While a smoothie can be enjoyed all year round, there’s nothing better than sipping on a cool, refreshing beverage while relaxing in the sun. That’s why the team at Freshways has scoured the internet to find you six smoothie recipes for you to enjoy over the coming months.
So here are some smoothie recipes to get you excited for summer.
Classics
Classic smoothie recipes often combine healthy ingredients with great flavour, as these recipes demonstrate.
1. Strawberry Green Goddess Smoothie
For a smoothie packed with calcium, fibre, vitamin C and folate, check out this Strawberry Green Goddess Smoothie. It blends great ingredients such as strawberries, spinach, avocado, orange juice and yoghurt for a tasty, refreshing beverage.
2. Mango Lassi
A favourite in the Indian subcontinent, this Mango Lassi feels like equal parts smoothie, dessert and yoghurt. Just add mangoes, natural yoghurt, honey, lime juice and a pinch of ground cardamom to a blender and blitz until combined.
Sweet Treats
While healthy smoothies are all the rage, it doesn’t mean you can’t satisfy your sweet tooth with these rich smoothie recipes.
3. Decadent Chocolate Superfood Smoothie
This Decadent Chocolate Superfood Smoothie is the best way to satisfy your sugar cravings while also providing you with a selection of antioxidants and other nutrients. You just need a banana, almond butter, flax seeds, maple syrup, almond milk and raw cacao powder. For an extra boost, add some spinach and kale as you blend.
4. Vegan Brownie Batter Smoothie
Rich, chocolatey and all-natural. This Vegan Brownie Batter Smoothie will make an excellent dessert or drink to enjoy on a hot summer day. It’s easy to make, just add pumpkin puree, cocoa powder, vegan chocolate protein powder, cashew butter, vanilla extract and almond milk and top with some vegan brownie chunks once blended.
Alcoholic
There’s no reason why you can’t enjoy a lovely smoothie without a tipple of your favourite alcohol in it. Here are some alcoholic smoothie recipes.
5. Pina Colada
One of the most popular alcoholic smoothies is the world-famous Pina Colada. It’s simple and easy to make, just mix white rum, pineapple juice, coconut cream with ice in a blender for a lovely, refreshing beverage.
6. Strawberry Daiquiri Smoothie
A daiquiri is a timeless drink and this Strawberry Daiquiri Smoothie is no exception. It just needs white rum, orange and lime juice, strawberries and some strawberry sorbet to be blended. Then pour over ice and garnish with a sliced strawberry.
Wholesale Dairy Suppliers
If you need ingredients to make your smoothies, shop with Freshways today. We are a fresh milk supplier who also offers products such as bulk yoghurt and bulk juice. Call today on 0208 746 2046 to buy wholesale dairy and everyday brands, or visit our website to browse our full selection of products and order online.