Healthy Summer Breakfast Smoothies

I've recently gotten into making smoothies and juices for myself and I love it! They are fun to play around with different combinations of fruits and veggies and they are super yummy and good for you!

Smoothies are a perfect breakfast for a busy morning. Not only that, they give you plenty of protein and fiber to give you energy all morning. Plus, they are delicious and refreshing on a warm summer morning!!

So, here a few of my favorite smoothies that I would love for you to try. AND they are kid-friendly! So have your kids try them too :)

1. Oatmeal Smoothie

• ¼ cup old-fashioned oats (uncooked)
• ½ medium banana
• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• ¾ cup frozen mango
• ¾ cup frozen strawberries or ½ cup frozen blueberries
• ¾ cup milk of choice (dairy, almond, etc.)

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2. Green Smoothie

• 2–3 cups spinach (packed)
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 banana
• 1 Granny Smith apple (cored and cubed)
• 1 cup chopped cucumber
• 4 dates
• 1 tablespoon flax seeds
• Squeeze of lemon
• Large handful of ice

OPTIONAL TOPPINGS

• Shaved coconut (unsweetened)
• Chia seeds
• Hemp seeds

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3. Chocolate Protein Smoothie

• ¾ cup Greek yogurt
• ¼ cup plus 2 tbsp. milk (almond, dairy, etc.)
• 1 medium banana (sliced and frozen)
• ½ tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons almond butter
• 2 teaspoon ground flaxseed (optional)
• ¾ cup ice cubes

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All you have to do is throw the ingredients in a blender and blend it up!! Easy Peasy!

Try them out and let me know which is your favorite!!


FYI - I found these recipes on Pinterest :)