Summertime means smoothies and berries and those two things together make for a pretty delicious treat. Berries of all kinds are nutrient powerhouses as well as being delicious and super colorful.
Strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries are all abundant this time of year and make great smoothies when they are fresh or frozen. They are versatile and pair with lots of other yummy ingredients such as banana, chocolate, plant-based milk, and yogurt.
Take a look at these 15 OGP recipes for some creative ideas for your next berrylicious smoothie.
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1. Strawberry Beet Cinnamon Smoothie
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Boost your workout routine with this delicious and nutritious Strawberry Beet Cinnamon Smoothie by Claire Ragozzino! This smoothie is great for muscle recovery. Nitrogen-rich vegetables like beets help increase blood flow to the muscles which speeds up your recovery time and boosts your energy. The bananas contain potassium to avoid muscle cramping, the flax provides good fats loaded with heart-healthy omegas, hemp provides a small protein boost, and cinnamon helps the pancreas metabolize the sugar from the beets/fruit.
2. Blueberry Superfood Breakfast Smoothie
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This Blueberry Superfood Breakfast Smoothie by Shanika Graham-White is a delicious and simple way to enjoy a quick, easy breakfast while gaining awesome health benefits from the superfood and antioxidant ingredients. Made from blueberries, bananas, protein powder, almond butter, chia seeds, and Almond milk, and is naturally sweetened. All vegan and gluten-free.
3. Probiotic Berry Smoothie
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This is the ultimate Vegan Probiotic Berry Smoothie. This gut-healthy Probiotic Berry Smoothie by Kristina Jug & Mitja Bezenšek is delicious, rich in probiotics, vegan & gluten-free! Now here’s a smoothie that will start you off in the new year just right!
4. Berry and Chia Pudding Smoothie
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Here we have a Berry and Chia Pudding Smoothie by Vicky Coates. Chia seeds transform into a delicious pudding-like texture when soaked in liquid. Take this superfood to the next level by layering it with a delicious berry smoothie! A vegan and gluten-free recipe.
5. Berry Smoothie Bowl
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You’ve probably seen the latest fuss with pretty smoothie bowls – they’re all over Instagram! However, they don’t only look incredibly stunning, they’re also wholesome! This Berry Smoothie Bowl by Laine Rudolfa is a mix of bananas and different berries, as well as Brazil nuts!
6. Black Currant Smoothie Bowl
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This Black Currant Smoothie Bowl by Lena Ropp is simple to make, but so delicious! With just four simple ingredients (plus toppings!), you can have a tasty and nutritious breakfast to enjoy in a snap!
7. Cilantro Blueberry Detox Smoothie
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If you want to clean out your brain and get it working even better, here’s a raw vegan Cilantro Blueberry Detox Smoothie by Nikki Stokes that tastes pretty amazing! The banana and orange make the smoothie sweet and creamy and help pull together the flavors so that the cilantro and spirulina flavors are not too overpowering.
8. Raw Vanilla, Berry, and Lemon ‘Cheesecake’ Smoothie Bowl
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Smoothie bowls are the easiest way and healthiest way to get lots of nourishing goodness in one serving. If you’re a fan of lemon cheesecake, you will love this recipe for Raw Vanilla, Berry, and Lemon ‘Cheesecake’ Smoothie Bowl by Tiana Haines! It’s like eating dessert for breakfast and the best thing is it will only take about 5-10 mins to make.
9. Silky Strawberry Avocado Smoothie
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A delicious strawberry avocado smoothie with a creamy texture that is extremely easy to make, requiring just 3 ingredients. No added sugars or other additives! This Silky Strawberry Avocado Smoothie by Nele Liivlaid rocks because it takes only about 5 minutes of your time, and you end up with simply divine flavor combinations!
10. Blueberry Creamsicle Smoothie
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A gorgeous purple haze, creamy coconut, and sweet blueberries are a heavenly combo in this smoothie. Add some chia seeds to this Blueberry Creamsicle Smoothie by Clémence Moulaert, and you’ve got yourself a superfood smoothie that tastes like dessert.
11. Nutella Buckwheat Smoothie With Warm Blackberry Sauce
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Buckwheat is a great source of complete plant-based protein with one cup uncooked containing 19 grams! So including buckwheat in your meals is a great idea, especially if you’re vegetarian or vegan and trying to bump up your protein intake. Buckwheat is also high in fiber and essential minerals such as manganese, magnesium, zinc, copper, and phosphorus. Plus it adds an irresistibly smooth and creamy texture to smoothies when soaked and blended. Serve this Nutella Buckwheat Smoothie With Warm Blackberry Sauce by Mitra Shirmohammadi for a luscious breakfast to keep you cozy on a gloomy day. It’s delicious!
12. Beautiful Berry Coconut Smoothie Bowls
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Mornings can be rough. All the more reason to brighten up the start of your day with this Beautiful Berry Coconut Smoothie Bowl by Tori Cooper! It’s loaded with good-for-you ingredients like bananas, mixed berries, coconut water, flaxseed meal, and oats, and the best part is it can be completely customized to your liking.
13. Date and Berry Smoothie
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If there is one simple way to incorporate more fruits and veggies into your diet, it’s by drinking smoothies. They are quick and simple to make and as long as you chuck enough bananas in there, there’s no tasting the vegetables and green stuff in this Date and Berry Smoothie by Olivia Budgen.
14. Blueberry Molasses Smoothie
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We all know molasses isn’t the most amazing-tasting food out there. The only reason people put up with it is for the great health benefits. So, why not get the great health benefits while also making it taste good with this Blueberry Molasses Smoothie by Kennedy Kitchings? Sounds like a good plan.
15. Strawberry Smoothie Bowl
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Coconut bowls are an environmentally friendly recycled natural product. They are 100% natural and hand-crafted by local Balinese people. What’s inside the bowl is a work of art, too. Try this Strawberry Smoothie Bowl by Maryke Wylde and get all the deliciousness and health benefits of these beautiful strawberries.
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