Summer Smoothies

Smoothies provide a fantastic nutrient boost and help you meet your daily fluid intake, keeping you well-hydrated. They are not only healthy but also make for a quick and convenient on-the-go breakfast or snack.

Try out one of these smoothie recipes this summer, and don’t forget to have your kids help! Toss all the ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.

Carrot, Apricot, Yogurt Smoothie

½ cup yogurt

½ cup ice cubes

1 tsp honey (remove or sub with maple syrup if giving to a child under 1 year old)

½ cup grated carrot

2 dried, chopped apricots

½ tsp cinnamon

1 pitted and chopped fresh apricot

Pumpkin and Avocado Smoothie

½ cup yogurt

½ cup frozen pureed pumpkin (canned works too!)

¼ of an avocado

½ cup water

1 tbsp maple syrup

2 tbsp ground flaxseed

½ tsp pumpkin pie spice

Peanut Butter, Spinach, and Banana Smoothie

1 cup fresh spinach leaves

1 cup plain kefir or milk

1 tbsp peanut butter

1 frozen banana

Mocha Protein Smoothie

*for adults only*

1.5 cups cooled black coffee

1 cup ice cubes

1 frozen banana

1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

¼ cup chopped walnuts

6 tbsp chocolate protein powder

Peaches and Cream Oatmeal Smoothie

½ cup yogurt

½ cup milk

1 cup frozen peaches

½ cup rolled oats

½ cup ice

½ frozen banana

Source: https://evidation.com/blog/healthy-smoothies