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Four Superfood Smoothie Recipes

These Superfood Smoothies are tasty and refreshing on a hot summer day. Plus, they're packed with vitamins and minerals for great health!
The Red Smoothie (Berry) is rich in flavonoids that assist in heart health.
The Green Smoothie is rich in leafy greens, which encourage the immune cells in our guts to function properly.
The Yellow Smoothie (Pineapple Turmeric) is rich in curcumin, which may tame oxidative and inflammatory conditions.
The Orange Smoothie (Carrot Ginger) is rich beta carotene, which our bodies change into vitamin A that helps keep our eyes healthy.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Blending Time2 minutes
Total Time7 minutes
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: Americana
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Mary Bryant Shrader

Equipment

  • Traditional Blender or High Speed Blender
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spatula

Ingredients

Heart Healthy Berry Superfood Smoothie Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Whey
  • 1/2 cup Cottage cheese
  • 1 tsp Olive oil
  • 1/4-1/2 cup Banana See "Recipe Notes" below regarding fruits and vegetables.
  • 1/2-1 cup Berries
  • 1/2 cup Celery
  • 1 tbsp Chia seeds
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Juice of a half a lemon

Immune Boosting Green Superfood Smoothie Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Chicken bone broth
  • 1/2 cup Green peas
  • 1/2 Avocado
  • 1/4 cup Banana
  • 1/4 cup Cucumber
  • 1/4 cup Honeydew melon
  • 1/4 cup Green grapes
  • 1/2-1 cups Mixed salad greens
  • 1 tbsp Flax seeds
  • 1 inch Fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
  • Juice of half a lemon

Anti-inflammatory Pineapple Turmeric Superfood Smoothie Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Turmeric Tea In this recipe, additional tea may be necessary to thin out the consistency of the smoothie due to the addition of the beans.
  • 1/2 cup Navy Beans
  • 1 tbsp Coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup Banana
  • 1/4-1/2 cup Pineapple
  • 1/4-1/2 cup Mango You can substitute with additional pineapple.
  • 1/4-1/2 cup Cauliflower See "Recipe Notes" below regarding the use of cruciferous vegetables.
  • 1 tbsp Psyllium husks
  • 1 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1 Lemon, juice and zest

Eye Health Carrot Ginger Superfood Smoothie Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1/2 cup Yogurt
  • 1 tbsp Sesame oil, untoasted
  • 1/4 cup Banana
  • 1/2 cup Carrots See "Recipe Notes" below regarding the use of carrots.
  • 1/4 cup Cantaloupe
  • 1 small Orange Zest the orange first and add the zest to the blender. Then peel the orange and add the fruit to the blender.
  • 1 tbsp Old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 inch Fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
  • 1 tbsp Raw apple cider vinegar Raw apple cider vinegar may be added separately or mixed with the water called for in this recipe.

Instructions

How to Make a Superfood Smoothie

  • Add ingredients to a blender in the order they are listed in the recipe. (For example, with the berry smoothie, you would add the whey to your blender first.)
  • If you are using a traditional blender, you will need to blend the ingredients for at least 2 minutes.
  • When using a traditional blender, if you find that the nuts, seeds, and other small ingredients do not become fully pulverized, you may want to blend them in the blender by themselves. Afterward, empty the blender contents and add the ingredients in the order listed in the recipe.
  • Alternatively, if you have a coffee bean or spice grinder, you can grind your nuts, seeds, and other hard ingredients, in the smaller grinder first and then add the ground ingredients to your blender in the order listed in the recipe.
  • If you are using a high-speed blender, you will need to blend the ingredients for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • If you do not use frozen fruit and vegetables, you will need to add a few ice cubes to your mixture to create a cold custard-like consistency. (For more information, see the video and the Recipe Notes below.)
  • Once you finish blending your Superfood Smoothie, pour it into a glass and enjoy.
  • If you are not ready to drink your smoothie, you can refrigerate it for up to 1-2 days, but the consistency might change slightly.
  • Alternatively, you can freeze your smoothie in a freezer-safe container, allowing sufficient headspace for expansion, for up to 3 months. When you are ready to enjoy your smoothie, allow it to defrost overnight in the refrigerator.

Video

Notes

Fruits and Vegetables: Fruits and vegetables are best used frozen to create a smoothie with a cold custard-like consistency.
Carrots and Cruciferous Vegetables: When using carrots or cruciferous vegetables in smoothies, you should steam or blanch them first before freezing them. Raw cruciferous vegetables are not only hard to digest, they are also difficult to blend into a smooth consistency. As an option, you can also use store-bought frozen vegetables since they have been blanched before freezing.
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