Looking for quick, on-the-go breakfasts that’ll keep you feeling full and energized all morning long? We’ve got the perfect option for you—smoothies! Honestly, smoothies are an incredible anytime drink, not in the least because they make it way easier to get in your fruits and veggies. Whether you like berry smoothies, chocolate protein shakes, or green-packed options, we've got something here you'll love. We hope these 40 recipes will help inspire you, but smoothies are really all about improvisation, so feel free to get creative.
At their very simplest, smoothies are pretty much just a combo of fruit (frozen is best), a thickener, a liquid, and some add-ins, all blended together (sometimes with ice). As long as you keep the proportions and basic ingredients the same (check out our easy guide for how to make a smoothie if you’re a true beginner), you can really go wild with your mix-ins.
You could go with traditional fruits like strawberries and raspberries, or choose tropical options like pineapple and mango. Bananas are often used to thicken smoothies, but if you’re not a fan, consider nut butters, yogurt, or coconut milk instead. As for the liquid, water could work, but milk (including plant-based options like oat or almond) and coconut water are better. Then the add-ins are where things really get fun. Try cocoa (or cacao) powder, hemp or chia seeds for a little crunch, greens like spinach or kale for color and nutrients, etc.
Want to go overboard with the add-ins and worry your smoothie can’t take it? Serve them in a bowl instead! That way you can keep your blended proportions the same, but add as many toppings as you want.
The moral of the story is to have fun with it–the best part about having a smoothie for breakfast is that every day is an opportunity to find new and exciting flavor combos. That, and they’re kind of like a healthy milkshake. 😉
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Chocolate Keto Protein Shake
Who needs protein powder anyway? Packed with almond milk, almond butter, chia seeds, and hemp seeds, this shake will energize you and keep you full all morning. If you're not really a chocolate person and prefer fruit smoothies, our coconut berry keto smoothie is for you.
Get the Chocolate Keto Protein Shake recipe.
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Keto Smoothie
Popular smoothie fruits like bananas or pineapples are a no-go on keto, so we've replaced them with lower carb raspberries, strawberries, and blackberries here. Combine them with some added fat via coconut milk and some hidden spinach (or kale!) for the perfect anytime smoothie.
Get the Keto Smoothie recipe.
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Blueberry Smoothie
Craving a smoothie, but not a banana fan? This blueberry smoothie is just as creamy, but skips the tropical fruit in lieu of almond butter and oat milk.
Get the Blueberry Smoothie recipe.
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Best-Ever Açaí Bowl
We love a good smoothie bowl. This one, made with nutrient-rich frozen açaí and a crunchy coconut topping, will keep you full and happy all morning long. We chose to include some of our favorite fruits in the mix, but feel free to switch it up and sub in your own favorites.
Get the Açaí Bowl recipe.
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Perfect Green Smoothie
For whenever you want to blast yourself with health, chug this spinach-kale smoothie. Not a honey fan? Swap for maple or agave. Allergic to almonds? This would be great with other nut butters too.
Get the Perfect Green Smoothie recipe.
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Easy Banana Smoothie
If you love banana milkshakes, this smoothie—packed with flaxseeds and yogurt—will be your healthy BFF. Also! Unlike other smoothies that are packed with 20 different fruits, powders, and other ingredients, this smoothie only needs 5 things (plus ice, ofc).
Get the Healthy Banana Smoothie recipe.
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Triple-Berry Smoothie
We chose (frozen!) strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, and bananas to be our base here, but any combo of fruit is great. Make a tropical smoothie of pineapple, mango, and banana or add blueberry and peach to switch it up for a summer twist.
Get the Triple-Berry Smoothie recipe.
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Superfruit Smoothie
One sip of this 4-ingredient (just kiwis, chia seeds, frozen cherries, and almond milk) smoothie will have you feeling incredible all day.
Get the Superfruit Smoothie recipe.
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PB&J Smoothie
This is just like your favorite childhood sandwich, but in smoothie form! Take inspo from our creative twists on peanut butter and jelly too if you wanna switch things up (we bet Nutella would be great in here).
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Cantaloupe Breakfast Bowls
This one's for the fruit lovers! This easy breakfast bowl is perfect for those warm summer days when you're craving something cold and refreshing. We're big fans of almond milk, but if you prefer dairy milk, it would work just as well.
Get the Cantaloupe Breakfast Bowls recipe.
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Razzle Dazzle Smoothie
Raspberries, pineapple, mango, and coconut milk make this sweet-tart smoothie the most delicious way to wake up in the morning.
Get the Razzle Dazzle Smoothie recipe.
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Piña Colada Protein Smoothie
Who says smoothies can't taste just like your favorite beach co*cktails? This one tastes just like a piña colada, sans the booze, and with a little protein energy boost.
Get the Piña Colada Protein Smoothie recipe.
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Avocado Smoothie
Protein-rich avocado and chia seeds make this smoothie super-filling, and maple syrup adds the perfect amount of sweetness.
Get the Avocado Smoothie recipe.
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Blueberry-Peanut Butter Smoothie
Kick up the protein in your smoothie with peanut butter and whey protein in this fruity smoothie that goes down easy.
Get the Blueberry-Peanut Butter Smoothie recipe.
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Mango Smoothie
Coconut water adds a subtle sweetness, yogurt is your creamy base, and a banana gives texture to this smoothie, but feel free to go wild with your other fruit additions. This harmonious base can take whatever you throw at it.
Get the Mango Smoothie recipe.
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Spinach Smoothie
We get it: The thought of drinking a green smoothie can be a little... unappetizing. But when blended up with coconut water and banana for a little sweetness, this one is totally delicious.
Get the Spinach Smoothie recipe.
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Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
The combination of banana and peanut butter is totally iconic and is really well suited for a smoothie. After your first sip, you're going to be wondering if you're eating dessert or drinking a tasty and healthy breakfast (hint: it's the latter!).
Get the Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie recipe.
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Strawberry Banana Smoothie
If there's only one smoothie recipe you remember, it should be this one. If you keep the measurements the same, you can swap out the fruit for infinite combinations. Just don't skip that cinnamon! It makes this recipe extra-special.
Get the Strawberry Banana Smoothie recipe.
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It's Easy Bein' Green Smoothie
Kermit might change his tune after trying this delicious smoothie featuring spinach, mango, a banana, and just a touch of lemon juice.
Get the It's Easy Bein' Green Smoothie recipe.
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Pineapple Banana Smoothie
Frozen pineapple, banana, coconut milk, and toasted coconut make this taste just like a piña colada. Add rum if you're feelin' crazy!
Get the Pineapple Banana Smoothie recipe.
Camille Lowder
Digital Food Producer
Camille Lowder is the digital food producer at Delish, otherwise known as our resident queen of recipe galleries. Previously, she attended the Natural Gourmet Institute for culinary school and worked at/managed a number of New York restaurants. She loves anything vegan, foods masquerading as other foods (hello, cauliflower), and a well-used Oxford comma.
