Fight this heat wave with a cold refreshing homemade smoothie!

While outside is ablazed with sun and intense heat, enjoy some relief with these healthy and delicious recipes.

Read on for Smoothie Recipes and stay cool!

 

I am under the impression that all of these recipes are Vegan and most are Gluten- Free.

Please remember you can always alter any of the recipes I recommend to suit your dietary needs and preferences.

ADD A FROZEN BANANA

A not so well kept secret of vegans is that frozen banana makes an excellent base for any smoothie. It’s adds a creamy texture without an overpowering flavor.  It’s an excellent substitute for dairy items like ice cream or yogurt. They are a healthy and beneficial addition to any smoothie! Bananas are high fiber potassium rich food with a resistant starch that has prebiotic effects.

A favorite smoothie of mine is quite simple with only 3 ingredients:

• 1. Add 1.5-2 sliced & frozen bananas to a blender
• 2. Add almond milk
• 3. Add a pinch of cinnamon
• 4. Blend all the ingredient until desired consistency.

Tips: Try different amounts of almond milk and cinnamon until you reach your preferred consistency and taste.

Variations:

1. 1. For a chocolate version then add some unsweetened cocoa powder
   2. Try another type of non-dairy milk instead of almond milk  
   3. Add in flaxseed or vanilla extract like in Wholesome Banana Almond Milk Smoothie
   4. Throw in some oats and almond butter like in Vegan Banana Butter Almond Milk Smoothie

Try these creative recipes: 7 Quick & Easy Vegan Banana Smoothies  

HEALTHY SMOOTHIES

Why not make a homemade smoothie?  Not only do they taste great, are healthy but they cost much less than buying one at a juice or smoothie shop.

Here are some wonderfully refreshing options:

• Cherry Limeade Smoothie
• Creamy Breakfast Chocolate Shake
• Gingery Mango Berry Smoothie
• Hide Your Kale Smoothie
• My Favorite Green Smoothie
• Spotlight Mango Green Smoothie
• Summer Berry Smoothie
• Vegan Peach Oat Smoothie

Tips: Avoid adding too many ingredients.  The best tasting smoothies usually contain only a few ingredients.

DETOX VEGAN SMOOTHIES

For when you want something refreshing and cleansing:

• 3 Detox Smoothies
• Green Detox Smoothie
• 5 Ingredient Detox Smoothie

Beneficial Ingredients:

• Turmeric & Cinnamon (anti-inflammatory and antioxidant)
• Flaxseed (high in fiber)
• Spinach (iron, calcium, magnesium, potassium, vitamin A, and protein)
• Chia Seed (healthy omega-3 fatty acids, carbohydrates, protein, fiber, antioxidant, and calcium)
• Lemon (digestion aid)

Summer never tasted so good!

Want more Recipes? Check out  Healthy Treats or Soup.