The great weather associated with Spring is already enough delight. But clearly, Spring is that season that keeps on giving. Apart from the refreshing weather, the arrival of spring brings with it an abundance of fruits and vegetables. However, a downside to this is the rapid rate at which these fruits and vegetables can get rotten before you even get to eat them all. What, then, is the solution to this good problem? Make smoothies out of them! Smoothies give you the opportunity to get your fruits and vegetables in without having to go through the rigours of cooking. Read this article to learn some smoothie recipes you can make with your fresh spring fruits and veggies.
Easy Smoothie Recipes Made With Fresh Spring Ingredients
Take a look at some smoothie recipes made with seasonal spring ingredients to try out. Stay up to date on the newest in the world of Fashion, Arts, Beauty and Lifestyle; Follow FAB on Instagram.
1. Berries Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of fresh strawberries
- 1/2 cup of fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup of fresh raspberries
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 cup of spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup of almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
- Wash the berries and spinach thoroughly.
- Peel the banana and break it into chunks.
- In a blender, combine all the ingredients.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- If desired, adjust the sweetness with honey.
- Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
2. Green Veggie Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup of fresh kale leaves
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 tablespoon of chia seeds
- 1 cup of coconut water
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
- Rinse the spinach and kale.
- Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh.
- Peel the banana and chop it into chunks.
- Combine all the ingredients in a blender.
- Blend until silky smooth.
- Adjust the consistency by adding more coconut water, if needed.
- Pour into glasses and enjoy the refreshing green goodness.
3. Citrus Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 orange, peeled and segmented
- 1/2 grapefruit, peeled and segmented
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup Greek yoghurt
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
- Prepare the fruits as directed.
- In a blender, combine the orange, grapefruit, pineapple, mango, and Greek yoghurt.
- Add honey for extra sweetness, if desired.
- Blend until velvety smooth.
- Taste and adjust sweetness as needed.
- Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
4. Fruits and Veggies Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of fresh strawberries
- 1/2 cup cucumber, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup carrot, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup of coconut water
- 1 tablespoon of fresh mint leaves
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
- Clean and hull the strawberries.
- Peel and chop the cucumber and carrot.
- Combine all the ingredients in a blender.
- Add fresh mint leaves for a burst of flavour.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Adjust the consistency with more coconut water, if necessary.
- Pour into glasses, and garnish with a sprig of mint.
5. Tropical Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe banana
- 1/2 cup of fresh mango chunks
- 1/2 cup of fresh pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon of lime juice
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
- Peel the banana and cut it into pieces.
- Prepare the mango and pineapple.
- In a blender, combine all the ingredients.
- Squeeze in fresh lime juice for a zesty kick.
- Blend until creamy and frothy.
- Adjust sweetness with more fruit or coconut milk, if desired.
- Pour into glasses, and sprinkle with shredded coconut.
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