Berry Smoothie

A delicious berry smoothie takes 5 minutes and has a few easy ingredients!  Delicious ingredients including fresh ginger for a bit of spice!

Great on busy days for breakfast or a snack knowing it is a super-easy way to eat some healthy, wholesome fruit.

I LOVE mixed berry smoothie.  They are perfect if I want something sweet, but don't want to indulge in something overly sweet. 

One tip is to have a good selection of frozen fruits in the freezer. 

The grocery stores are well stocked so the fruit does not have to be in season to enjoy delicious smoothies year round.

I rarely add sweetener, but on occasion I do and my preferred sweetener is local raw honey.

Ingredients:

• Frozen mixed berries
• Milk
• Bananas
• Ginger
• Sweetener - optional

How to make a berry smoothie:

1. Place all ingredients into a blender and blend for several minutes until smooth and frothy.

Smoothies can be meal replacements for me on very hectic, busy days.  However, in that case, I might add a small scoop (about a tablespoon) of protein (nut butter, protein powder, etc...) to balance.  My nutritionist stresses the importance of meals containing three things - healthy protein, carbs, and fats.

Recipe Tips:

• If using fresh berries, add one cup of crushed ice to achieve the thickness of the smoothie.
• Garnish with mint leaves or berries if desired.
• Replace agave with honey (not vegan) or maple syrup (it will change the flavor slightly).
• Replace milk with yogurt (regular or dairy-free) to make a thick smoothie bowl.
• Use leftovers to make mixed berries popsicles!

Should I use fresh or frozen fruit for this mixed berry smoothie?

• You can use fresh or frozen but might want to an ingredient that is frozen to get the thick frothy smoothie.

Can I substitute the milk in this recipe?

• Yes, if you don't have milk or don't want to use milk, you can substitute water, juice, or yogurt in this smoothie recipe.

How can I make this smoothie thicker if too thin?  Or thinner if too thick?

• Easily make this smoothie thicker by adding more frozen fruit and blend the ingredients.  
• To thin out a thick smoothie, add a bit more liquid and blend the ingredients.

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Berry Smoothie

Prep Time

5 mins

Total Time

3 mins

 

This berry smoothie is the go-to option for a quick breakfast; great for the whole family and packed with nutrients.

Course: Breakfast, Smoothie, Snack

Cuisine: American, Breakfast

Servings: 2

Calories: 502 kcal

Author: Christine Galvani

Ingredients

• 2 cups frozen mixed berries
• 1 cup milk (substitute your favorite dairy-free milk. I like coconut milk.)
• 2 ripe bananas
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
• 2 tablespoons sweetener (Optional, if desired, can add two dates, coconut sugar, maple syrup, honey, agave, sugar-free substiitute.)

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients into a blender and blend for several minutes until smooth and frothy.

2. Taste and add sweetener if needed or desired. I usually don't need it.

3. Serve in glasses and enjoy!

4. May be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

5. Note:  Try to use organic berries if available.  Additionally, fresh strawberries and blueberries may be available seasonally, locally through farms.

Recipe Notes

• If using fresh berries, add one cup of crushed ice to achieve the thickness of the smoothie.
• Garnish with mint leaves or berries if desired.
• Replace agave with honey (not vegan) or maple syrup (it will change the flavor slightly).
• Replace milk with yogurt (regular or dairy-free) to make a thick smoothie bowl.
• Use leftovers to make mixed berries popsicles!

Nutrition Facts

Berry Smoothie

Amount Per Serving

Calories 502 Calories from Fat 162

% Daily Value*

Fat 18g28%

Saturated Fat 11g55%

Cholesterol 62mg21%

Sodium 240mg10%

Potassium 1358mg39%

Carbohydrates 85g28%

Fiber 7g28%

Sugar 52g58%

Protein 19g38%

Vitamin A 745IU15%

Vitamin C 20mg24%

Calcium 602mg60%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

This smoothie recipe was updated in May 2021 with new photos and a new recipe.