10 Vegetable Smoothie Recipes

"Don't want to make one of the vegetable smoothie recipes above? After making dozens of veggie smoothies, here are some of my tips for making your own variations: Start with mild vegetables. Spinach, cucumber, and carrots are perfect beginner vegetables because they blend easily and don't overpower the fruit flavors. Use frozen fruit for creaminess. I always keep frozen pineapple, mango, and banana pieces in my freezer. They create that thick, milkshake-like texture."

"Add liquid gradually. Start with less liquid than you think you need. You can always add more, but you can't take it back once your smoothie is too thin. Storage and make-ahead tips I've learned a few tricks for making vegetable smoothies work with busy schedules: Fresh smoothies are best eaten right away, but you can store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Just give them a good stir or shake before drinking, as separation is natural."

Vegetable smoothies can be deliciously refreshing while delivering concentrated nutrients. Mild vegetables such as spinach, cucumber, and carrots blend easily and let fruit flavors dominate. Frozen pineapple, mango, or banana pieces create a thick, milkshake-like texture and improve creaminess. Adding liquid gradually prevents overly thin smoothies. Recipe variations include spinach, beet, carrot, and celery blends, often enhanced with apple or ginger. Fresh smoothies are best immediately but can be refrigerated up to 24 hours with stirring before drinking. Freezer smoothie packs of pre-portioned fruits and vegetables make quick, organized smoothie preparation possible.

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