20+ Best Smoothie Recipes for Summertime

These smoothie recipes highlight your favorite fruits and veggies—in a slurpable drink! They’re packed with good-for-you ingredients, take less than 5 minutes to make, and can be enjoyed any time of day.

Why You’ll Love These Smoothies

Smoothies are such a big part of my weekly routine. Whether that’s making my fiber-packed brown smoothie as a quick post-workout meal or sipping on a creamy mango smoothie by the pool. Either way, I consider them a great way to incorporate more fruits and veggies into your diet, especially when seasonal produce is at its peak. And if you’re new here, here’s a quick snapshot of what my smoothie recipes are all about:

• Quick and easy. Although it’s as simple as tossing everything into a blender, scroll below for my tips on how to prep ingredients to make the process even easier.
• Well-balanced and healthy. I always aim for a balance of nutrients, fiber, protein, and healthy fats. You’ll find more on how I do this toward the bottom of this post.
• Endlessly customizable. These recipes are great as-is, but don’t be afraid to tweak them based on what you have or what you love!

Easy Fruit Smoothie Recipes

Fruit combinations in smoothies are virtually endless! Make the most of what’s in season: grab juicy mangos in the summer and persimmons in the winter. Then, blend them with year-round staples like bananas or apples. These smoothies are easy, delicious, and refreshingly vibrant.

Strawberry Banana Smoothie: A tried-and-true classic that never gets old. It’s sweet, creamy, and always satisfying.

Mango Smoothie: Made with just mangoes, bananas, and milk—this tropical blend is summer in a glass and one of my all-time favorites.

Banana Smoothie: The ultimate 3-ingredient wonder that’s creamy, naturally sweet, and surprisingly filling. It’s a great smoothie to make use of ripe bananas. I’ll also show you how to freeze bananas!

Watermelon Smoothie: Turn in-season watermelon into a refreshing creamy delight! This recipe is also a hit for summer dinners at my house. The kiddos love it.

Mandarin Breakfast Smoothie: I like to think of this as a citrus creamsicle with benefits. It’s bursting with vitamin C and morning energy.

Strawberry Acai Smoothie: Frozen acai, strawberries, and bananas create a nutrient-rich smoothie that feels like a smoothie bar treat.

Peach Breakfast Smoothie: Celebrate peach season with this cozy, spiced smoothie that’s made extra creamy with yogurt and chia seeds.

Almond Orange Smoothie: A fun riff on the nostalgic Orange Julius—zesty oranges, almond butter, and a splash of vanilla take it up a notch.

Healthy Smoothie Recipes

Skip the pricey juice bar—these healthy smoothies are packed with natural, anti-inflammatory ingredients that help fight inflammation, boost immunity, and support overall wellness. They’re colorful, energizing, and feel-good from the inside out.

Best Green Smoothie: A blend of apples, spinach, banana, and avocado that’s creamy, sweet, and way better than your average green smoothie. Bonus: try this post-workout green smoothie for extra protein!

Blueberry Smoothie: This antioxidant powerhouse mixes blueberries, banana, yogurt, and flax seeds for a feel-good drink from the inside out.

Cilantro Smoothie: Detox in a glass—this refreshing blend of cilantro, pineapple, spinach, kiwi, and ginger is like a reset button for your day.

Pineapple Turmeric Smoothie: This blend of pineapple, banana, ginger, and turmeric makes for one seriously good-for-you combo (and an incredibly delicious tropical flavor).

Cranberry Smoothie: Tart meets sweet in this cranberry-orange blend that’s creamy, refreshing, and packed with antioxidants. I also love to make this when I have leftover cranberries from the holidays!

Apple Carrot Beet Smoothie: Earthy beets, sweet carrots, and crisp apples come together in this vibrant smoothie that doubles as a veggie-packed treat.

Spiced Persimmon Smoothie: Warm spices, sweet persimmons, and a splash of citrus make this the ultimate cozy smoothie for colder months.

Golden Beet, Carrot & Turmeric Smoothie: Loaded with beta-carotene and gut-loving ingredients, this sunshine-hued smoothie is both healing and delicious.

Dessert-Like Smoothies (With No Guilt!)

Craving something a little more indulgent? These dessert-inspired smoothies feel like a treat but are made with wholesome ingredients. Yes, a chocolate smoothie can be good for you!

Chocolate Collagen Smoothie: A blend of chocolate, banana, and collagen powder is the kind of smoothie that feels like dessert while also supporting glowing skin.

Cashew Date Shake: A naturally sweet, ultra-creamy version of the famous Palm Springs date shake—no refined sugar needed!

Refreshing Smoothie Bowl Recipes

If you haven’t jumped on the smoothie bowl bandwagon, now’s your moment. These vibrant bowls transform your basic smoothie into a full-on meal, topped with crunchy, colorful, and nutrient-dense extras. Start with your favorite smoothie blend, then have fun piling on toppings like nuts, seeds, superfoods, and extra fruit.

Acai Bowl: The quintessential smoothie bowl packed with antioxidants, and even better when topped with a colorful mix of berries and crunchy add-ons.

Pitaya Smoothie Bowl: Want to feel like you’re on vacation in Bali? Pitaya (aka dragon fruit) makes this bowl pop with vibrant color and tropical flavor, especially when topped with even more fresh fruit.

Dark Cherry Smoothie Bowl: When cherry season hits, this bowl is a must. Blended with banana and coconut water, then topped with cacao nibs and coconut flakes, it’s a rich and refreshing treat.

Mango Smoothie Bowl: Bursting with tropical flavor and sunny vibes, this one’s made for warm mornings. Finish it off with extra fruit and a sprinkle of granola for the perfect crunch.

Clean Green Smoothie Bowl: Packed with hidden veggies and leafy greens, this vibrant bowl is the ultimate green smoothie in spoonable form.

How To Make A Great Smoothie

When it comes to making a smoothie, don’t overthink it. The best ones often come together by simply improvising with what you have on hand. Toss in that spotty banana, a handful of spinach that’s on its last leg, or the rest of that open can of coconut milk. A little of this and that can go a long way in a delicious blended drink. While there’s no single “right” way to make a smoothie, here are a few tips for crafting a healthy, well-rounded one:

• Choose a liquid base. Filtered water, coconut water, or dairy-free milks like oat milk, almond milk, hemp milk, or cashew milk are great options for a creamy texture. Steer clear of fruit juices most of the time—they add unnecessary sugar.
• Start with frozen fruit. For a thick, chilled smoothie (without watering it down with ice), use frozen fruits like frozen bananas, berries, or mango. You can buy frozen fruit or chop and freeze your own!
• Add vegetables for more fiber. Leafy greens like spinach or kale are an easy way to sneak in extra nutrients. You can also use frozen zucchini or cauliflower for a fiber-rich, low-sugar boost.
• Incorporate healthy fats. Healthy fats help your body absorb all the fat-soluble vitamins from fruits and veggies. Add a dollop of almond butter, a slice of avocado, a drizzle of coconut oil, or a sprinkle of chia or flax seeds.
• Superfoods and protein add-ins are a plus. Take your smoothie to the next level with easy extras like cinnamon, turmeric, maca powder, collagen, or goji berries. For more ideas, check out my post on how to make the healthiest green smoothie.

Roundup originally posted December 2020, but updated to include new recipes and photos for your benefit!