Refreshing summer delights: Delicious smoothie recipes with seasonal fruits
Summer is smoothie season! When temperatures rise and the sun shines from the sky, we crave refreshing, healthy drinks that provide us with energy and vitamins. That's exactly what our delicious smoothie creations with seasonal fruits offer.
Whether for breakfast, a snack, or dessert - smoothies are true all-rounders and bring summer straight into our glass. With their colorful variety of ingredients, they not only provide us with important nutrients but also simply bring pure joy.
In this post, we present our favorite recipes for summer smoothies. From fruity classics to green power drinks - you're guaranteed to find the perfect companion for your summer days here.
Refreshing Fruit Smoothies
Who doesn't think of classic fruits like bananas, strawberries, or raspberries first when it comes to smoothies? These ingredients form the basis for many of our favorite recipes:
Banana-Strawberry Smoothie
Ingredients for 2 servings:
- 2 ripe bananas
- 200 g fresh strawberries
- 200 ml milk (or plant-based milk)
- 2 tbsp honey (optional)
Simply add all ingredients to the blender and blend until a creamy consistency is achieved. Garnish with a few strawberry pieces and enjoy!
Raspberry-Coconut Smoothie
Ingredients for 2 servings:
- 200 g fresh raspberries
- 1 can coconut milk (400 ml)
- 2 tbsp coconut flakes
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Add the raspberries, coconut milk, coconut flakes, and vanilla extract to the blender and blend into a creamy smoothie. Garnish with fresh raspberries.
Mango-Passion Fruit Smoothie
Ingredients for 2 servings:
- 1 ripe mango, peeled and pitted
- 1 passion fruit, seeded pulp portion
- 200 ml orange juice
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
Add mango, passion fruit pulp, orange juice, and honey to the blender and process into a delicious smoothie. Garnish with passion fruit seeds.
Green power drinks
In addition to the fruity classics, we also have some green smoothie variations for you that are true vitamin bombs with their high content of vegetables and superfoods:
Spinach-avocado smoothie
Ingredients for 2 servings:
- 100 g fresh baby spinach
- 1 ripe avocado
- 300 ml almond milk
- 1 tsp honey
- Juice of half a lemon
Add spinach, avocado, almond milk, honey, and lemon juice to the blender and blend into a creamy smoothie.
Green smoothie with kiwi and ginger
Ingredients for 2 servings:
- 2 kiwis, peeled
- 1 handful baby spinach
- 1 cm fresh ginger, peeled
- 200 ml coconut water
- 1 tsp honey
Add kiwis, spinach, ginger, coconut water, and honey to the blender and process into a delicious green smoothie.
Leafy green smoothie with berries
Ingredients for 2 servings:
- 100 g leafy greens (e.g., lamb's lettuce)
- 150 g mixed berries (raspberries, blackberries, blueberries)
- 300 ml oat milk
- 1 tsp maple syrup
Add leafy greens, berries, oat milk, and maple syrup to the blender and blend into a green smoothie.
Smoothie variations and tips
Beyond classic smoothie recipes, there are countless ways to customize the drinks. Here are a few suggestions:
Additives for more nutrients
- Chia seeds, flaxseeds, or hemp seeds for extra omega-3 fatty acids
- Protein powder for more protein
- Spirulina, chlorella, or matcha for additional vitamins and minerals
Creamy consistency
- Bananas, avocados, or nuts for an extra creamy texture
- Yogurt, quark, or dairy products for more protein
Custom flavors
- Cinnamon, vanilla, coconut, or ginger for aromatic notes
- Mint, basil, or citrus fruits for refreshing accents
With these tips, you can create your smoothies exactly to your liking and always try new, delicious variations. Whether fruity, green, or creamy - smoothies are the perfect companion for a healthy, enjoyable summer!
