A smoothie is the ultimate breakfast—it’s delicious, refreshing, and filling. There are five essential ingredients to make the ultimate breakfast smoothie, which can be customized to your liking, and here’s a breakdown of what makes a smoothie truly healthy.
Fruit
Fruits are the backbone of any good smoothie recipe. They add sweetness, fiber, and the “good” kind of carbs, that serve as a source of fuel. Some great fruit bases for a smoothie are bananas, mangoes, peaches, and strawberries.
Greek Yogurt
Adding just ¼ cup of Greek yogurt to your smoothie earns you a good amount of protein. It will give your smoothie a creamier consistency too.
Liquid
Every smoothie needs liquid to help the rest of the ingredients combine properly. You can base your smoothie on any kind of liquid you like—freshly squeezed orange juice, plain water, or your favorite variety of unsweetened nut milk (the latter will add creaminess without extra calories or sugar).
Leafy Greens
If you’d like to add an extra dose of fiber and key vitamins to your smoothie, toss in a handful of leafy greens. Tender greens with a mild flavor, such as spinach, will work best.
