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No matter what you're in the mood for, you'll find satisfaction in one of these healthy smoothie recipes. Try a strawberry smoothie for a summer treat, a green smoothie for an easy vitamin boost, or an invigorating tropical smoothie for a blast of energy. There are plenty of healthy smoothie recipes that can help you in your weight loss journey, too!
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Cucumber-Mint Smoothie

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The secret ingredient in this hydrating smoothie? Cauliflower. Mix that with honeydew melon, mint, cucumber, a bit of honey, and ice cubes for a simple way to enjoy your vegetables.

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Pineapple-Spinach Smoothies

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Don't forget to freeze your ripe bananas. Blending your fruit frozen turns it into a magical soft serve-like ice cream consistency. This healthy smoothie gets you an extra boost of iron thanks to spinach and fiber from chia seeds.

Buy It: BetterBody Foods Organic Black Chia Seeds - 2lb ($7, Target)

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Sweet Beets and Greens Smoothie

Sweet Beets and Greens Smoothies
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Antioxidant all-stars beets and blueberries get a tart kick from pomegranate juice and a nutrient-rich bump from kale in this healthy smoothie that can be made ahead of time and frozen for up to 6 months.

Buy It: NutriBullet Blender Combo ($140, NutriBullet)

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Virgin Mary Smoothies

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There are only 48 calories per serving in this non-alcoholic Bloody Mary smoothie recipe, so there's no need to feel guilty when indulging in this veggie-filled drink. Your body receives a spectrum of nutrients from colorful vegetables and fruit.

Related: Sober Curious? Why Mocktails Are a Cultural Phenomenon

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Really Red Smoothies

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Fresh raspberries, strawberries, and rhubarb hide this healthy smoothie's zippy secret: It's loaded with chopped red sweet pepper, making it rich in vitamins A and C.

Related: 18 Fruit Salad Recipes That Let Your Sweet Produce Shine

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Sweet Honey-Ginger Beet and Mango Smoothies

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Golden, delicious, and packed with protein, this healthy breakfast smoothie is hiding loads of tofu, beets, and yellow pepper. All you'll taste is the ginger-mango zip of this easy morning pick-me-up.

Buy It: 25oz Double Wall Stainless Steel Vacuum Tumbler with Straw ($9, Target)

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Protein-Packed Smoothies

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Need a protein boost? You're in luck. One of our best healthy smoothie recipes pairs delicious fruit with fat-free yogurt and a helping of peanut butter. All that and it's only 223 calories! Garnish with whole strawberries for pretty presentation.

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Spring Green Smoothies

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A green smoothie with asparagus? Stay with us. Green grapes and ripe kiwi are the perfect foil to the earthy tones of woody asparagus. Throw in a handful of nutrient-rich spinach, and you've got one healthy smoothie powerhouse.

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Cocoa Sweet Potato Smoothie

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We're big fans of sweet potatoes and chocolate (just try these healthier brownies). For an energy-boosting breakfast or light lunch, go for this healthy smoothie recipe that mirrors as a chocolate shake.

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Antioxidant Power Smoothies

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It's never been easier (or sweeter!) to boost your immune system. This refreshingly cool healthy smoothie recipe is made with antioxidant-rich blueberries, blackberries, and pomegranate juice.

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Carrot-Orange Smoothie

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Don't be afraid of the bright orange hue of this healthy smoothie recipe. Its savory smoothie game is on target, thanks to 2 cups of carrots, but it keeps things sweet with a couple of clementines and plenty of vanilla yogurt.

Related: Top 20 Heart-Healthy Recipes

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Pink Power Smoothie

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Watermelon cubes, frozen strawberries, and strawberry Greek yogurt are what fuel this pretty pink drink. We've added a couple of handfuls of fresh cauliflower for an extra powerful boost of vitamin C.

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Tropical Getaway Smoothie

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Escape to sunny shores with this quick and easy smoothie recipe. Pineapple and lime juice lend fresh, zesty flavor and sweeten each glass of this healthy smoothie with natural sugars.

Related: Fast and Fresh Citrus Recipes That Will Brighten Your Meal

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Green Smoothie

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Healthy green smoothies are trendy for a reason: They add vitamins and minerals to your diet without tasting like vegetables. Our recipe has antioxidant-rich Swiss chard and a sweet mango flavor, thanks to fresh fruit and a splash of juice.

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Ultimate Berry Smoothie

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This super fast healthy smoothie is a meal unto itself packed with 7g of fiber and 9g of protein to fuel your day. The secret ingredient is tofu, which adds nutritional value without overpowering the taste of the fruity smoothie.

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Avocado Smoothie

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This filling and healthy smoothie is rich in omega-3s and protein, thanks to a whole avocado and a helping of tangy Greek yogurt. The avocado, banana, and yogurt help create an irresistible silky texture that's worthy of a smoothie shop.

Related: 25 Recipes to Save for That Moment Your Avocados Are Perfectly Ripe

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Cherry-Berry Smoothies

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Chill out with a quick and easy 100-calorie smoothie recipe that's made with four different berries. Antioxidant-rich pomegranate juice adds a touch of sweetness and a pretty red hue.

Related: 17 Iced Starbucks Drinks That Are 100 Calories or Less

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Kiwi-Pineapple Smoothies

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With baby spinach, yogurt, and flaxseed meal, this fruity green smoothie is an easy (and delicious) meal substitute. No flaxseed meal? Try using chia seeds in your healthy smoothies. They're high in omega-3s and fiber.

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Matcha Smoothie

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Matcha powder adds more than just a beautiful colorful boost to this smoothie. The earthier cousin to green tea will boost metabolism as well as provide some anti-inflammatory benefits to your system.

Buy It: Mighty Leaf Organic Matcha Green Tea ($15, World Market)

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Blueberry-Pineapple Smoothie

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Load up on vitamins and fiber. Juicy blueberries, pineapple, banana, and cherries hide a generous helping of spinach in this easy healthy smoothie recipe.

Related: Try These Healthy Juice Recipes

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Harvest Spice Smoothie

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This fall smoothie has flavors of apricot, pumpkin, and warm spices and can be prepared ahead and kept chilled for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 6 months.

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Easy-Being-Green Smoothie

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Coconut water brings a taste of the tropics to this healthy smoothie recipe, while fresh mint enlivens each kiwi-loaded sip. The honeydew melon adds potassium and vitamin C, and each serving is just 130 calories.

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Fruity Kale Smoothies

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The kale force is strong in this easy, healthy smoothie. It's loaded with more than 2 cups of the trendy leafy green. Frozen grapes act as the ice, while kiwifruit and pineapple keep the situation tropical.

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