NEEDED: Smoothie recipe...

oxFaithxo

Is there an overall general recipe for Smoothies: for example just blend fat free yogurt and your choice of fruit??
Or is there going to be a problem with that (i.e. it is too runny, wont taste good, etc.)?

questionablemethods

Nope. Just play around with some things you like and experiment with how liquid-y or thick you want it. Personally, I like my smoothies pretty thick and cold, so I like frozen berries and frozen bananas (the bananas add a lot of creamy texture). I don't use a lot of liquid -- maybe a half cup or so with about a cup of the fruit and then some protein powder. Play around with yogurt, juice, different fruits, etc. It is hard to go wrong.

Becka77

I use 1/2 cup of plain yogurt, 1/4-1/2c. of orange juice (depending on how thick you want it), 1 cup of frozen fruit and either a couple of packets of Splenda or 1 Tbsp of Agave Nectar to sweeten.

I find this recipe makes a perfect serving size for one.

I usually buy fresh fruit and measure them out into baggies and freeze them so I can just grab one and toss it in the blender in the morning. Right now I have baggies of 1/2 cup blueberries and 1/2 cup sliced strawberries (about 3-4 strawberries depending on size) ready to go. I have a cheap blender so I usually take them out and let them thaw for a few minutes while I'm getting dressed, this helps them blend easier.

susiewusie

I like 1 tbsp oats ,semi skimmed milk ,banana,and tiny amount of honey its lovely

natural yogurt,pineapple,mango,peach

nat yog strawberries,blackberries,blueberries,raspberries

the list goes on lol sometime I just throw anything in never had a horrible one yet .

mictur

Smoothies are my favorite. Try 1/2 cup of frozen blueberries and 1/2 cup of frozen strawberries, banana, and pomegrante juice 1/2 cup with a scoop of chocolate protein powder. Yummy. If you use frozen banana let it thaw a little or the blender works overtime.

Also, 1 cup of berries, 1/2 cup of orange juice, and protein powder. Or 1 teaspoon instant coffee, 1/2 cup soy milk or low fat milk, protein powder and couple of ice cubes. Play around with it. You can also add yogurt to the smoothies. When I get home I can send some more recipes for smoothies. You can email here.:flowerforyou: I even do a detox with smoothies for my meals.

oxFaithxo

THANKS, so basically get some fruit and yogurt and some juices and I can't go wrong

Sounds great!

and i like the portioning before hand and freezing... great idea for quick mornings.

abelg99

http://www.menshealth.com/smoothies/

Some good smoothie recipes and my wife loves this site:

http://www.hungry-girl.com/week/weeklydetails.php?isid=509

Annabelle_M

This what I call my Strawberry Mango Smoothie, it's delicious!! This makes about 1 cup or little over. If you type the name in MFP you should get the nutri info too. I added it so it should be public. Enjoy!

Dannon Activia - Lowfat Peach Yogurt, 2 oz.
Tropicana Pure Premium - Orange Juice - Lots of Pulp, 7 fl oz
Kirkland Signature- (Costco) - Frozen Strawberries, 0.5 cup
Dole Frozen Mango - Frozen Mango Chunks, 0.3 cup
Fresh Fruit - Banana Small, 0.5 whole

brwneyes71

FRUIT SMOOTHIE

8 oz chilled juice your choice
1/4 cup of of your choice
1 sliced banana (optional)
1/2 cup of yogurt low fat your choice

You can also sweeten it with truvia sugar i use it here are the nutrition facts for it

serving size 1 packet
amount per serving:
Calories 0
Total Fat 0g (0% DV)
Sodium 0mg (0% DV)
Total Carb 3g (1% DV)
Erythritol 3g
Protein 0g (0% DV)
DV is for the Daily Vaule

Not a significant source of calories from fat, saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, dietary fiber, sugars, vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium and iron. * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Overall this taste just like regular sugar. I am able to use this unlike splenda and sweet and low and the others which trigger my miagrines. Good luck with you weight loss.

CudyBug

This is a good idea sister, thanx
Ive been trying to find ways to use my magic bullet since I havent used it since alex was a baby. I loved making baby food.

oxFaithxo

THANKS!

lawless12

Ice helps make the smoothie thick if that is what you like.

maeflower1234

I was searching for more smoothie recipes so I thought I would bump this!