsFlax seedsHemp seedsPumpkin seeds

Oats

Cinnamon

Mint

Basil

Ginger

Vitamin powder

Cacao

(sweeten to taste)Pure vanilla extract HoneyCoconutDates

Smoothie Recipes 

Need some inspiration? Here are 10 recipes packed with natural, energizing nutrition. Drink to that!

 

Protein Machine

Building some muscle? Bulk up or stay lean with this rich, filling, protein smoothie

  • Milk
  • Spinach
  • 1 banana
  • 1 scoop protein powder
  • 2 T greek yogurt
  • 1 T peanut butter
  • 2 T pumpkin seeds
  • ¼ tsp vanilla
  • Ice

                                               

Low-cal

Cut calories without cutting taste! Since berries are so nutrition-dense and chia seeds expand, this smoothie makes for the perfect light but filling meal.

  • Almond milk
  • Kale
  • Strawberries
  • Raspberries
  • 2 T Kefir
  • 2 T chia seeds
  • Basil leaf
  • 1 date
  • Ice

 

Dairy-free Energy

A cold, refreshing mocha drink with no animal byproducts required!

  • Cold coffee
  • Almond milk
  • chard
  • 1 frozen banana
  • 1 scoop soy chocolate protein powder
  • ½ tsp vanilla
  • (sweeten to taste with dates)
  • Ice

 

Paleo

Try this wholesome, paleo-friendly and dairy-free delight

  • Herbal tea
  • Parsley
  • ½ banana
  • Blueberries
  • Small handful of almonds
  • Ice
  • (coconut and mint for garnish)

 

Peaches & Dream

The perfect Summer-Fall transition treat

  • Coconut milk
  • Spinach
  • Frozen peaches
  • 2 T greek yogurt
  • Pinch of cinnamon
  • Coconut
  • ¼ tsp vanilla
  • Ice

 

Lean Chocolate Shake

chocolate smoothie in jar with straw
 

Avoid the drive-thru! Try this take on the classic chocolate shake.

  • Milk
  • 1 frozen banana
  • 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
  • 1 T flax seeds
  • Dash of cacao
  • ¼ tsp vanilla

The Unexpected

Don’t knock it ‘til you try it.

  • Almond milk
  • Spinach
  • 1 frozen banana
  • ½ avocado
  • 2 TB cottage cheese
  • 1 T honey
  • Ice

 

Piña Kale-lada

kale green smoothie
 

Creamy coconut and refreshing pineapple.

Oh, HEALTH yeah.

  • Coconut milk
  • Kale
  • Pineapple
  • 2 TB coconut
  • ¼ tsp vanilla
  • Ice

 

Cinnamon Roll

Curb those cravings with this sweet treat, perfect for breakfast or dessert!

  • Milk (any kind)
  • 1 frozen banana
  • ½ scoop vanilla protein powder
  • 1 T almond butter
  • 2 T rolled oats
  • ½ tsp vanilla
  • Cinnamon
  • 2 dates
  • (optional: pecans)

 

Kid-friendly

They’ll never know they just drank spinach.

  • Orange juice
  • Spinach
  • Strawberries
  • Mangoes
  • 2 T greek yogurt
  • Vitamin powder
  • Ice

 

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