Healthy Breakfast Smoothies in a Rainbow of Colors

By Samantha McNulty
July 07, 2015
Sidney Bensimon
For a refreshing, nutritious, and fast start to the day, make a good-for-you smoothie part of your breakfast routine.
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Sidney Bensimon

For a refreshing, nutritious, and fast start to the day, have a smoothie for breakfast. When you blend all of an ingredient, no nutrients are left behind. That means all of the vitamins, antioxidants, and immune-boosting properties in your fruits and vegetables can be taken to-go in a delicious, sweet smoothie. Here you'll find smoothie recipes that rely on both fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables for lots of flavor and health benefits. Kids will love the vibrant colors so much that they'll want to try them, too!

Green smoothies are always touted for their health benefits but even those who are spinach-averse will find that these recipes are refreshing and delicious. For a sweet green sip that will leave you feeling great, try this Green Machine Smoothie made with spinach, tart Granny Smith apples, and creamy avocado. If you're still feeling hesitant and need some reassurance, try our Editors' Favorite Green Smoothie (have we ever steered you wrong?).

If you're playing for the tie, drink a smoothie that tastes indulgent but is actually good for you, like this pumpkin spice-inspired drink. Or take a sip from this smoothie that will remind you of your favorite tropical getaway—it features pineapple and coconut (think piña colada) plus fibrous chia seeds and non-fat, creamy Greek yogurt. For those who avoid dairy, there are delicious vegan options like this Carrot-Mango Smoothie.

Our healthy smoothie recipes include a rainbow of colors and a delicious mix of flavors. Each recipe also explains how to make a smoothie in a blender, so the only thing you need to figure out is which recipe to start with.

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Editors' Favorite Green Smoothie

Marcus Nilsson
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It's easy being green when the flavor is so enjoyable. Our food editors love the sweet, tropical flavor that mango adds to this spinach and romaine-based smoothie.

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Mango Lassi Smoothie

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If you're a fan of Indian food, then you're probably familiar with this refreshing drink. In our take, fresh mango and whole-milk yogurt are blended for an easy, creamy drink. A pinch of cinnamon and salt balance the sweetness from the fruit.

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Blueberry-Banana Skyr Smoothie

Lennart Weibull
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There's potassium and zap of antioxidants in this Skyr-based smoothie which goes down easy and leaves you feeling good. It comes together quickly, making it the perfect way to start the day on a busy morning.

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Strawberry-Coconut Smoothie

Courtesy of Bryan Gardner
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Jump-start your morning with this sweet, creamy smoothie. It's a dairy-free delight made with coconut milk, strawberries, banana, and a splash of lemon juice.

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Peanut Butter Berry Smoothie

Courtesy of Mike Krautter
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This smoothie combines two of our favorite sandwiches—peanut butter and jelly, and peanut butter and banana—in one tall glass. It's a dairy-free delight made with unsweetened almond milk.

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Pineapple-Coconut Smoothie

Linda Pugliese
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You can enjoy all of the tropical flavors of a piña colada—a creamy combination of coconut and pineapple—without the hangover. Here, chia seeds provide a boost of energy and shares omega-3 fatty acids with coconut oil, too.

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Pumpkin Smoothie

Mike Krautter
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Curb your pumpkin spice latte habit and go with this good-for-you pumpkin smoothie instead. Puréed pumpkin is loaded with fiber and immune-boosting nutrients, so feel free to go back for seconds and thirds of this drink.

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Carrot-Mango Smoothie

Bryan Gardner
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There are just three ingredients—mango (which is packed with vitamin C and potassium), carrot juice (full of vitamin A, which is great for your eyes), plus a touch of nutmeg—and some ice cubes in this bright orange smoothie. It's super simple, dairy free, and deliciously nutritious.

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Mango-Tahini Smoothie

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Tahini in your smoothie? Yes, the paste made of sesame seeds is not just for hummus. Here it adds protein and healthy fatty acids to this invigorating dairy-free drink.

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Avocado-Banana Smoothie

Jonathan Gregson
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This bright-green smoothie gets its color from nutrient-dense avocados that are full of healthy fats. Add in Greek yogurt, honey, banana, and orange juice to make a breakfast drink that is sure to brighten your day.

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Green Machine Smoothie

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With spinach, avocado, and Granny Smith apples as the main ingredients, we just had to name this smoothie the Green Machine.

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Pom-Berry-Banana Smoothie

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Antioxidant-rich pomegranate juice and mixed berries combined with banana and orange makes for one brilliantly hued and healthy all-fruit smoothie.

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Coconut-Cherry Smoothie

Johnny Miller
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With just three ingredients, this smoothie will help you streamline your morning routine. Hydrating coconut water, sweet cherries, and zesty lime juice make for a bright drink full of electrolytes and vitamin C.

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Superfood Smoothie

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Blueberries, yogurt, soy, and orange—each with their own stellar superfood powers—combine to create a breakfast bound to make you feel super.

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Oat-Coconut Smoothie

Bryan Gardner
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Coconut oil adds incredible flavor to this orange juice and Greek yogurt-based breakfast drink. Coconut oil can increase metabolism, energy, and endurance—perfect at the start of a long day.

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Peanut-Banana Espresso Smoothie

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This smoothie is packed with protein and potassium (thanks, peanut butter and banana), but the espresso powder gives the drink wonderful pick-me-up properties.

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Avocado, Spinach, and Pear Smoothie

Aaron Dyer
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This smoothie packs tons of vegetable goodness but with the light, sweet flavor of pear, plus mint, and coconut, kids will never suspect there's a giant bunch of spinach hiding inside.

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Savory Parsley Smoothie

Armando Rafael
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For those who don't want a sweet smoothie there's this refreshing green option made with yogurt, cucumber, parsley, and a touch of garlic.

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Banana-Oat Smoothie

John Kernick
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Why would you add oats to your smoothie? Well, 1/4 cup gives a boost of protein and fiber as well as a thicker consistency to this yogurt and banana smoothie. It'll keep you going all morning long.

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Pineapple and Ginger Smoothie

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This is one powerhouse smoothie: Pineapple is full of immune-boosting vitamin C and inflammation-reducing bromelain. It's paired with the cancer-fighting properties of fresh ginger in a yogurt-based breakfast.

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