Creamy Smoothies & Shakes: April 2013

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Margaret Dickey

Choose a new smoothie or shake each day for a healthy boost of nutrition in a glass.

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Lunch Shake

Get your nutrients with this delicious meal-replacement smoothie made with raspberries, almond butter, yogurt and, yes, even kale.

Lunch Shake Recipe

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Mango-Buttermilk Shakes

Photo: Alison Miksch; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller

Frozen diced mango helps keep preparation to a minimum for this anytime smoothie. Blend with buttermilk, sugar and vanilla. Substitute other frozen fruits, like peaches, for fun variety.

Mango-Buttermilk Shakes Recipe

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Peanut Butter-Banana Milk Shakes

Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Claire Spollen

Try this thick and creamy Peanut Butter-Banana Milk Shake as a nutritious breakfast or an indulgent after-dinner treat. Perfect for any nut-lover, this decadent, frozen treat packs on the protein that is sure to keep you full and satisfied. Not only is this simple drink kid-approved, they'll be asking for it again and again.

Peanut Butter-Banana Milk Shakes Recipe

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Banana-Berry Buttermilk Smoothie

Photo: Stephen Devries; Styling: Lindsey Lower

This quick smoothie comes together in a flash. Simply combine ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth.

Banana-Berry Buttermilk Smoothie Recipe

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Watermelon, Cucumber and Mint Smoothies

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Lindsey Lower

This refreshing combination in Watermelon, Cucumber and Mint Smoothies hits the spot on those hot summer days.
Watermelon, Cucumber and Mint Smoothies Recipe

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Apple-Berry Smoothie

If you want to counteract the sweetness of the frozen berries and honey, use a tart apple variety like Granny Smith or Pink Lady. But if you want a sweet apple as the primary ingredient, try Gala or Fuji.
Apple-Berry Smoothie Recipe

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Rainbow Sherbet Smoothie

Photo: Travis Rathbone

Even though the name implies as much, this smoothie is no sugary dessert. This recipe is packed with hidden nutrients, including hemp seeds, green tea and handfuls of fresh, sweet fruit.
Rainbow Sherbet Smoothie Recipe

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A Berry-Good Smoothie

Quentin Bacon

On-the-go smoothies are often loaded with sugar and so many calories--you might as well have a milkshake. This versions saves you about 140 calories, plus it's loaded with antioxidants.
A Berry-Good Smoothie Recipe

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Horseradish-Tomato Smoothies

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Lindsey Lower

With ingredients recalling a Bloody Mary, Horseradish-Tomato Smoothies prove to be an eye-opening beverage. These smoothies are great for mature palates.

Horseradish-Tomato Smoothies Recipe

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Spinach Smoothies

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Lindsey Lower

Spinach, banana, and kiwi give a power boost to your day as key ingredients in these tasty Spinach Smoothies.
Spinach Smoothies Recipe

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Gingered Carrot Smoothies

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Lindsey Lower

Grated ginger adds a bit of zip to Gingered Carrot Smoothies.
Gingered Carrot Smoothies Recipe

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Banana-Agave Smoothie

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Kellie Gerber Kelley

Combining bananas and blueberries with creamy, fat-free yogurt and a hint of agave nectar makes for a rich and satisfying smoothie that's also low in fat. Agave nectar comes from the agave plant–it's sweeter than honey and can be found in most grocery stores. This smoothie fuels you up with a healthy dose of potassium, vitamins C and B6, and plenty of antioxidants.
Banana-Agave Smoothie Recipe

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The Ultimate Citrus Smoothie

Photo: Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Karen Shinto

Combine the juice with frozen bananas to form a fruity base, then thicken with rich, tangy Greek yogurt and sweeten with a hint of honey.
The Ultimate Citrus Smoothie Recipe

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Banana-Berry Smoothie

Photo: Levi Brown

Keep a stash of frozen bananas--they're great in smoothies because they add flavor and body.
Banana-Berry Smoothie Recipe

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Banana-Peach Buttermilk Smoothie

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Margaret Dickey

Cultured dairy products - such as buttermilk and yogurt - are good for maintaining a healthy digestive tract.
Banana-Peach Buttermilk Smoothie Recipe

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Cucumber Smoothies

Yogurt drinks are popular across the Middle East and South Asia. We like ours with puréed cucumber and herbs, plus a spritz of club soda. If the cucumber peels and seeds are tender, they don't need to be removed.

Cucumber Smoothies Recipe

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Smoothie With Benefits

Photo: Travis Rathbone

No more empty calories! This pumped-up smoothie packs extra protein to keep you slim and satisfied. Now that's a Smoothie With Benefits!
Smoothie With Benefits Recipe

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Spiced Banana-Almond Smoothie

Photo: Travis Rathbone

Thanks to almond milk and almond butter, you get a double dose of the good stuff in Spiced Banana-Almond Smoothie. This smoothie satisfies as a breakfast or snack beverage.
Spiced Banana-Almond Smoothie Recipe

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Coconut Milk Smoothie

Photo: Beatriz Da Costa

In this smoothie, traditional ingredients like bananas, blueberries, yogurt, and honey meet an unlikely guest: unsweetened coconut milk. Not only does the milk help create the perfect consistency for a smoothie, but it also aids digestion, making this sweet, fruity smoothie a good-for-you treat.
Coconut Milk Smoothie Recipe

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Strawberry-Peach Smoothie

Photo: Oxmoor House

You can enjoy this fruit-filled smoothie year-round. Use fresh or frozen unsweetened strawberries and peaches. For a thicker smoothie, let the frozen fruit stay a little icy.
Strawberry-Peach Smoothie Recipe

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Blueberry-Passion Fruit Smoothie

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Margaret Dickey

With plenty of fruit, fiber, and protein, this quick shake is a sweet snack you can feel good about. You can also enjoy a larger serving as a healthful breakfast. Look for canned passion fruit nectar with other bottled and canned juices or in the Latin food section of your grocery store. If you can't find it, substitute pineapple juice.
Blueberry-Passion Fruit Smoothie Recipe

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Blackberry-Mango Breakfast Shake

Jan Smith

Sneak silken tofu into a sweet-tart breakfast shake to keep energy high from morning through the 3pm afternoon slow-down. This is a great way to get extra protein and fiber past pickier palates.
Blackberry-Mango Breakfast Shake Recipe

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Fruit and Yogurt Shake

Perfect for a midmorning snack, this fruit and yogurt shake packs the bright flavors of pomegranate cherry juice and crushed pineapple with filling plain yogurt. It can be stored in an airtight container for 2-3 days, so keep extra on hand to satisfy those sugar cravings.

Fruit and Yogurt Shake Recipe

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Blackberry Smoothies

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Margaret Dickey

Sandi originally used strawberries instead of blackberries in this simple smoothie--you can use any of your favorite berries, or mix it up with a combination of fruit.
Blackberry Smoothies Recipe

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Sunshine Smoothie

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Margaret Dickey

This slightly sweet, thick drink is a great snack or part of a breakfast: Just one serving offers about one-third of the day's vitamin C and vitamin A and about 10 percent potassium in a low-calorie package.

Sunshine Smoothie Recipe

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Banana-Peach Shake

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Margaret Dickey

Fresh peaches, bananas, milk, and frozen yogurt make this smooth, creamy, fruity shake a summertime favorite for little kids and big kids alike.
Banana-Peach Shake Recipe

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Fresh Cherry Smoothie

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Margaret Dickey

Come summer, a cherry pitter is a wise, inexpensive investment. It makes simple work of prepping the fruit for this smoothie recipe. You can use it to pit olives, as well.
Fresh Cherry Smoothie Recipe

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Blackberry Smoothie

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Margaret Dickey

You can use any fresh or frozen berry in this shake. It's easy to take to the office in a small insulated container for a quick breakfast on the go.
Blackberry Smoothie Recipe

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Espresso Soy Milk Shake

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Margaret Dickey

This satisfying shake is a speedy dessert. It's also a way to enjoy the health benefits of caffeine, which may help lower your risk of diabetes and Parkinson's disease.

Espresso Soy Milk Shake Recipe

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Banana-Mango Smoothie

Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Margaret Dickey

Start your day with a flavorful fruit smoothie. This drink is as delicious as breakfast, but also serves well as an afternoon snack or even a frosty dessert.
Banana-Mango Smoothie Recipe

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Creamy Smoothies and Shakes

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Lunch Shake

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Mango-Buttermilk Shakes

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Peanut Butter-Banana Milk Shakes

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Banana-Berry Buttermilk Smoothie

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Watermelon, Cucumber and Mint Smoothies

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Apple-Berry Smoothie

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Rainbow Sherbet Smoothie

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A Berry-Good Smoothie

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Horseradish-Tomato Smoothies

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Spinach Smoothies

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Gingered Carrot Smoothies

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Banana-Agave Smoothie

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The Ultimate Citrus Smoothie

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Banana-Berry Smoothie

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Banana-Peach Buttermilk Smoothie

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Cucumber Smoothies

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Smoothie With Benefits

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Spiced Banana-Almond Smoothie

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Coconut Milk Smoothie

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Strawberry-Peach Smoothie

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Blueberry-Passion Fruit Smoothie

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Blackberry-Mango Breakfast Shake

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Fruit and Yogurt Shake

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Blackberry Smoothies

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Sunshine Smoothie

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Banana-Peach Shake

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