I got the highly coveted Magic Bullet for Christmas, although I use the term highly coveted lightly because I’m well aware that it’s no Vitamix. But have you seen how many cups it comes with? I can take my smoothies just about anywhere and not have to do dishes for at least a week and a half. Not that I would do that, but I figure it may be a key selling point for some – your secret is safe with me.
Allow me to enlighten you with the history of my time in the smoothie making industry. Aside from babysitting and the one day stint I put in at a local Chinese restaurant at the age of thirteen (I’ll save that for another day, but trust that it’s a goodie) my first real job was making smoothies at the local Juice Stop. I spent 5 years slinging drinks for Topekans and whether I like it or not, those recipes are forever ingrained in my memory.
However, I’ve come to realize that sherbet, frozen yogurt and juices from concentrate might not be the best and most wholesome ingredients so I rounded up a few healthy smoothie recipes that still give off the vibe that you’re indulging in something special.
Blend your little heart out…
I just might let Pete skip the box of chocolates if he promises to whip me up this Valentine Smoothie from Cook Republic come February. Juuust kidding. We aren’t much for the traditional celebrations when it comes to the day of love, but that doesn’t mean he’s off the hook!
I’ll be keeping this antioxidant packed smoothie from Eat it Kansas City on hand to ward off any sickness that may come my way. There’s no better excuse to mix up something sweet, right?
Dianna created this creamy Nutella Banana Oat Smoothie over on Chard in Charge and I can’t think of a better substitute for my sweet tooth when temptation hits!
I also plan to add some summer sunshine in the dead of winter with this Strawberry Mango Smoothie from The Everygirl. Have any of you tried chia seeds? The texture freak in me isn’t so sure, but the health freak in me says, “get over it.”
It’s high time I get back to my roots and my smoothie making ways.
What are some of your favorite smoothie recipes to whip up? Any that sneak in extra greens (without added taste) get bonus points in my book!
I have a MagicBullet and enjoy it, too. I always forget to use it though. Oops. That’s a cool first job, though! I was a waitress/ice cream scooper 😉
I love that you scooped ice cream! Did you eat as much ice cream as I did smoothies? I probably had one after work every day for at least a year lol
Thanks for including me on this delicious list! Now there are even MORE smoothies I want to try!
Of course! My mission is to try them ALL 🙂
Great smoothie list! Here’s one of my favorite green smoothies…http://www.alexandrasperrazza.com/alexafterfive/2014/2/22/alex-eats2?rq=green%20smoothie you could also add another fruit to make it sweeter 🙂
I just bought some smoothie ingredients and am so excited to try it! I’ll let you know how mine turns out:) I need to invest in a Magic Bullet, because I love not having to do dishes:) shhh…don’t tell anyone:)
Yes, please do! I won’t tell Wade 😉
awww I like the smoothies! specially the valentine one 🙂
Xo, Belen
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I’m a big smoothie lover and all of these recipes look delicious! I love making ‘Oh She Glows’ green monster. It’s so good!
I’m going to have to look this one up! Green monster scares me a bit, but I’ll try anything once 😉
try chia seeds! i like adding a spoonful to yogurt… wait until they kind of mix in otherwise its a weird crunch, but they soften & expand like little odd jelly balls (don’t know how else to describe it, rice pudding-like maybe?) annnyway, I think you would hardly notice in a thick smoothie and may even start tossing them in other things, like a salad
We just recently got a Vitamix for Christmas and that thing should come with a license. So intense but it does a pretty awesome job at smoothies. Ill have to try some of these!
Haha oh I know! My sister has one and it would blend my phone into a million pieces if I let it! It’s magic.
I got one of these for Christmas too! I haven’t used it yet. Er, need to get on that. Wonderful ideas.
I haven’t either….that’s why I went on the hunt for some motivation 😉
I definitely want something aside from my huge $20 blender to make more smoothies! I used to work at Cold Stone so I have a little bit of smoothie making knowledge, but not as much as you! These recipes look delicious!
This is where smoothies and juices come to die! After looking at your decadent smoothies I have decided to do my best and recreate them, wish me luck 🙂
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I love to start my day with a smoothie. These look amazing! My Blendtec decided it didn’t want to start anymore, but luckily it’s under warranty. Just waiting for a new one to arrive! Thanks for sharing.
Oh, that’s the worst! Luckily you will have a new one 🙂
these look amazing ! I have heard so much about the magic bullets, there are so many different recipies to try but the orange one looks delicious!
Shanley knows her stuff! I just need to track them down 🙂 Thanks so much for following along!
My favorite is 1/2 cup apple juice, 1/2 cup water, 2 giant handfuls of spinach, 1 cup of frozen berries and a tablespoon of chia seeds. I have to have lots of berries to drink greens!
I love apple juice so I’ll have to give this one a try!
I looooove smoothies. I actually went to Juice Stop in Omaha for the first time today! Ha. What a coincidence 🙂
That’s too funny! We have two here in Kansas City, but I just don’t make it by there very often.
All of these recipes look AMAZING. And I think everyone should blog about their first job … mine was a hostess at Red Lobster, ha! 😉
xo Jen
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These all sound lovely- and I have a Magic Bullet so I can blend ‘n go, too. So convenient!
-Ashley
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these all look amazing! i actually have a vitamix and have been using it a TON lately, though my recipe knowledge is a little low (banana, greens, protein powder is what I’ve been doing) so this is a perfectly timed post for me. Thanks for sharing!
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The smoothies all look amazing especially the berry one! I would say I’m happy just tossing what fruits I have in the fridge like bananas, strawberries and raspberries, a perfect blend between sweet and sour! 🙂 xo~ Lena
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YUM! We just got a NutraBullet so I am all about smoothie recipes.
I’ve totally been on a smoothie kick lately and I can’t wait to try these out!! Such a great way to sneak in veggies, fruit, and nutrients!
I’m drinking a blueberry/oatmeal/spinach smoothie as I am reading your blog. Add in some flax seed, Greek yogurt, and skim milk and you’re good to go! Healthy and tasty! Oh, I do add Splenda for sweetness.