Smoothies have become an on-the-go staple for health-conscious eaters. They’re ridiculously easy to make, filled with fruits and veggies, and are ready in seconds. But not all smoothies are created equal.


Smoothies can make a healthy breakfast if you have a good balance of ingredients and nutrients—including protein, carbs, and healthy fats. These delicious, healthy smoothies make it easier to eat right with nutrient-rich fruit and veggies, creamy milk, protein, probiotic-rich yogurt, and other nutritious ingredients. Just a note: Some of these recipes contain fruit juice or honey to up the sweetness, but if you’re looking to cut added sugar from your diet, you can nix those ingredients.


1. Creamy Kale Smoothie


This smoothie is from the Balanced Gut section of Prevention’s Smoothies & Juices. Packed with protein and probiotics, Greek yogurt is a natural gut-health booster.


In a blender, combine 1 cup coarsely chopped kale, 1 1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks, 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk, and 1 tsp honey. Blend until the mixture is smooth and frothy.


Nutrition: 296 cal, 14 g pro, 45 g carb, 5 g fiber, 36 g sugars ( 6 g added sugars), 8.5 g fat ( 3 g sat fat)


2. Citrus-Pineapple Smoothie Bowl


This smoothie bowl is a fun way to switch up your routine. It features vitamin C–rich citrus fruit, heart-healthy cashews, and gut-healthy Greek yogurt.


Put 1/2 cup fat-free Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/2 navel orange, segmented, and 1/2 ruby grapefruit, segmented, in a blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth and divide between 2 bowls. Top with more orange and grapefruit, plus chia seeds, unsweetened coconut flakes, and chopped cashews.


Nutrition: 240 cal, 12 g pro, 31 g carb, 5 g fiber, 19 g sugars ( 0 g added sugars), 8 g fat ( 4 g sat fat)


3. Peach Blueberry Smoothie


This sweet blend will have you feeling like it’s summertime in the dead of winter with blueberries and peaches. Plus, you’ll get your daily dose of greens with nutrient-rich kale. A dash of cinnamon is the perfect touch.


In a blender, combine 1 cup chilled almond or vanilla soy milk, 4 slices of fresh or frozen peaches (about 1/2 cup), 1/4 cup blueberries, a handful of kale, and 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon. Blend until smooth.


Nutrition: 170 cal, 8.5 g pro, 26 g carb, 4 g fiber, 17 g sugars, 4 g fat


4. Banana-Blueberry-Soy Smoothie


Succulent blueberries are bursting with flavor in this healthy smoothie, which is also loaded with potassium-rich banana and vanilla for sweetness.


Simply combine 1 1/4 cups light soy milk with 1/2 cup frozen blueberries, 1/2 frozen banana, and one teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. Blend for about 20 to 30 seconds, or until smooth. You can add up to 1/4 cup more milk if you prefer to have the mixture thinner.


Nutrition: 125 cal, 3 g pro, 25 g carb, 2 g fiber, 11 g sugars, 5 g fat


5. Pineapple Passion Smoothie


This decadently thick smoothie recipe will satisfy your cravings for an ice cream cone. Plus, pineapple contains bromelain, an enzyme that helps break down protein and may help reduce bloating.


Combine 1 cup of low-fat or light vanilla yogurt, six ice cubes, and 1 cup of pineapple chunks. Place all the ingredients into a blender and pulse as needed, or until the mixture is smooth.


Nutrition: 283 cal, 13 g pro, 53.5 g carb, 2 g fiber, 48 g sugars, 3.5 g fat (2 g sat fat)