There is no denying that many people are eating healthier and being kinder to their bodies. The good news is you can do both with these delicious, dairy-free smoothies. Smoothies are not only a great way to add some goodness to your lifestyle, but they are also refreshingly cool on a hot day. Here are 4 healthy smoothie recipes, of which you have to mix all ingredients in a blender. The smoothies also fit into a vegan diet.
Green smoothie
– 1 cup almond milk (unsweetened)/coconut water
– 1 handful kale
– ½ medium avocado
– 1 banana
– ¼ cucumber (sliced)
– ice cream
Health benefits: this is just about the healthiest smoothie you can drink! Kale is full of fiber and antioxidants. Avocados contain healthy fats; they lower cholesterol and are also full of fiber (and have many other health benefits).
Bananas are full of potassium, which helps keep your heart healthy.
Red currant smoothie
– 1 cup non-dairy milk/coconut water
– 1 handful raspberries (frozen)
– 1 handful pitted cherries (frozen or fresh)
– 2 handful strawberries
– 1 banana
– ice cream
– chia seeds (optional)
Health benefits: this smoothie has several. Raspberries are relatively low in sugar and high in vitamin C. Cherries contain antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds and have been shown to aid sleep as they contain the natural sleep aid melatonin. And chia seeds are great little seeds that provide energy, protein and omega-3.
Refreshing mango and pineapple smoothie
– 1 cup almond milk (unsweetened)/pineapple juice/mango fruit juice
– 1 banana
– 2 handfuls mango (frozen)
– 1 handful pineapple (frozen)
– 1 handful of papaya (frozen)
– ice cream (when using fresh fruit)
Health benefits: mangoes are known to have a plethora of health benefits, so why not put them in a smoothie? They help keep cholesterol down, are high in vitamins C and A, help unclog pores, meaning smoother skin, and can even help with poor concentration. Mangoes and bananas both contain potassium, which helps control blood pressure and maintain a healthy heart.
The classic strawberry and banana smoothie
– 1 cup non-dairy milk/coconut water
– 1½ banana
– 5-10 large strawberries (to taste)
– ice
– grapes (peeled if possible) , optional)
– chia seeds (optional)
Health benefits: Bananas are full of potassium, which is good for a healthy heart. They are also a great source of energy while strawberries are a great source of vitamin C. This smoothie is also low in fat and relatively low in calories.
