Put your Vitamix — or whatever blender you favor — to good use by mixing up one of these health expert recommended smoothies.
Smoothie
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Andrew Gallery
Founder of IAMMAI
- strawberry
- banana
- mango
- almond milk
- a little honey or agave
Blend.
This is my favorite dessert-like smoothie. It has lots of sugar though so I try to only have it once a week!
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Lauren Imparato
Founder of I.AM.YOU. Yoga
- mint
- cucumber
- celery
- apple
Blend.
This signature I.AM.YOU. drink cleanses, refreshes and delights the palate all at once, and unlike many others is low in sugar, high in hydration.
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Dr. Perricone
Board certified dermatologist, nutritionist and founder of Perricone MD
Try to choose organic produce. The little bit more that it might cost is well worth avoiding toxic pesticides.
- 4 stalks of celery
- 1 medium sized organic apple
- 1 cup watercress ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 ½ cups of water
Blend.
This smoothie is a perfect one-stop detox. Herbalists have long used watercress as a blood purifier, as it’s packed with system cleansing properties that help to clear toxins from the body. Because of its high potassium content, it's strongly alkaline and, therefore, considered useful in treating acidity and purifying the blood. As a bonus, cinnamon is a natural anti-imflammatory — this is purely beauty from the inside out!
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Sarma Melngailis
Founder of Pure Food and Wine and One Lucky Duck
- 2 cucumbers, peeled and chopped
- ½ pineapple, peeled and chopped
- 1 large bunch cilantro
- ½ cup coconut water or filtered water
- 2 tablespoons agave nectar, or more to taste
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Cilantro is hands down my favorite herb. I would put it on everything if I could. It also happens to be incredibly healthy. It's a potent antibacterial remedy and a powerful chelator. Basically, if you eat tons of cilantro it can help keep you free from infections, and pull toxins, heavy metals, yeast and more bad things out of your body. So, this shake is a good way to get a huge dose at once and it tastes delicious.
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Natalie Raitano
Instructor at Barry’s Bootcamp
Blend.
Within 5 to 10 minutes after a workout with weights I like to drink this. By using water it keeps the protein shake low in calories while sending protein right to my muscles. I use one scoop of the protein mix.
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Anna Kaiser
Founder of AKT INMOTION
A modified version of Juice Genertion's Protein Buzz
- almond milk
- hemp protein
- raspberries
- blueberries
Blend.
I like to modify Protein Buzz by taking out the agave because it has too much sugar! I don't want to spike my bloodsugar too much. The protein helps give me sustained energy without a crash later from the additional sugar.
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Josh Taekman
Co-Founder of EBOOST
- 10 oz. vanilla almond milk
- 1 banana
- 1 tbsp health warrior chia seeds
- 1 tbsp of maca powder
- 1/2 cup strawberries
- 1 scoop vanilla
- 22 Days Plant Protein Packet
- 1 orange EBOOST packet
Blend.
This smoothie tastes delicious and gives me a healthy boost of energy while nourishing my body.
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Stacey Griffith
Fitness expert and instructor at SoulCycle
- kale
- almond milk
- banana
- scoop of peanut butter
Blend.
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Sonia Kashuk
Makeup artist and founder of Sonia Kashuk Beauty
- 2 apples
- 1 cucumber
- 4 leaves of kale
- 2 cups of spinach
- 1/2 lemon
- small piece of ginger
Blend.
I drink this super green juice at least once a day. It's incredibly refreshing plus it has amazing health benefits. Besides detoxifying and aiding digestion, this miracle juice has endless cancer preventing benefits, builds the immune system, cleanses blood, and even promotes weight loss. Another great benefit is the effect is has on my skin. The cumber is immensely hydrating plus it is a great source of silicon to improve the complexion of the skin. On top of that, lemon juice is an antiseptic which helps to cure skin related problems. And of course, beauty starts from within so while this juice is keeping me healthy and clean on the inside, the results visibly show on the outside!
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Madison Wright
Core Fusion teacher and manager of guest experience at exhale Central Park South
- 1.5 cups raw collard greens (packed tight)
- 1 cup frozen wild blueberries
- 1/2 banana
- 1 cup kefir (full fat)
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- 2 tablespoons raw cacao nibs
Blend.
Collard greens and kefir have tons of calcium, which will help you build and maintain strong bones. A healthy skeletal system is important to maintain in order to have exercise longevity. The magnesium found in the almonds and cacao supports a healthy muscular and immune system. Blueberries have powerful antioxidants that help protect you against diseases such cancer and heart disease.
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Alicia Weihl
Instructor and director of programming and talent at Physique 57
- 3 cups ice
- 3 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 very ripe bananas, peeled, cut into ½” slices, and frozen
- 2 tablespoons grade B maple syrup
- 2 pinches sea salt (optional)
Blend.
I love this Banana Smoothie from the Physique 57 Solution book.
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Chris Matsui
Contributor to Enlightened Living and a trainer for Fusion Performance Training
- half a banana
- small handful of frozen chopped spinach
- Enlightened Bar in Orange Cream
- small handful of pineapples
- a few walnuts
Blend.
This hits all the main food categories, tastes amazing, is great for you and also “sneaks” in the veggies.
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Karyn Nesbit
Instructor at SoulCycle
- 1/2 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 acai packet (you can find these in the frozen fruit section)
- 1/2 a banana
- 1 scoop hemp protein (doesn't taste the greatest, but it's natural — doesn't have a laundry list of ingredients like most protein powders)
- 1/2-3/4 cup almond milk
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- 2 cups of spinach (or more... as much as you can shove in there)
Blend.
I love Juice Generation, specifically their amazing green acai bowl. Out of convenience, and to save money I created my own version using similar ingredients. I love it because it's delicious and a good way of intaking more greens and protein. I usually make this smoothie around midday or after dinner.
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Alison Cohen
Instructor at Flywheel
- apple
- banana
- strawberry
- mango
- lemon
- spirulina field of greens powder.
Blend.
The above are all the ingredients that go into my favorite smoothie from Juice Press, MILF (mothers interested in learning food). It's made with spirulina, a form of blue- green algae that helps aid in digestion and it's high in antioxidants, omega 3s, along with vitamin A,C,E and B complex vitamins. This smoothie boosts my energy after a workout, and has the perfect amount of sweetness to help satisfy any dessert cravings!
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Carissa-Ann Santos and Jacob Mabanta
Founders of Love Grace
- water and meat from 1 young thai coconut
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh lemon grass
- 3 or 4 fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
Place young Thai coconut on a flat sturdy surface. Using a meat cleaver or strong chef knife open a square hole in the top of the coconut with 4 good whacks. Pour water into a blender through a strainer. Using a tablespoon, scrape out the white fleshy meat inside making sure to discard any parts of the hard shell. Add meat, lemon grass and mint to blender and blend until smooth. You can pour this silky drink back into the coconut and enjoy with a straw.
Young coconuts are one of the highest sources of electrolytes and healthy fats on the planet. The medium-chain fatty acids in coconut meat allow the body to burn fat for energy leaving those who consume it regularly to be leaner and with more stamina.
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Mark Kozhin
Founder of d'Vida Health Bar
- 8 oz d'Vida Smoothie Base
- 1 oz peanut butter
- 1 - 1.5 bananas
- 1 oz sugar free dark chocolate sauce
- Add protein or other supplement as desired
Blend.
I like peanut butter and combined with our smoothie base and banana, it makes the perfect low glycemic, high protein shake that fills me up post workout or when on the run and don’t have time for lunch – excellent meal replacement! The best part is making it into a Smooccino, where it’s combined with espresso and steamed for those colder days.
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Denise Lee
Founder of ALALA
- sambazon unsweetened acai smoothie pack
- banana
- almond milk
- frozen strawberries
- frozen blueberries
- chia seeds
Blend.
I love acai smoothies — the superfruit is packed with antioxidants and tastes a little chocolatey, which goes great with the other fruits. I use almond milk to keep it dairy free and the chia seeds are a great source of healthy protein.
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Jay Centeno
Director of training at SLT
- 1 cup of frozen pineapple
- ½ cup of wild blueberries
- 1 cup of coconut water,
- 1 cup of almond milk
- half of a banana
- 1 scoop of pea protein powder
- ½ scoop of chocolate whey organic grass-fed protein
- 2 cups of spinach
- 1 cub of kale
- large dash of organic cinnamon
- dash of organic ginger
Blend.
This is a healthy and delicious smoothie and I have it every day.
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Allison Enke
Registered dietician for Whole Foods Market
- 1 1/2 cup unsweetened non-dairy beverage, such as almond, rice or soy
- 2 dried apricots or 4 pitted dates
- 1 banana
- 1 cup chopped kale leaves
- 1 cup baby spinach leaves
1/2 cup fresh or frozen berries
Blend.
The Whole Foods Market Double Green Smoothie recipe is a satisfying, on-the-go breakfast that allows me to enjoy several fruit and vegetable servings before noon. The dried and frozen fruit provide natural sweetness and all of the flavors are amazing together! For a boost of protein and healthy fats, I add 365 Everyday Value Creamy Almond Butter.
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Kelvin Gary
Founder and personal coach at Body Space Fitness
- 1 cup chocolate calorie countdown
- 1 scoop chocolate flavored milk protein blend
- 1 serving Green Supplements
- 6 almonds
- 1 tablespoon grated unsweetened coconut
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- 1 tablespoon ground Flax seed
- 1 cup ice
Blend.
It's easy and I love coconut! It's not too often that you mix green supplements and protein and have it taste great.
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Renee Ascione,
Market community connector at Lululemon
- 1 cup real coconut water
- 1 handful of fresh spinach or kale
- 1 banana
- 1/2 cup frozen mango or blueberries
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1 teaspoon chia or flax seed
- 1/4 cup rolled oats
Blend.This smoothie is great because it fills me up all morning and gives me a healthy dose of greens. It's not too sweet, is filled with goodness and the almond butter gives it a creamy texture, which is perfect for breakfast.
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Nancie Tripodi
Founder of 15 Love
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1/2 cup water
- handful of kale
- banana
- 2-3 stalks of celery
- apple
- ginger (optional)
Blend.
It’s refreshing, SO nutritious with the mix of fruits and green veggies, and filling — I can’t stand being hungry an hour after consuming a smoothie and this one keeps you satiated for a long time.
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Joanna Vargas
Celebrity facialist and founder of Joanna Vargas Salon and Skincare Collection
- romaine
- celery
- cucumber
- spinach
- parsley
- kale
- apple
- dash of lemon and ginger
Blend.
A green juice instantly hydrates the skin while encouraging lymphatic drainage, so you are de-puffed and glowing. Substitute a green juice for that 4 p.m. coffee you have everyday. If you are crashing at your desk in the p.m. and need caffeine, you should try a green juice instead. It will hydrate and refresh your skin from the inside out. It will also give you a great kick of energy that you won't feel from just a coffee.
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Ashley Borden
Fitness and lifestyle consultant
- 1 cup celery
- 1 cup parsley, fresh
- 2 cups water
- 1 cucumber, peeled
- 1-inch ginger, fresh
- 3 cups mango
- 1 lemon, peeled
Blend celery, parsley and water until smooth. Next add the remaining fruits and blend again.
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Elana Brynes
Founder of Kings of Cole
- 9 ounces of skim milk
- 1 banana
- 1 tablespoon of peanut butter
- ice
Blend.
My favorite smoothie is peanut butter and banana smoothie. It's a great on-the-go snack that's yummy and has protein to keep me full while on the go!
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Dan Flores
Personal trainer at The Mark Fitness Center
- 1/2 cups plain low fat yogurt (can be replaced by soy milk or orange juice)
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- 1 banana
- 3/4 cups strawberries
- 1 cup crushed ice
Blend.
I love The Mark Restaurant by Jean-Georges' Banana-Berry Power Smoothie! Besides its smooth texture and flavor, its loaded with vitamin C, fiber and antioxidants.
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Dean Sheremet
Healthy chef and fitness expert
- 4 medjool dates, pitted
- 1 banana, peeled
- 10 oz almond milk
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 scoop branched chain amino acids
- 1 scoop of glutamine
- handful of ice
Blend.
This is a perfect recovery drink for post workout endurance training.
