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My Formula For the Perfect Smoothie

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Last Updated on August 13, 2020

Smoothies are such a quick and easy way to get a healthy start to your day or a mid-day reboost. If you have a good smoothie formula to work from, you can whip them up any time with ingredients you have on hand.

I have my own smoothie formula I try to stick to when combining ingredients. It’s a helpful guideline to make sure I get a good combination of nutrients and the right ingredients for a smooth consistency.

a collage of graphics of food items and a blender needed to make a smoothie

Smoothie Formula

My smoothie formula looks more complicated than it is since the list includes several items. I don’t always include every item on the list, but I try to in order to get the most bang for my buck out of each smoothie.

Here’s what I try to include in each smoothie:

  • one soft fruit/vegetable (banana, avocado, pureed carrots)
  • two handfuls of fresh fruit (berries, peaches, mango, pineapple, cherries)
  • one handful of dark greens (spinach, kale, chard, collard greens)
  • 2-4 T of protein powder
  • 2-4 T of a binding ingredient (yogurt, nut butter, oats, flax or chia seeds)
  • 1-2 cups of liquid, depending on how thick or thin you want it (milk, juice, coffee, tea, water)
  • Flavor enhancers (cinnamon, nutmeg, honey, agave nectar, extracts, cocoa powder)

Sometimes if I use a protein-rich binding ingredient like Greek yogurt or nut butter, I’ll skip the protein powder. I also skip the flavor enhancers a lot, though I do try to work in cinnamon as often as possible because it’s packed with health benefits.

Corinne Schmitt

Corinne Schmitt

Hi, I'm Corinne! I'm the mom behind Wondermom Wannabe, helping busy moms simplify life with easy meals, fun family activities, and stress-free organization. As a mom of five, I know how overwhelming it can be—so I share practical, real-life tips to make things easier!