5. Super-Simple Smoothies
Our go-to smoothie formula? Purée fresh fruit with yogurt and milk! Or, make multiple batches and layer two flavors in one glass for an Insta-worthy effect.
No matter the time of year, we love to blend up an array of delicious ingredients into one creamy, colorful and nutritious smoothie. While it may sound super simple (and it is, promise!), our Test Kitchen has some expert tips on blending up the best smoothies ever. From choosing the best blender to creating an impressive ombré effect, you’ll learn how to make a smoothie the right (and easiest!) way. Whether you’re looking to make a smoothie without yogurt, or a smoothie without milk, we’ve included tons of options for every taste. We provide our favorite easy smoothie recipes, complete with smoothie ingredients lists, but feel free to make modifications as you see fit. Once you master all of our top tips, you’ll be able to freestyle this tasty frozen treat with whatever you’ve got.
Ingredients
1/4 c. milk (dairy or nondairy)
1/2 c. plain yogurt
2 c. fresh summer fruit (blackberries, raspberries, hulled strawberries, chopped peaches, and/or nectarines), chilled
Directions
- In a blender, add ingredients in the order they are listed. Purée ingredients until smooth.
6. Peach-Mango Smoothie
Sweet peaches and tropical mango offer dessert-like deliciousness — plus a ton of vitamins!
Reach for this tropical sipper as a supercharged breakfast or afternoon pick-me-up.
Ingredients
1/3 c. coconut water
1/2 c. plain Greek yogurt
1 c. frozen sliced peaches
1 c. frozen mango chunks
Directions
- Add coconut water and yogurt to blender, then top with peaches and mango. Puree until smooth.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (per serving): About 155 calories, 3 g fat (1.5 g saturated), 7 g protein, 35 mg sodium, 26 g carbohydrates, 3 g fiber
