Refreshing Smoothie Recipes

By Dallas Daws
April 10, 2014

Find smoothie recipes with strawberries, cherries, yogurt, bananas, pineapple, spinach and more—perfect for breakfast, a snack or a postworkout drink.

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Strawberry and Mango Smoothies

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A little bit of honey sweetens a refreshing mixture of pineapple or orange juice blended with strawberries, mango and banana.

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Protein-Packed Smoothies

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This healthy recipe is loaded with fresh fruit and a little something extra: peanut butter for added protein and a subtle nutty flavor.

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Cherry-Berry Smoothie

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This quick-and-easy blender drink, from the Michigan Cherry Committee, combines cherries, milk, yogurt, blueberries or raspberries, juice concentrate, honey and vanilla.

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Antioxidant Power Smoothies

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Rich-in-antioxidants blackberries and blueberries flavor this smoothie, enhanced by blueberry yogurt, pomegranate juice and honey.

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Coffee Smoothie

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Healthier than the typical frozen coffee drink, this smoothie has banana and honey to sweeten the espresso. Sprinkle with cinnamon, if you like.

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Pretty in Pink Smoothie

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A hint of basil adds a fresh flavor twist to strawberries and watermelon in this healthy smoothie recipe.

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Blueberry-Pineapple Smoothie

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Blueberries, pineapple, bananas, cherries, spinach and vanilla yogurt make for a smoothie packed with vitamin C and fiber.

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Tropical Getaway Smoothie

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Bananas, mangoes, pineapple juice and a dash of lime juice create a refeshing smoothie.

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Banana, Peach and Flax Swirly Smoothies

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This easy smoothie recipe calls for mangoes, peaches and bananas along with a dash of honey. Stir with a spoon to get the swirled look.

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Smoothie Pops

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Customize our smoothie pops with the fruit of your choice for a cold treat on a hot day. 

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Shamrock Smoothies

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Named for their pretty color, these fruity green smoothies call for a blend of frozen kiwifruit and banana. Add green grapes, yogurt, orange juice, honey and rum. If you'd prefer a nonalcoholic version, just omit the rum. 

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Tropical Fruit Smoothies

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Banana and mango mixed with fat-free flavored yogurt and milk create a smoothie with just 103 calories per serving.

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Sunrise Smoothie

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Orange juice, yogurt and fresh fruit make these smoothies great-tasting.

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Super Berry Smoothies

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Spinach and protein powder boost the health appeal of this smoothie. Strawberries, blueberries and raspberries give it luscious fruity flavor. 

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Cherry-Blueberry Banana Smoothies

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Sweet banana balances the tartness of cherries and blueberries in this smoothie recipe. Greek nonfat yogurt and vanilla-flavored almond milk make it calcium-rich.

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Strawberry Smoothies

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Here's our version of the popular strawberry smoothie served at the South Dakota State Fair in Huron. 

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Avocado Smoothie

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Greek yogurt and banana blend smoothly with avocado for a smoothie rich in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and protein.

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Tropical Morning Smoothie

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Pineapple, mango and banana lend tropical flavor to this smoothie; heart-healthy flaxseed provides fiber.

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Carrot Smoothie

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This type of drink can be pricey in juice bars; here's how to make your own!

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Peachy Apricot Slush

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At just 40 calories a serving, this fresh drink is a good alternative to high-calorie fruit drinks or sodas. Mix apricot nectar, peaches, ice, and lemon or lime juice, then add carbonated water.

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Sweet Spinach Smoothie

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This smoothie gets its bright green color from avocado and spinach. A pear and grapes lend sweetness.

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