Super Fun Summer Smoothies Recipe!

These Super Fun Summer Smoothies are the ultimate way to beat the heat with a burst of refreshing flavors. Creamy, vibrant, and packed with natural sweetness, each sip feels like a mini vacation. You can blend up a tropical paradise or a berry-packed delight that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Perfect for lazy mornings or sunny afternoons, these smoothies are a treat for your taste buds and a boost for your energy.

With their velvety texture and bright, fruity notes, these smoothies are a feast for the senses. Whether you’re craving something tangy, sweet, or a little indulgent, they’re endlessly customizable and oh-so-satisfying. Whip them up in minutes and enjoy a cool, healthy escape that’s as fun to make as it is to drink!

Super Fun Summer Smoothie Ingredients

Super Fun Summer Smoothie Ingredients
  • Blueberry Muffin Smoothie:
    • 1 ½ cups frozen blueberries
    • 3 tablespoons whole rolled oats
    • 3 soft medjool dates (pitted)
    • Handful of fresh spinach
    • ½ tablespoon fresh lemon juice
    • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
    • Pinch of salt
    • 1 tablespoon Whole Foods Market™ Plant-Based Fit Protein
    • 6 ice cubes
    • ¾ to 1 cup almond milk or light coconut milk (adjust for desired consistency)
    • Optional garnishes: fresh blueberries, oats, crushed almonds
  • Peaches & Cream Pecan Smoothie:
    • 2 peaches, sliced and frozen
    • 2 heaping tablespoons pecans
    • 2 soft medjool dates (pitted)
    • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1 to 2 tablespoons Whole Foods Market™ Plant-Based Fit Protein
    • ¼ cup light canned coconut milk (or additional almond milk)
    • ¾ to 1 cup almond milk (adjust for desired consistency)
    • Optional garnishes: coconut cream, sliced fresh peaches, crushed pecans
  • Strawberry PB&J Smoothie:
    • 2 cups frozen strawberries
    • Small handful of fresh spinach
    • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
    • 3 soft medjool dates (pitted)
    • 2 tablespoons peanut or almond butter
    • 2 to 3 tablespoons 365 Everyday Value® Pea Protein
    • 1¼ cups almond milk (more as needed)
    • Optional garnishes: sliced strawberry, drizzle of peanut butter, chia seeds
  • Mint Chip Smoothie:
    • 4 frozen coconut milk ice cubes
    • 1½ cup frozen spinach leaves
    • ¼ cup mint leaves, frozen
    • 3 soft medjool dates (pitted)
    • 1½ tablespoon cacao nibs
    • 3 tablespoons 365 Everyday Value® Pea Protein
    • 1 to 1½ cup almond milk (adjust for desired consistency)
    • Optional garnishes: coconut cream, mint leaves, cacao nibs

Step-by-Step Smoothie Instructions

  1. Prepare your blender: Ensure your blender is clean and ready to use. If your blender comes with a baton, keep it handy to help with blending.
  2. Add ingredients: For your chosen smoothie, add all the listed ingredients to the blender in the order they appear. Start with frozen fruits and greens, followed by liquids and powders.
  3. Blend: Start blending on low speed, gradually increasing to high. Use the baton to push ingredients down if needed. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. Adjust consistency: If the smoothie is too thick, add more almond milk or coconut milk, 1-2 tablespoons at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency. Avoid adding too much liquid to keep it thick.
  5. Serve: Pour the smoothie into a glass or bowl. Add optional garnishes for extra flavor and presentation.
  6. Enjoy immediately: Smoothies are best enjoyed fresh for maximum flavor and texture!

Perfect Pairings: Toppings & Garnishes

Elevate your smoothies with fun and flavorful toppings! For the Blueberry Muffin Smoothie, try a sprinkle of crushed almonds or fresh blueberries for a burst of texture. The Peaches & Cream Pecan Smoothie shines with a dollop of coconut cream and a few sliced peaches. Add a drizzle of peanut butter and chia seeds to the Strawberry PB&J for a PB&J-inspired twist. For the Mint Chip Smoothie, garnish with extra cacao nibs and a sprig of mint for a refreshing finish.

Blend Like a Pro: Equipment Tips

A high-speed blender is your best friend for these smoothies. If your blender struggles with frozen ingredients, let them sit for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly. Use the baton (if your blender has one) to push ingredients toward the blades for a smoother blend. Start with less almond milk and add more gradually to achieve your desired consistency—thick and creamy is the goal!

Mix It Up: Recipe Variations

Feel free to get creative with these smoothies! Swap almond milk for oat milk or cashew milk for a different flavor profile. If you’re out of medjool dates, try maple syrup or honey as a natural sweetener. For a nut-free option, replace peanut butter with sunflower seed butter in the Strawberry PB&J. Experiment with frozen bananas or avocado for added creaminess.

Make-Ahead Magic: Storage Tips

These smoothies are best enjoyed fresh, but you can prep ingredients ahead of time. Freeze pre-portioned fruit and spinach in zip-top bags for quick blending. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours—just give it a good shake or re-blend before serving. For longer storage, freeze in popsicle molds for a refreshing treat!

Quick & Easy: Time-Saving Hacks

Save time by prepping ingredients in advance. Slice and freeze peaches, strawberries, and spinach in single-serve portions. Pit and freeze medjool dates for easy blending. Keep your protein powder and cacao nibs in labeled jars for quick access. With everything ready to go, you can whip up these smoothies in minutes—perfect for busy mornings or post-workout refuels!

Super Fun Summer Smoothies Recipe!

Super Fun Summer Smoothies!

Amy
These Super Fun Summer Smoothies are the ultimate way to beat the heat with a burst of refreshing flavors. Creamy, vibrant, and packed with natural sweetness, each sip feels like a mini vacation.
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Ingredients
  

Blueberry Muffin Smoothie

  • 1 ½ cups frozen blueberries
  • 3 tablespoons whole rolled oats
  • 3 soft medjool dates
  • Handful of fresh spinach
  • ½ tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tablespoon Whole Foods Market™ Plant-Based Fit Protein
  • 6 ice cubes
  • ¾ to 1 cup almond milk or light coconut milk or as needed to blend
  • optional garnishes: fresh blueberries, oats, crushed almonds

Peaches & Cream Pecan Smoothie

  • 2 peaches, sliced and frozen
  • 2 heaping tablespoons pecans
  • 2 soft medjool dates
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons Whole Foods Market™ Plant-Based Fit Protein
  • ¼ cup light canned coconut milk or additional almond milk
  • ¾ to 1 cup almond milk or as needed to blend
  • optional garnishes: coconut cream, sliced fresh peaches, crushed pecans

Strawberry PB&J

  • 2 cups frozen strawberries
  • Small handful of fresh spinach
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 3 soft medjool dates
  • 2 tablespoons peanut or almond butter
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons 365 Everyday Value® Pea Protein
  • cups almond milk more as needed to blend
  • optional garnishes: sliced strawberry, drizzle of peanut butter, chia seeds

Mint Chip Smoothie

  • 4 frozen coconut milk ice cubes
  • cup frozen spinach leaves
  • ¼ cup mint leaves, frozen
  • 3 soft medjool dates
  • tablespoon cacao nibs
  • 3 tablespoons 365 Everyday Value® Pea Protein
  • 1 to 1½ cup almond milk or as needed to blend
  • optional garnishes: coconut cream, mint leaves, cacao nibs

Instructions
 

  • For each smoothie – blend ingredients in a blender. Use the blender’s baton (if you have one) to help. Add more almond milk as needed. The key to a thick smoothie is to add enough liquid to move your blender blade, but not too much to make the smoothie thin and watery.
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