Tips for Making the Perfect Smoothie + 10 Superfood Smoothie Recipes

Happy June! It’s almost officially summa, summa, summertimeeeee – which in my food world means juicy peak season produce, grilling, eating outdoors as much as possible, and all kinds of refreshing treats, smoothies and drinks.

Truth be told, I pretty much drink smoothies year-round. Lately I’ve been making smoothies every day for my husband, daughter and me. They’re such a great way to pack lots of nutrition into one little meal.

And while combining fruit and milk may not seem revolutionary, there are definite ways to level up your smoothie game and make it a filling, superfood-packed meal or snack. Follow my 4 tips for making the perfect smoothie!

How to Make the Best Superfood Smoothie

1. Pack in the produce.

Smoothies are a great way to really pack in the nutrition, and I often make my smoothies with 3 servings of fruits & veggies. Instead of using the same fruit, switch it up and try a variety of produce – from watermelon and cantaloupe to raspberries and mango, there are so many options!

I like sneaking greens in there – my favorite being baby spinach because you can’t even tell it’s in there (I swear!). Another way to boost your smoothie’s nutrients is to use a superfood green supplement.

2. Add in healthy fats.

Don’t shy away from including healthy fats in your smoothies… They’re brain food that your body thrives on! Try to blend in nut butters – peanut, almond, and cashew are my favorites – avocado, or coconut, or sprinkle some chopped nuts on top for crunch.

3. Include protein.

I usually include some type of plant-based protein in my smoothies to balance out all of those healthy carbs and fat. Options include protein powder, chia or hemp seeds, ground flaxseed and oats.

4. Pick a nutritious base that fits your needs.

I love using different plant milks in my smoothies, as different milks have different perks. For instance, the almond milk I use is rich is Vitamins D and E + calcium, but sometimes when I want an extra protein boost, I’ll use pea protein milk.

If you want to add in extra healthy fat, try using canned coconut milk as your base and make a tropical smoothie. If you want something super hydrating and light, use coconut water as your smoothie base.

10 Easy Superfood Smoothies

Anti-Inflammatory Banana Turmeric Smoothie.

Inspired by golden milk, this anti-inflammatory smoothie features frozen banana, hemp hearts,  cinnamon, turmeric and ginger. Get the full recipe here.

Cherry, Banana & Chia Smoothie.

Frozen cherries + banana are two of my favorite smoothie fruits. Whip up a smoothie with both fruits, fresh or frozen – 1/2 banana + 2/3 cup cherries – 1 TBSP of chia seeds, 1-2 TBSP of almond butter, a serving of chocolate or vanilla protein powder and 1 cup of almond milk.

Iron-Rich Green Superfood Chocolate Mint Smoothie.

Oh how I love chocolate + mint! My iron-rich green superfood chocolate mint smoothie recipe features oats, hemp hearts, cocoa powder, banana, a green superfood supplement, and of course, mint extract.

Strawberry Kale & Flaxseed Smoothie.

Blend together 1 cup strawberries, 1-2 TBSP of almond butter, 2 TBSP ground flaxseed, and a large handful of kale with 1 cup of your favorite milk.

Chocolate Cake Batter Hemp Smoothie.

This smoothie features my go-to base: almond milk, chocolate protein powder, peanut butter and cocoa powder. And the addition of vanilla, cocoa, and cinnamon gives this smoothie a cake batter taste (yum). Get my full chocolate cake batter smoothie recipe and try it ASAP!

Peaches & Cream Smoothie.

I first started making peaches & cream smoothies for my toddler, and they’re a fun way to switch up your normal smoothie routine! Combine 1 cup of frozen peaches with 2/3 cup of dairy or plant-based yogurt, 1 TBSP of ground flaxseed, 2/3 cup cashew milk, 1-2 TBSP of almond butter and a 1/4 TSP of cinnamon.

Creamy Mango Melon Smoothie.

Oooh la la, this smoothie is perfect to make on a sweltering summer day! My mango melon smoothie recipe combines watermelon, cantaloupe, and mango with canned coconut milk, and then I like to sprinkle some chia seeds on top.

Creamy Raspberry Chia Smoothie.

Mix it up with this 5-ingredient smoothie, which combines raspberries, ricotta cheese, honey, chia seeds and almond milk. Get the full recipe here.

The PB & J.

If you love peanut butter & jelly, you’ll likely enjoy it in smoothie form too! Combine a serving of almond milk and vanilla protein powder of choice with 1 cup of frozen raspberries, grapes, or strawberries, 2 TBSP of hemp hearts, and 1-2 TBSP of peanut butter.

Chocolate Cherry Cashew Smoothie Bowl.

What better way to end this round up than with a filling smoothie bowl? This chocolate cherry cashew smoothie bowl features frozen cherries, cashew milk, chia seeds and raw cashews. As pictured above, I love finishing off my smoothie bowls with lots of toppings!

Tell me… What’s your go-to smoothie combo?