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These Fruit Smoothie Recipes are crazy delicious, super refreshing and made me feel like Spring is here! Plus Tips for making perfect fruit smoothies every time and for these fabulous layers!
It all started when we had an unusually warmer day and my beloved coffee wasn’t my afternoon choice all of a sudden..I needed a fruity drink that was bursting with flavor. 15 mins later I was layering the cups, taking photos and feeling like going to the beach lol
Why Fruit Smoothie
So there’s something I think about those layers that’s intriguing, appetizing and just tempting to drink! The fact that these fruit smoothie recipes are all made using just fruits is an extra bonus! And even more, how they look like you are in fact eating a rainbow! 🙂
Another thing I love is that kids can happily drink those without realizing they’re drinking fresh beets! ha!
Because I’m using whole fruits and veggies here, I’m relying on my Vitamix to do all the hard work. If you don’t have a really good powerful blender, I wouldn’t risk it breaking your blender.
Today’s Fruit Smoothie Recipes
Here’s a breakdown of the layers: the Green Layer is from my favorite green smoothie thisHemp Matcha Kale Power Boosting Smoothie. I only replaced the kale with some spinach.
For the bright yellow layer, I chose frozen mango, banana, passion fruit and oranges.
Finally for the gorgeous deep pink layer, I went with fresh peeled beets, blueberries, raspberries, banana and pineapple for sweetness.
How to Make A Fruit Smoothie
Start by choosing the dominant fruit flavor your want. Now think about combining some other fruits for thickness, creaminess or sweetness. Then plan on freezing some of the fruits to make your smoothie cold and thick in texture. That’s the most general way to start your fruit smoothie recipe.
Extras in your fruit smoothie may include a spice (like turmeric), or root (like ginger) or something like matcha powder. These add so many benefits and boost your fruit smoothie so much.
Another thing I love adding is seeds. Chia seeds and flax seeds are top of my list. Nuts like cashews or almonds. Even more, you can add almond butter or cashew butter or peanut butter for creamy and nutri dense smoothie recipes.
The sky’s the limit really! All you really need is a good blender and planning ahead with the freezing, or likewise you can buy frozen fruit chunks to make life a touch easier 🙂
More Smoothie Recipes
I’ve got a few other smoothie recipes on the blog, and they’re a blend of fruit, seeds and goodness. ThisHemp Matcha Kale Power Boosting Smoothieis seriously a NO miss recipe! And thisEspresso Brownie Chocolate Smoothieis a divine dessert in the form of a smoothie!Banana Berry Avocado Chia Smoothie– thick and creamy and perfect for berry lovers!
Tropical Smoothieis a recipe video with tips on thickening and perfecting smoothies! Plus this VirginBlackberry Mojito is another favorite and crowd pleaser!
Tips for Perfect Fruit Smoothies
Always always always make sure you have a high quality blender. I use a Vitamix and love it.
Choose a main flavor to highlight and then build on that. For example if it lacks sweetness, think of a secondary fruit to make up for that.
If it’s a fruit that’s thin when juiced, think of adding a thickener such as banana or avocado or nut butter to your smoothie.
Freezing a large part of the fruits beforehand is important to keep the smoothies thick and cold, however store bought frozen fruit chunks work just as great!
Adding seeds, nuts, spices and roots to your smoothies is always a plus!
Finally on layeringthe smoothies. I noticed that pouring one over the other doesn’t always create those gorgeous layers. It seems like some are thicker and more viscous in texture so it’s best to pour only the bottom layer into the cup. Then use a large spoon or small ladle to gently add in the second layer and rinse off the spoon well, then repeat with the third layer 🙂
Hope you give them a try, I have to admit these really put me in a better mood, and even my pickiest little J. enjoyed them! And that’s HUGE! lol Enjoy!
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Rainbow Fruit Smoothie Recipes
These Fruit Smoothie Recipes are crazy delicious, super refreshing and made me feel like Spring is here! Plus Tips for making perfect fruit smoothies every time and for these fabulous layers!
CourseDrinks
CuisineAmerican
KeywordFruit Smoothie Recipe, Fruit Smoothies, How to Make A fruit Smoothie
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6 drinks
Calories 310 kcal
Author Mahy
Ingredients
Green Layer:
- 2tablespoonshemp seeds
- 1tablespoonmatcha powder
- 1avocadosmall or half a large one
- 1banana
- 3tbsporange juice
- 1cupspinach leaves
- 1/2cupmango chunksfrozen
- 3/4cuppineapple chunks
Pink Layer:
- 2beetsfresh, peeled and quartered
- 1cupraspberriesfresh or frozen
- 1cupblueberriesfresh or frozen
- 1banana
- 1cuppineapple juice
Yellow Layer:
- 2cupsmango chunksfrozen
- 1banana
- 1cuporange juice
- 2passion fruits
- 1teaspoonchia seeds
Instructions
Blend each layer in a high speed blender and place in a separate container.
Layer the serving cups by pouring the bottom layer to the third bottom of the cups and then use a large spoon or small ladle to add the second layer carefully over the tops. Then gradually add the third layer. Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Always always always make sure you have a high quality blender. I use a Vitamix and love it.
Choose a main flavor to highlight and then build on that. For example if it lacks sweetness, think of a secondary fruit to make up for that.
If it's a fruit that's thin when juiced, think of adding a thickener such as banana or avocado or nut butter to your smoothie.
Freezing a large part of the fruits beforehand is important to keep the smoothies thick and cold, however store bought frozen fruit chunks work just as great!
Adding seeds, nuts, spices and roots to your smoothies is always a plus!
Finally on layeringthe smoothies. I noticed that pouring one over the other doesn't always create those gorgeous layers. It seems like some are thicker and more viscous in texture so it's best to pour only the bottom layer into the cup. Then use a large spoon or small ladle to gently add in the second layer and rinse off the spoon well, then repeat with the third layer 🙂
Nutrition Facts
Rainbow Fruit Smoothie Recipes
Amount Per Serving
Calories 310Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 31mg1%
Potassium 893mg26%
Carbohydrates 57g19%
Fiber 9g38%
Sugar 40g44%
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 1610IU32%
Vitamin C 79.4mg96%
Calcium 57mg6%
Iron 2.6mg14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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