Recipezaar: Smoothies,Lactose-free recipes

Watermelon and Strawberry Smoothie

Tue, 06 Jul 2004 19:59:58 -0400

Two ingredients (No Dairy) combine quickly for one refreshing drink,Enjoy. -- posted by Barb Gertz

Citrus Dream Smoothie

Fri, 16 Jul 2004 20:00:08 -0400

I haven't tried this yet, but some things you can just tell will be yummy! This recipie doesn't call for milk and can be made with orange sorbet to make this a lactose free beverage. I found this recipe in the Moore local newspaper. Tampico can be found in gallon jugs in the cooler section with the fruit juice. I have found it at Crest and Wallmart. -- posted by LisaA

Island Fun Smoothie

Fri, 16 Jul 2004 20:00:08 -0400

A fruit juice based smoothie with no milk or ice cream. I found this in the Moore local newspaper. I have yet to try this, but it sounds good to me! -- posted by LisaA

Banana Faux-lada

Fri, 23 Jul 2004 20:00:28 -0400

I came up with this when I wanted to use up a couple of ripe bananas and I was in the mood for a Colada type drink. I didn't want to use cream of coconut or coconut milk, so this is the result. It still has the same sort of taste, but is much lighter. Since I am not a big fan of heavy creamy drinks, I actually like this better! -- posted by Vino Girl

No Milk Vanilla Milk Shake

Sun, 25 Jul 2004 20:00:14 -0400

I recently took the plunge into vegetarianism and I have never felt better! However, I did miss my ice cream treats until I discovered this little trick ;-) *Note, this is not vegan because oregon chai does have honey in it. -- posted by Janettey

Super Protein Strawberry Smoothie

Thu, 12 Aug 2004 19:59:36 -0400

This tastes indulgent, yet it is good for you. In all of my Super Protein Fruit flavored smoothies, the idea for the Kool Aid to intensify the fruit flavor was Chef Deborah of Vegsource idea. -- posted by Shannon Holmes

Super Protein Chocolate or Mocha Smoothie/shake

Fri, 13 Aug 2004 20:00:06 -0400

This is so good, it tastes like a super indulgent drink but it is good for you. -- posted by Shannon Holmes

Super Protein Peach Shake/smoothie

Mon, 16 Aug 2004 19:59:38 -0400

Tastes indulgent, yet it is good for you. Chef Deborah gave me the tip to add Kool Aid to perk up the flavor to soy protein shakes. -- posted by Shannon Holmes

Super Protein Raspberry Shake/smoothie

Tue, 17 Aug 2004 19:59:24 -0400

Dangerously delicious, yet good for you. -- posted by Shannon Holmes

Banana Pb Chocolate Shake

Wed, 18 Aug 2004 19:59:06 -0400

MMMMMM this is great. -- posted by Shannon Holmes

Tropical Splash Smoothie

Wed, 15 Dec 2004 20:00:40 -0500

This is delicious! It's both healthy, and tasty! Nice and refreshing too! -- posted by palmetto1220

Smoothie - Quick Sob (No Dairy)

Mon, 07 Feb 2005 19:57:45 -0500

SOB stands for strawberry, orange, banana. I was tired of paying so much for smoothies, so I decided to make my own. Enjoy! -- posted by jackieblue

Berry Wonderful Berry-Banana Vanilla Soy Smoothie

Thu, 07 Apr 2005 18:47:52 -0400

If you do not like soy milk, you may be surprised that you like this smoothie. You cannot taste the soy at all, and the vanilla flavor adds to the wonderful blend of flavors in this smoothie. This is a VERY thick smoothie, and I use it to substitute meals, esp. breakfast. Adding a powder vitamin mix, such as Citriboost or other powder/liquid vitamins works like magic in this smoothie. I use a packet of Splenda to sweeten this but 1/2 tsp. of sugar works too. I have never tried this with milk, I'm not sure it would come close to the same as mine. (this stores wonderfully in the fridge! I just put the lid on the blender container and toss it in the fridge for tomorrows breakfast!) -- posted by ColoradoCookin'

Almond Smoothie - Steak Shake

Mon, 23 May 2005 15:00:07 -0400

Anyone who likes smoothies should try almond milk - not just those who are trying to avoid cow's milk. Almonds are extremely rich in protein and iron, even more so than red meat (so I've heard). That's why we sometimes call this a "steak shake." It's so yummy and easy to make, and it sustains us all morning. -- posted by blumasara

Peaches N Berries N Cream, Oh My!

Wed, 29 Jun 2005 18:35:43 -0400

I JUST made this on a whim, and IT IS SO GOOD! -- posted by chiclet

Peach Cooler

Tue, 30 Aug 2005 23:58:52 -0400

This is a delicious and refreshing smoothie. The peaches, honey, and almond extract taste heavenly together. Plus each serving only has 0.5 grams of fat. This is from Peach Perfect by Sherri Eldridge. -- posted by Kree

Sic a Monkey on Your Pms (Moody Time of the Month)

Mon, 14 Nov 2005 13:46:44 -0500

This is just a cold version of my Hot Cocoa for PMS that I have listed. This sweet dessert beverage is rich in calcium, magnesium and potassium, all which are thought to help relieve PMS symptoms. Other sources of nutrients are the antioxidant rich cocoa which is also high in fiber. The cocoa powder really curbs cravings. I already have this listed in my recipes under another name, but I wanted to give it an alternative title for PMS sufferers to find easily. -- posted by Rose's Granddaughter

Banana Passion Fruit Smoothie

Thu, 01 Dec 2005 15:56:47 -0500

A refreshing tropical smoothie ideal for breakfast on the run (put it in an insulated lidded container and take it with you!) or for a leisurely brunch or an anytime snack! I often make this and take it to work in 2 Tupperware containers: one for breakfast, the other as a snack during the day. -- posted by bluemoon downunder

Basic Non-Dairy Fruit Smoothie

Wed, 28 Dec 2005 20:37:19 -0500

This is just a basic outline of a fruit smoothie. You have many choices of which ingredients you would like to use, depending on your taste. -- posted by PowerUp

Orange-Pink Grapefruit Smoothie

Mon, 09 Jan 2006 19:37:10 -0500

My favourite smoothie, sweet and sour, makes a great snack or breakfast. -- posted by JohannaR

Four Fruit Smoothie

Wed, 18 Jan 2006 12:56:01 -0500

This smoothie is great because it doesnt include any dairy products (yogurt or milk), which also keeps the calorie count down. It's a homemade recipe after experimenting and it is wonderful and nutritious. -- posted by Smoothie King

Smoothie King Banana Boat Smoothie

Wed, 18 Jan 2006 14:56:59 -0500

A low-cal, low-fat banana smoothie that tastes just like the one at Smoothie King! -- posted by Chef #284771

Fruit Smoothie With Club Soda

Fri, 10 Feb 2006 14:33:22 -0500

This smoothie has some extra "zing" in it with the addition of club soda. Great with any type of fruit! -- posted by RunForLife

Minneola Breakfast Smoothie

Thu, 23 Feb 2006 13:35:21 -0500

This power smoothie tastes kind of like a dreamsicle. It is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it's sugar free. Try to get Wildwood brand unsweetened soy yogurt, as it is the only plain soy yogurt I know of that is sugar free. Unsweetened vanilla extract is available at most health food stores. -- posted by Veg*n

Blue Moon Smoothie

Thu, 23 Feb 2006 13:35:39 -0500

Blueberries and almonds are combined in this dreamy smoothie, perfect for breakfast or a healthy dessert. Stevia is a natural, sugar-free and calorie-free herbal sweetener available at health food stores. -- posted by Veg*n

Tropical Eye Smoothie

Wed, 12 Apr 2006 21:40:08 -0400

a great tasting smoothie thats good for your taste buds also your eyes! -- posted by Chef #310337

Fruity Shake-Up

Mon, 24 Apr 2006 22:01:03 -0400

From Company's Coming - Great way to start the day! -- posted by Saturn

Strawmelon and Waterberry Slushie

Mon, 08 May 2006 17:28:47 -0400

NOT to be confused with strawberry and watermelon slushies...From The Sugar Solution. No added sugar! This one screams SUMMER!!!! -- posted by Cookgirl

Flaming Red Energy Juice

Mon, 08 May 2006 19:36:08 -0400

the name says it all -- posted by Lani D

Vegan Low Fat Mocha Smoothie

Mon, 22 May 2006 17:17:17 -0400

This is based on the mocha smoothie from http://thebakehouse-recipes.blogspot.com . I didn't follow that recipe exactly (I used powdered sugar instead of Stevia). You can also add flavoured syrups and protein powder for extra flavour/nutrition! By the way, I have a theory that with a touch more xanthan gum, this would make a great pudding! -- posted by Pipingdancer

Chocolate Soy Banana Smoothie

Thu, 01 Jun 2006 20:48:32 -0400

Chocolate soy milk and frozen bananas whipped up together in a blender make a quick, tasty smoothie that my family loves. It is healthy and easy...two great "ingredients" for a great recipie. If you are not a soy fan, don't worry. It doesn't taste anything like soy according to my husband (who does NOT eat soy). The amount is for one, but we usually triple it since there are three of us. If you need more servings, you should do it in two batches if you have an average sized blender. -- posted by AWinPA

Cold Vegetable Soup

Mon, 19 Jun 2006 16:08:40 -0400

This for all you veggie lovers! It's a creamy cold soup that can substitute as a tasty, unusual smoothie for those on a low-carb or low-fruit diet. It's also yeast-free, wheat-free, and dairy-free. -- posted by Jainene

Fresh Fruit Smoothie

Mon, 17 Jul 2006 22:31:39 -0400

Another recipe for smart eating taken from "Home Cooking" magazine. This makes up into a nice low calorie breakfast drink, or refresher for the middle of the day. -- posted by Chabear01

Banana-Mango Soy Smoothie

Sat, 29 Jul 2006 15:14:25 -0400

This recipe is especially for those that cannot tolerate milk. Tasty and healthy. A cool refreshing pick me up drink. Found this one via the net but made some adjustments. -- posted by Shirl (J) 831

Tofu Peach & Cream Smoothie

Sat, 29 Jul 2006 15:14:41 -0400

This is adapted from bodybreak. -- posted by Shirl (J) 831

Low Fat Pineapple Coconut Smoothie

Tue, 08 Aug 2006 17:50:28 -0400

This is a refreshing smoothie and low in fat. -- posted by Shirl (J) 831

Vegan Creamsicle Smoothie

Thu, 24 Aug 2006 21:57:42 -0400

My own creation -- perfect on a hot day when you need a lift! -- posted by bekbek

Banana-Based Lactose-Free Fruit Smooth

Fri, 25 Aug 2006 12:32:39 -0400

This delicious and healthy treat has delighted all who've tried it! The unfrozen ripe banana provides a creamy base, negating the need for yogurt or cream. I've found that when I use frozen fruit I have to reduce the amount of ice and increase the amount of chilled water to retain a smooth consistency. -- posted by Resilient

Skinny Style Chocolatey Hot Cocoa

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 20:24:53 -0400

QUICK, SIMPLE AND JUST PLAIN GOOD...I was craving hot chocolate one night and just started experimenting with this. You can use regular milk and real sugar if you want in substitution but its not necessary at all! -- posted by YoungOne16

Tropical Smoothie

Fri, 22 Sep 2006 17:56:15 -0400

A great, healthy, fruity treat without the calories, fat, and potential dietary complications of yogurt or ice cream. Measurements are approximate. -- posted by SaraStar

Vegan Eggnog

Fri, 24 Nov 2006 21:34:03 -0500

I found this recipe on-line. Courtesy of Dr. Alva Irish -- posted by Brenda.

The Orange Creamsicle - Vegan / Non-Dairy Smoothie

Tue, 09 Jan 2007 16:07:21 -0500

This yummy smoothie brings me back to the summer days of my childhood, eating creamsicle pops by the side of the local swimming pool. Add ice if you want to make it a thicker, icier drink - Otherwise it is a thinner, more juice-like beverage. This is such a tasty treat. Gluten-free, pareve, vegan, dairy-free. -- posted by What's Cooking?

Best Smoothie!

Thu, 18 Jan 2007 15:24:57 -0500

I make this using the Magic Bullet. It's really yummy! I just use the "party mugs", so I'm not really sure of how much I use.. these are all guesses, but it fills the mug the top! -- posted by AlisonCJ

Cranberry Kiwi Smoothie

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 13:35:58 -0500

Simple smoothie with a big kick! -- posted by DenimCat

Avocado Smoothie

Tue, 30 Jan 2007 22:45:22 -0500

Delicious! the avocado gives it a creamy texture - no need for cream or yogurt! -- posted by Chef #389742

Sunburst Smoothie

Mon, 30 Apr 2007 21:09:34 -0400

Its exotic scent and mellow buttercup hue alone make this smoothie worthwhile. -- posted by White Rose Child

Chocolate Banana Shake (Vegan)

Wed, 09 May 2007 16:40:06 -0400

Looking for ways to use up some leftover silken tofu, I found a similar recipe on the Nasoya website. Decided to go ahead and adapt it to what was available and pleased enough with the result to share. This is a great option for vegans as well as those with an intolerance for dairy. (If you make this with plain soy, this treat is Core as there are no points for the cocoa powder.) -- posted by justcallmetoni

Watermelon Smoothies

Sun, 13 May 2007 21:26:04 -0400

If you love watermelon then this refreshing drink is for you. Given to me by a friend that has had it for a few years. -- posted by Shirl (J) 831

Raw Food: Almond-Based Berry Smoothie

Tue, 15 May 2007 20:29:21 -0400

I saw this recipe on a raw food lecture video. Although, I don't follow the raw food diet, I like some of the recipes. This one is good because it's dairy-free and sugar-free. I've also used kiwi in place of the berries with good results. (Prep. time doesn't includ soaking time.) -- posted by MissLinguist

Green Goodness Smoothie

Tue, 18 Sep 2007 23:08:41 -0400

I love this one after the gym. It is a bit sour, so you might want to add sugar, splenda, or honey to it, it is your call. -- posted by Engineer in the Kitchen

Pineapple Passion Smoothie

Tue, 02 Oct 2007 22:47:48 -0400

Love this one in summertime! It is a refreshing and out of this world smoothie. Great for breakfast or as a mid-day perk. -- posted by GIBride

Spinach Mango Smoothie

Tue, 06 Nov 2007 01:30:03 -0500

My kids and I have this for breakfast often. We call it our "green drink" and they get so excited when I make it! It's the only way they'll eat spinach. This is a silky smooth, very healthy, energizing drink! (You've got to be a little adventurous though; some people just can't get past the idea of a smoothie being green!) -- posted by a happy homemaker

Chocolate Orange Green Smoothie

Sun, 18 Nov 2007 03:53:24 -0500

A delicious chocolate-orange delight with over five servings of fruits and vegetables! You won't even realize it has spinach in it. -- posted by HighVibe

Vodka, Orange & Raspberry Crush

Sat, 08 Dec 2007 02:54:40 -0500

An absolute delight on a hot summer afternoon. I like to add lots of ice--this way it's more like an sorbet you can drink with a straw. -- posted by Stardustannie

Mandarin and Apricot Smoothie

Mon, 07 Jan 2008 21:47:14 -0500

This is another fruit smoothie recipe I have collected in my attempt to find dairy free smoothies. This one sounds really good. It takes a bit of preparation but you could easily do the prep the night before and just blitz it up in the morning. I found this in the instruction booklet that came with my Kenwood smoothie maker. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Iced Strawberry Sensation Smoothie

Mon, 07 Jan 2008 23:11:36 -0500

I enjoy smoothies but I am lactose intolerant and so many of them feature dairy. So, I have collected a few fruit smoothies that don't contain dairy. I found this one in the instruction booklet that came with my Kenwood smoothie maker. -- posted by Sarah_Jayne

Tropical Fruit Smoothie

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 00:54:31 -0500

I've not tried this, but how could it be bad? -- posted by Luschka

Pineapple, Mango and Banana Smoothie

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 00:55:30 -0500

Another tropical fruit smoothie -- posted by Luschka

Peach and Pear Smoothie

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 00:55:28 -0500

Not tried this yet, but it should be good. A nice refreshing summer smoothy, perhaps! -- posted by Luschka

Vitamin C Cocktail Pineapple, Strawberries and Various Berries

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 01:00:09 -0500

A Gillian McKeith immune system booster. -- posted by Luschka

Magenta Madness Smoothie

Sun, 13 Jan 2008 00:32:04 -0500

This is a delicious magenta colored smoothie that I made up tonight w/ ingredients I had on hand. It turned out quite delicious so I figured I would try sharing. I didn't measure ingredients when mixing so I have estimated them, but I think they are fairly close and I am sure can be played w/ to meet personal tastes. Its also a non-dairy drink which is a bonus! And its very nutritious. Recipe Zaar tries recognizing the pomegranate blueberry juice as just bluberry juice and leaves it out of the nutrition info, but that is where many of the health benefits are. -- posted by CulinaryExplorer

Soy Hot Chocolate

Mon, 21 Jan 2008 22:14:38 -0500

This is a dairy-free alternative to traditional hot chocolate. The use of non-dairy creamer adds a thickness and a richness that I associate with hot chocolate from my childhood. -- posted by Anne B.

Negative Calorie Smoothie

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 15:24:12 -0500

this smoothie actually takes more calories to digest then to burn! so enjoy! -- posted by Kalea

Chocolate Soymilk Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 20:56:40 -0500

I hesitated to call this one a smoothie because it is so decadent...it tastes like a milkshake. I love Silk brand chocolate soymilk is for this recipe as it is EXTREMELY chocolatey and rich. Prep time includes freezing. -- posted by The Easy Vegan

Vegan Sweet Lassi

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 02:20:28 -0500

We came up with this recipe in a pinch, based on what we had been served in restaurants in the past, and according to other suggestions. It is a refreshing beverage that will cut the heat of your favourite curry - we hope you enjoy it! -- posted by Marina K

Peanut Butter Banana Berry Blast

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 19:00:36 -0500

Made this up with what I had on hand. I like dairy-free smoothies. -- posted by Engrossed

Nutty Apple Banana Blast

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 19:25:32 -0500

Made this up with what I had on hand. I like dairy-free smoothies. -- posted by Engrossed

Blue Morning Glory Smoothie

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 23:38:27 -0500

This delicious smoothie is packed with nutrition to give me energy for my day! Plus, it's easy to make. -- posted by Prose

Sommer's Dark Chocolate Banana Berry Smoothie (With a Tropical T

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 23:38:17 -0400

I just made this up tonight and it's just another variation on a smoothie creation. I created this because I have been craving fruit and chocolate, but also had a couple ingredients that needed using up. This time I decided to measure the ingredients, for curiosity's sake, really, and for those who feel better about more exact measurements. This smoothie is non-dairy; made with soy yogurt and soy milk, and the Hershey's chocolate syrup has no dairy in it either. Feel free to substitute the real stuff if you don't have to worry about it. This also has bananas and pineapple chunks in it, but the berry is a bit more prominent along with the chocolate. Btw, I just realized I forgot to put strawberries in, oops.. Oh well, it's still very good in my opinion, I hope you enjoy it. :) This made approximately 16 oz, so either one very large serving, or 2 average servings. I am freezing my leftovers to drink for breakfast. -- posted by blancpage

Sommer's Strawberry Banana Peach Smoothie (Dairy-Free)

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 23:50:23 -0400

Yep, it's another one of my creations, and this one is probably my simplest one yet, with the least ingredients, and so tasty! To ensure this is dairy-free, I used soy milk and soy yogurt. My favorite brand to use is Silk, and so I used Silk brand Organic Unsweetened Soy Milk and Silk Live! brand peach soy yogurt. I had previously sliced organic bananas that I had then frozen on a foil-lined baking sheet, and placed frozen slices into a freezer bag. I used frozen whole unsweetened strawberries from the freezer section of my grocery store. I was surprised, I did not add any honey, vanilla, or anything extra to this smoothie and I think it turned out just right, but if you desire, you may add additional ingredients. I love how smoothies can be so versatile. Hope you enjoy this! :) This filled approximately 3/4 of a 20oz bottle. -- posted by blancpage

Raw Cherry Vanilla Smoothie

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 21:54:56 -0400

Raw foods, or living foods, are nutritional powerhouses, full of unadulterated vitamins, minerals and antioxidents. However, many raw recipes can be challenging, or need special equipment. Here's a simple one that is great for breakfast. -- posted by peachy_pie

Almond Milk

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 19:27:02 -0400

An easy, home made alternative to dairy. -- posted by Little Vegan Devil

Sommer's Slushy Strawberry Mandarin Brain Freeze

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 15:37:21 -0400

Just four ingredients! I had fresh strawberries that were getting soft, so I froze them. I had a leftover single-serving cup of mandarin oranges in juice, so I froze that too. I placed the frozen strawberries and frozen mandarin oranges plus their juice into the blender with a bit of cold water. This is a recipe I just created tonight. I was going to add some frozen (from fresh) blackberries, but my bf had expressed his desire to use them to make a blackberry shake, and there weren't enough blackberries for us both to share. Oh well! I just finished making this right before I completed my recipe submission and imo it's really good! It's very refreshing and tastes fresh too. I used about a tsp of honey and it's perfect. This reminds me of a Dole Frozen Whole Fruit Bar, except it's drinkable. There are also some nice pieces of strawberry left in it that make this really pretty and yummy. Be careful, this really will give you a brain freeze! Lol. :) This really doesn't need blackberries in it, I think it's great as-is, but the blackberries would add a different flavor, depending on what you are after. This one tastes predominantly strawberry with mandarin orange sneaking as a great background flavor. Edited to add: I bet you can make this a Brain Freeze with a Kick by adding an ounce of your favorite plain or flavored vodka or plain or flavored rum to this. :D ETA: A clarification on the mandarin oranges. In most stores in the canned fruit and applesauce aisle, there are a variety of fruit companies that sell packages of single-serving, individually sealed plastic cups of mixed or single fruits in light syrup or juice. I had one of these single-serving plastic cups of mandarin orange sections in light syrup or juice that I needed to use up. I froze the entire cup and contents. The cup the mandarin sections were in stood up well to freezing. When I created this recipe, I opened up the plastic cup and dumped the frozen contents (sections and syrup) into the blender along with the frozen strawberries. I note this b/c there was some confusion with another reviewer. I'm sorry for not being more clear. :) If you cannot find these single-serve cups, and you don't mind opening a can of mandarin sections in light syrup or juice and putting them into a freezer-proof container and freezing solid, that will work too. -- posted by blancpage

Cinnafigana Smoothie

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 17:01:06 -0400

If you like cinnamon, fig and banana, you'll love this smoothie! It is fat free and any kind of milk can be used. -- posted by Jana Bougas

Blueberry Banana Smoothie

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 23:46:28 -0400

A great way to start your day. Blueberries can be substituted with any other berry. I prefer to use frozen berries to make it extra frosty but fresh is good too. -- posted by Riellesmom

Fruit Smoothie

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:50:09 -0400

Super healthy! Really simple and versatile. Please let me know what you think! -- posted by Kelsey*

Soy Fruit Smoothie

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 03:30:22 -0400

a DELICIOUS soy smoothie! You dont need to be a vegan to enjoy this. Its delicious, full of protein and essential nutrients, and filling enough to replace a meal. -- posted by Jes-cooks

Chia Fruit Smoothie

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:22:33 -0400

Wonderful and healthy smoothie made from fruit, soy protein, and chia seeds. A great breakfast when you're in a hurry! -- posted by phidaux

Chewy Chocolate Soy Smoothie

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 02:42:26 -0400

From The Ultimate Party Drink Book. This also works well with frozen bananas. -- posted by AmandaInOz

Berry Rice Smoothie

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 00:58:54 -0500

Delicious smoothie made with rice milk. -- posted by Mami Janine

Banana Colada (Non-Dairy Mocktail)

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:16:02 -0500

A luscious-looking drink for all you coconut lovers out there (like me!) who want something smooth and creamy, but don't want or can't have alcohol or dairy. I found this over at the World's Healthiest Foods site while browsing their recipe collection. This variation on the more traditional pina colada recipe is a good cure any tropical cravings you might have! You'll want to make sure to use ripe bananas for this recipe, as it will provide more flavor and sweetness that way. Also, make sure to use only enough liquid to keep the blender going. NOTE: Cook time is freezing time for the bananas. If you're like me and usually have leftover ripe bananas already in the freezer waiting to be used, this recipe is a snap to put together. -- posted by Lynne the Pirate Queen

Banana Latte

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:27:49 -0500

I often watch the show, "You Are What You Eat" with Gillian McKeith on BBC America. She was explaining this recipe on one of her shows and I decided I had to try it. I don't know if I got the exact measurements right, but I think I'm quite close. This is delicious and fast and easy. I think it makes an excellent quick breakfast if you have no time to eat, or makes a great snack too. ETA: I caught a rerun of the episode on which this particular recipe was featured and realized my error in naming the recpe "Banana Mocha Smoothie". The correct name for this recipe is "Banana Latte". Sorry for any confusion and no wonder, because mocha usually means chocolate is added, but it wasn't a part of the original recipe. The name "Banana Latte" makes more sense. I'm happy to note on one of the reviews that adding chocolate syrup to make this into a banana mocha works so well, though. :) -- posted by blancpage

Healthy Chocolate Smoothie (A.k.a. Afternoon Jumpstart)

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 18:06:14 -0500

This is perfect for late afternoon when you're dying for something sweet and chocolaty, but you don't want to eat something that will blow your whole diet. It's frothy and delicious but actually low in fat. Plus, you're getting 2 servings of fruit! -- posted by KissKiss

Thick Tropical Smoothie With Bananas and Strawberries

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 01:40:14 -0500

Just had a root canal and having other toothache problems so it's difficult for me to chew solid food, including fruits. I recently had purchased a can of Safeway brand Tropical Fruit with Pineapple and Passion Fruit Juices. The ingredients read: pineapple, red papaya, yellow papaya, pineapple juice, water, sugar, passion fruit juice, banana puree, citric acid. I emptied the can with the juice into a freezer-safe container and froze overnight. I let the frozen fruit thaw in the fridge for a few hours and then ran the container under cool water for a about 30 seconds to break up the mass of frozen fruit from the edges of the container and then cut it up with a plastic pancake turner. I used a square-shaped container and broke the frozen fruit up into 4 large pieces so it would fit into the blender. Bf bought me fresh strawberries so chose to use those over the frozen ones I had. I always keep sliced, frozen bananas on hand in the freezer. The water in the recipe is necessary for the blending and it doesn't taste too watered down, and I needed just about 1/2 cup. The honey is for a little added sweetness. This makes two very large servings. This turned out thick, but drinkable. Please let me know how you like my recipe. It would make a great breakfast, snack, or even dessert! Prep time doesn't include freezing time for the fruit. -- posted by blancpage

Delicious Fruit Smoothie!!

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:59:55 -0400

I've never had much luck making smoothies until I threw this one together. It is ridiculously good for you, amazingly delicious, and super easy to make! However, my favorite thing about it is that you can store some in the fridge and it stays smoothie consistency for at least 24 hours (maybe longer, I haven't tried yet)! For the frozen strawberries and bananas, I freeze my own from fresh. I imagine the frozen kind you get from the store would work well too. You could try substituting other fruits or juices, but I can only guarantee the results with this recipe! -- posted by ramartin42

Mixed Fruit and Spinach Smoothie

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 13:44:24 -0400

Oh come on, try it, you'll like it! -- posted by Brooke the Cook in WI

Super Healthy and Delicious Strawberry Banana Soy Smoothie

Sun, 17 May 2009 03:01:24 -0400

It is a simple soy yogurt smoothie. Soy yogurt gives it a very unique taste. You can substitute strawberries for any kind of berries you'd like. There is no sugar added. Great summer drink! -- posted by Marianarox89

Easiest Smoothie

Tue, 26 May 2009 01:00:31 -0400

My kids adore this. (Who am I kidding? I love it just as much.) I only specified measurements because I could not submit the recipe otherwise. We always just eyeball it. Blueberries are our favorite. -- posted by CTRmom

Delicious Low Cal Smoothie

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 01:56:40 -0400

This smoothie is so delicious, and uses no dairy or added sugars. Change the fruits up a bit, or add more if you'd like to try something new. I've been eating this almost every day this week. -- posted by Naito-Ko-

Creamy Mango Parsley Green Smoothie

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 21:30:47 -0400

This green smoothie is like the dessert of green smoothies, haha. It is unbelievably creamy and delicious. And it leaves your mouth feeling so refreshed. Mangoes are really high in fiber and have lots of health benefits! I found a recipe similar to this in a book called Green For Life, but I altered it a tad. I find that people new to green smoothies might want to use a little less greens to start off, in order to get yourself acclimated to it. -- posted by Mimosas for Mr & Mrs

Avocado-Mango Smoothie

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 00:33:50 -0400

I made my avocado smoothie this way after looking through some other avocado recipe and combining them. I call it the Avocado-Mango Smoothie because of how much mango nectar, compared to avocado, is actually in this recipe. -- posted by KC.

Very Berry Protein Smoothie

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 01:39:35 -0400

This original and delicious smoothie is high in protein, fiber and taste. Makes for an excellent breakfast or between meal snack. Serve over ice for cooling summer beverage. -- posted by DeniseW

Frrrozen Pineapple Lime

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 11:00:19 -0400

A frozen drink to delight the tastebuds; from Steven Bruce's book with recipes from his NYC restaurant "Serendipity." -- posted by Debber

Strawberry Banana Smoothie With Apple Cider

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 01:13:43 -0400

This came about when I wanted to use up some items from the kitchen and threw it all together for a delicious smoothie! -- posted by Mel_319

Sesame (Tahini) Milk (Dairy Free)

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 17:31:07 -0400

This is a nice frothy drink I made up to fit our dairy free diet. It is also good used in smoothies or milk shakes. Please use good quality ingredients for the tastiest healthiest results. -- posted by UmmBinat

Tofu Fruit and Veggie Smoothie

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:10:43 -0400

I am fully aware this sounds gross but it's really not. it's good for kids and just sweet enough that they enjoy it -- posted by GingerlyJ

Peachy Peach Smoothie (Vegan)

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 01:33:07 -0400

Non-vegans can make this peaches and cream by using milk or cream. Makes a great on-the-go breakfast! -- posted by the80srule

Pumpkin Oatmeal Smoothie

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:18:43 -0400

Perfect drink for the fall season! Blends my love of pumpkin and smoothies! :) -- posted by LaxLily

Fruit Coconut and Oat Milk Smoothie

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:23:38 -0500

A smoothie made with frozen fruit, coconut milk, and oat milk; I came up with this one based on ingredients that I had sitting around in my pantry and the need for a gluten- and dairy-free smoothie (use homemade oat milk, great recipe available on this site) -- posted by JTanen