How To Make A Perfect Smoothie

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Smoothies are a great way to boost your daily intake of nutrients and minerals and the perfect staple to a healthy, well balanced diet. But not all smoothies were created equal. If you’ve been dumping ingredients into a blender and hoping for the best, only to be greeted with a sad, tasteless smoothie - this guide is for you. Learn how to make the perfect smoothie, choose your own adventure with our extensive smoothie ingredient list, discover more tips and tricks in our resource list and bookmark some mouthwatering recipes for later.

How to make a perfect smoothie

Choose a good blender:

First things first - you need to get yourself a high performance blender. If you’re wanting to make great smoothies, it’s important to invest in the right equipment. Cheap crappy blenders = a chunky unappealing smoothie. But never fear - a good blender doesn’t have to break the bank. We bought our Ninja Blender for around $100 (I love using the cup attachment for my smoothies). Shop around and find the right blender for you. This guide should help get you started.

Strike the right ratio:

Striking the right ratio is important when making a smoothie that you’ll actually enjoy drinking. I suggest this ratio as you’re starting out:

1 cup milk 1-2 cups fruit 1 tablespoon yoghurt Optional: A handful of greens / vegetables 1 tablespoon of smoothie boosters (see here for full list)

As you start to experiment, you can work to increase the amount of vegetables and decrease the amount of fruit to suit your tastes. Do this process gradually to allow your tastebuds to adjust.

Choose ingredients you enjoy:

It might seem like a no brainer but when it comes to making a great smoothie, you need to choose ingredients that appeal to you. Don’t feel pressured to use an ingredient just because of its claimed health benefit. If you can’t stand almond milk, choose a milk you like. If you hate kale, try another green instead. And if you’ve never liked blueberries, don’t make a blueberry smoothie. Simple!

Freeze your fruit and vegetables:

Frozen fruit and vegetables help to make smoothies more thick and creamy, and having them on hand means you can enjoy a smoothie anytime. You can buy pre-packaged frozen fruit and vegetables in the freezer aisle of your local supermarket if you’re in a pinch, but I prefer to make my own. It’s a great way to reduce food waste and if you buy your favourite ingredients on sale, it works out to be a lot cheaper.

Tips for freezing your own fruit and vegetables

Wash and remove inedible parts (including peels) Chop into bite-sized chunks. Optional - Flash freeze to prevent your ingredients from freezing in one lump together. Spread the fruit and vegetable chunks onto a baking tray and put it in the freezer for approx. 1 hour. Once chunks are frozen solid, put them in airtight containers or freezer bags Frozen fruit and vegetables will last in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Smoothie Ingredients

There are so many ingredient options when it comes to making a smoothie. When you first start experimenting with smoothie combinations, try and choose ingredients that are familiar to you and stick to your favourite flavours. There’s no need to go and buy a bunch of expensive ingredients, especially all the ones listed below! Stock your fridge with your favourite milk, freeze a small mixture of fruits and vegetables and pick one or two boosters from the list below like chia seeds or nut butter to have on hand. You can then slowly start to build on your smoothie ingredients as you go.

Smoothie Boosters

Here’s a few smoothie booster / add-in suggestions that you might like to consider throwing in your smoothie:

Bee Pollen Cocoa or Cacao Powder Chia Seeds Cinnamon Collagen Powder Flaxseed Ginger Gogi Berries Maca Powder Nut Butters - Almond, Cashew, Peanut, Sunflower etc Nuts - Almonds, Cashews, Hazelnuts, Pecans, Walnuts etc Protein Powder Rolled Oats Sweetener - Honey, Maple Syrup, Rice Malt / Brown Rice Syrup, Dates etc Turmeric

Smoothie Resources

Smoothie Making 101:

Nail the basics of smoothie making and you’ll find yourself making better smoothies instantly. Here’s a few more resources with some helpful tips and tricks.

Smoothie Boosters and Add-Ins:

Not sure which smoothie booster is right for you? Check out these guides that explain just what each ingredient can do for you.

Mastering the Green Smoothie:

Green smoothies have gained popularity over the past few years and are a great way to increase your vegetable intake. But without striking the right ratio you’ll end up with a smoothie that tastes like grass clippings (or worse). Here’s a few guides to get your green smoothie from meh to mmmmm.

Ready in minutes and filled with fruits and vegetables, smoothies are great for as an on-the-go breakfast or a 3pm pick-me-up. Whether you’re running out the door or taking your time sipping at home, here’s 30 smoothie recipes that will keep you feeling full and satisfied.

Smoothie Recipes

Fruit Smoothie Recipes:

New to the smoothie game? Start with some of these delicious fruit-only smoothies.

Green Smoothie Recipes:

Ready to start throwing some greens into your smoothies? Here’s some delicious mixes that nail the ratio to give you a tasty smoothie with zero grass taste!

Flavoured Smoothie Recipes:

Ready to start experimenting with more adventurous flavours? Try these smoothies that are flavoured with chocolate, coffee and sweet potato.

Banana-Free Smoothie Recipes:

Bananas are ubiquitous with smoothies, but they aren’t for everyone. The great news is, you can still make a delicious and creamy smoothie that’s 100% banana-free. Get inspired by the recipes below.

Smoothie Bowl Recipes:

Smoothie bowls are just thicker smoothies that you eat with a spoon. Top them with your favourite nuts and seeds for some extra crunch. Here’s some scrumptious smoothie bowls to get you started.

I hope you loved this ultimate guide to making a perfect smoothie and that you’re feeling more encouraged to start experimenting and creating your own delicious smoothies. Am I missing a delicious must-try smoothie recipe? Let me know in the comments below!