Mixed Berry Smoothie

This mixed berry smoothie is creamy, refreshing, and packed with antioxidants, protein, and natural sweetness. It comes together in just five minutes and can be customized for dairy-free or high-protein.

How Important is a Good Blender?

If you make berry smoothies (or frozen cocktails) on the regular, you know that having a good, high-powered blender is paramount. It is the difference between chewing on ice chips and unblended fruit bits and being able to sip through a straw.

• KitchenAid – Yes, this one is expensive, but you’ll never buy another blender again. Use it for more than just smoothies, like smoothing soup, making sauces, emulsifying things, and more. This one also comes with a smaller smoothie attachment.
• Vitamix– Sounds like it should be a friend with Vegemite, right? Welp, this is probably the biggest, best commercial-grade blender on the market, and if you make a lot of smoothies or make them in bulk, it’s worth the investment.
• Magic Bullet– Small and mighty, this is what I use every morning to make a single smoothie. It is cheaper, but the blades dull, and you’ll have to replace it every year or two, depending on how frequently you use it. I sip right out of the canister with a straw so I have less of a mess.

Gather This

These are the basic, simple ingredients you need to make this mixed berry smoothie, but you can make any additions that you want to customize. A full list of ingredients with measurements for this recipe is available in the printable recipe card below.

• Berries – I prefer to use fresh berries because I always have them on hand. You can also use a frozen variety if you prefer; they make for a thicker smoothie. You can use one variety or you can use mixed berries.

How to Make a Mixed Berry Smoothie (Step-by-Step)

It takes less than a minute to blend up this healthy smoothie.

1. Fill. Fill a high powered blender with all of the ingredients. 
2. Blend. Blend until all ingredients are combined and the mixture is smooth.
3. Serve. Transfer to cups. Garnish with a fresh strawberry, if desired.

Delicious Additions

This is just the base for a great berry smoothie; feel free to add in some of these other items for a well-balanced and delicious treat.

Favorite Protein Powders

Adding protein powder is optional, but I like to add a scoop or two for a well-rounded and filling smoothie. I also add collagen powder because, well, I’m no spring chicken, and I need a little extra care for those joints and my skin.

These are the brands that I use; please talk to your doctor or a nutritionist about the best type of protein for you. There are many kinds, like pea protein, whey protein, and more.

• Vega Protein Chocolate– If you want a chocolate berry smoothie, this one is my favorite because it also has greens mixed in and is sweetened with Stevia so that you can omit the additional sweetener.
• Vital Performance– This is a vanilla protein plus collagen.
• Vital Proteins Collagen– This one is just collagen and unflavored so that you can add it to just about anything, even soups or baked goods. It helps to support healthy skin, hair, nails, and joints.

What to Serve With a Berry Smoothie

This smoothie is chock-full of nutrients but if you’re looking for something to serve on the side, there are lots of options!

You can whip up some scrambled eggs, dig into a yogurt, or make a fresh fruit salad and amp it up with our favorite fruit salad dressing. If you want some healthy fats, serve the smoothie with homemade granola.

Change it Up

While this is usually enough, here are some other ways to make your smoothie your own!

• Sweetener – Instead of honey or agave nectar, maple syrup is a great option. You can also use your favorite alternative sweetener.
• Coconut – Instead of the other milk options, try coconut milk. Or, substitute some or all of the milk for coconut water for a thinner smoothie.
• Ice cream – To turn this into a decadent, dreamy dessert by adding a little bit of vanilla ice cream.

Commonly Asked Smoothie Questions

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Mixed Berry Smoothie Recipe

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This mixed berry smoothie is protein-packed and ready in 5 mins. Made with yogurt, berries and milk- perfect for breakfast or post-workout.

Prep Time: 1 minute min

Total Time: 1 minute min

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Servings: 1

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Equipment

• Ninja Blender System

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh berries
• 1 cup unsweetened milk , almond milk, cow’s milk, soy milk
• 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons vanilla protein powder
• 1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar
• 1 cup ice
• fresh strawberries , for garnish

Instructions

• Place the 2 cups fresh berries, 1 cup unsweetened milk, 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons vanilla protein powder(optional), 1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar (optional) and 1 cup ice in a high powered blender. Blend for 30-60 seconds until smooth.
• Pour into cups and garnish with fresh strawberries.
• If you’ve tried this recipe, come back and let us know what you think in the comments or star ratings.

Notes

Make-Ahead: Make your smoothie ahead of time and keep it in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Or, for meal prep, just combine the whole ingredients in containers and store in the fridge until ready to blend.

Refrigerator: Refrigerate the prepared smoothie by placing it in an airtight jar or lid in the refrigerator to drink the next day.

Freezer: Pour the smoothie into a resealable plastic freezer bag and store for up to 3 months. You can also freeze it in an ice cube tray — just cover with plastic wrap to avoid it taking on any of the scents of the other food you have stored in the freezer.

Nutrition

Calories: 558 kcal, Carbohydrates: 85 g, Protein: 46 g, Fat: 7 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3 g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 65 mg, Sodium: 245 mg, Potassium: 984 mg, Fiber: 17 g, Sugar: 58 g, Vitamin A: 582 IU, Vitamin C: 63 mg, Calcium: 516 mg, Iron: 3 mg

Author: Jessica Formicola

Calories: 558

Course: Breakfast, Drinks

Cuisine: American

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