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Creamy Smoothies and Shakes

April 01, 2013
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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.


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Mango-Buttermilk Shakes

Credit: 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.


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Peanut Butter-Banana Milk Shakes

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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.


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Banana-Berry Buttermilk Smoothie

Credit: Photo: Stephen Devries; Styling: Lindsey Lower

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


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Watermelon, Cucumber and Mint Smoothies

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Lindsey Lower
This refreshing combination in Watermelon, Cucumber and Mint Smoothies hits the spot on those hot summer days.
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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.
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Rainbow Sherbet Smoothie

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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.
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A Berry-Good Smoothie

Credit: 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.
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Horseradish-Tomato Smoothies

Credit: 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. 


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Spinach Smoothies

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

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Grated ginger adds a bit of zip to Gingered Carrot Smoothies.
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Banana-Agave Smoothie

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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.
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The Ultimate Citrus Smoothie

Credit: 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.
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Banana-Berry Smoothie

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

Credit: Photo: William Dickey; Styling: Margaret Dickey
Cultured dairy products - such as buttermilk and yogurt - are good for maintaining a healthy digestive tract.
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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.


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Smoothie With Benefits

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

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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.
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Coconut Milk Smoothie

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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.
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Strawberry-Peach Smoothie

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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.
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Blueberry-Passion Fruit Smoothie

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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.
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Blackberry-Mango Breakfast Shake

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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.
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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.

 

 


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Blackberry Smoothies

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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.
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Sunshine Smoothie

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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.


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Banana-Peach Shake

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Fresh peaches, bananas, milk, and frozen yogurt make this smooth, creamy, fruity shake a summertime favorite for little kids and big kids alike.
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Fresh Cherry Smoothie

Credit: 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.
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Blackberry Smoothie

Credit: 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.
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Espresso Soy Milk Shake

Credit: 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.


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Banana-Mango Smoothie

Credit: 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.


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1 of 30 Lunch Shake
2 of 30 Mango-Buttermilk Shakes
3 of 30 Peanut Butter-Banana Milk Shakes
4 of 30 Banana-Berry Buttermilk Smoothie
5 of 30 Watermelon, Cucumber and Mint Smoothies
6 of 30 Apple-Berry Smoothie
7 of 30 Rainbow Sherbet Smoothie
8 of 30 A Berry-Good Smoothie
9 of 30 Horseradish-Tomato Smoothies
10 of 30 Spinach Smoothies
11 of 30 Gingered Carrot Smoothies
12 of 30 Banana-Agave Smoothie
13 of 30 The Ultimate Citrus Smoothie
14 of 30 Banana-Berry Smoothie
15 of 30 Banana-Peach Buttermilk Smoothie
16 of 30 Cucumber Smoothies
17 of 30 Smoothie With Benefits
18 of 30 Spiced Banana-Almond Smoothie
19 of 30 Coconut Milk Smoothie
20 of 30 Strawberry-Peach Smoothie
21 of 30 Blueberry-Passion Fruit Smoothie
22 of 30 Blackberry-Mango Breakfast Shake
23 of 30 Fruit and Yogurt Shake
24 of 30 Blackberry Smoothies
25 of 30 Sunshine Smoothie
26 of 30 Banana-Peach Shake
27 of 30 Fresh Cherry Smoothie
28 of 30 Blackberry Smoothie