Top Ten Healthy Smoothie Flavors

Posted on December 19th, 2007 by crunkish

There is really nothing like a tall glass of refreshing and cool smoothie. In fact, many people consider this lush drink as the perfect thirst quencher. Drinking smoothie not only revives your parched throat, it also pulls double duty by giving you a boost of energy.

Smoothie is also very popular for its delicious flavors. Adults and kids alike can enjoy a wide selection of yummy smoothie flavor. Whether you craving for an all natural blueberry drink or a special combination of apricot pineapple, you can be sure that there is always a smoothie flavor that can satisfy your taste.

Apart from being delicious, smoothies are also enjoyed for their nutritional value and are often referred to as the health junkie’s milk shake. Since its main ingredient is fresh fruits, smoothie becomes a rich source of antioxidants, vitamins, and dietary fiber.

With that said about this one of kind chilled drink, by now, you are now probably heading towards the kitchen to make yourself a glass of fresh smoothie. But before you press that blender button, here is a top ten list of nutritious and of course, delicious smoothie flavors:

10. Kiwi Smoothie

Kiwi Smoothie
A delicious glass of kiwi smoothie
What makes kiwifruit smoothie so special? It’s unique taste of course! Cultivated in New Zealand, the kiwifruit is well known for its bright green color and its slight sour yet sweet taste.

Once this taste is combined with yogurt, kiwi makes an amazingly wonderful and creamy taste. The kiwi fruit can also be combined with other fruits such as strawberries, mango, or banana.

You will also be glad to know that kiwi smoothie is also a good source nutrients. It is full of vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin E, and flavanoid antioxidant.

9. Melon Smoothie

Melon Smoothie
A sweet glass of melon smoothie
Cantaloupe, honey dew, or musk melons— whichever you prefer, you can still count on having a great tasting melon smoothie. Melon smoothie makes the perfect drink whenever you are dehydrated from that physical work out. This is because melon smoothie gives off a refreshing and light taste. Serve this to your family or friends during a cook out party, and they will surely ask you for your smoothie recipe.

You can blend different melon varieties such as honeydew and cantaloupe to create a smoothie bursting with flavor. You can also try combining melons with other fruits for a exciting smoothie flavor.

8. Pineapple Smoothie

Pineapple Smoothie
A glass of pineapple smoothie
Imagine sunbathing while having a sip of your favorite pineapple smoothie! Heavenly isn’t it?

Well, pineapple smoothie is simply your best companion whenever you are out for some fun in the sun. Pineapple smoothie is one of the most popular smoothie flavors. It offers a refreshing taste that will quench your thirst.

But aside from satisfying your dry throat, pineapple smoothie also recharges your body by supplying it with vitamins. This fruit is known to contain significant amounts of vitamin B1 and vitamin C.

7. Apple Smoothie

Apple Smoothie
A glass of yummy apple smoothie
Do you still remember the popular saying “An apple a day, keeps the doctor away?” Well, an apple smoothie a day will not only give the doctor a vacation but it will also keep you refreshed and energized.

Apple smoothie is loaded with vitamin C, fibers, and some antioxidants which are good for your child. For grown ups like you, apple smoothie offers benefits such as reducing the risk of heart disease, preventing DNA damage, and even controlling cholesterol.

So, instead of giving your kid a can of soda, why not give him or her a glass of apple smoothie? Ask your kid to help you make apple smoothie. Giving this chilled drink to your child is one way to teach him/ her that eating healthy can also be delicious!

6. Watermelon Smoothie

Watermelon Smoothie
A healthy glass of watermelon smoothie
Beat that summer heat with a cool glass of watermelon smoothie!

Watermelon is another great tasting smoothie flavor. You’ll be surprised how this drink can invigorate you! The slightly sweet taste and the lushness of this fruit is simply perfect once it is blended with milk and shaved ice.

But more than being a summer flavor, watermelon smoothie also proves to be a healthy drink. This is because the fruit itself is a rich source of vitamin A and vitamin C. Watermelon also offers significant quantity of vitamin B1 and vitamin B6, as well as lycopene and carotenoid antioxidant.

5. Peach Smoothie

Peach Smoothie
A glass of peach smoothie
If you have a taste for sweet drinks, then peach smoothie is the perfect drink for you. This type of smoothie offers a sweet and distinct taste that only the peach fruit can provide. Peach smoothie is often blended with yogurt and milk for a creamy-sweet taste.

4. Avocado Smoothie

Avocado Smoothie
A glass of avocado smoothie
Craving for something new? Why not take a sip of a cool and extraordinary avocado smoothie? This smoothie is usually prepared by mashing the avocado before blending it with other ingredients such as milk and sugar. The mixture is truly sensational once it is blended with shaved ice.

3. Orange Smoothie

Orange Smoothie
A yummy glass of orange smoothie
Cool, refreshing, and of, course, yummy! What is a smoothie flavor list without orange smoothie?

Orange smoothie is considered as one of the “classic” smoothie flavor. Its taste is simply wonderful as it offers a tangy yet sweet taste. Orange smoothie is already delicious by itself, however, you can also add other ingredient such as mango or banana to give it an extra kick!

2. Banana Smoothie

Banana Smoothie
A glass of healthy banana smoothie
Banana smoothie has to be one of the most popular smoothie flavors. Why? Because it is both tasty and healthy!

Banana smoothie provides just the right amount of sweetness and creaminess that both adult and children enjoys. Yet just like a health drink, this type of smoothie is rich in protein, phosphorous, vitamin A and other minerals.

1. Strawberry Smoothie

Strawberry Smoothie
A glass of strawberry smoothie
One word to aptly describe this drink is: GREAT!

Strawberry smoothie is a classic smoothie flavor that combines rich taste and health benefits.

Strawberry smoothie is often mixed with milk and sugar that gives it that sweet and creamy taste. But when it comes to nutritional value, strawberry proves to be good source of vitamin C and flavonoids.

 

There you have it, all ten delicious and healthy smoothie flavors that you can whip up and enjoy!


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