Summer is getting closer and closer and as the temperatures rise, so does the desire for a cool refreshment. Fruity-fresh smoothies are just the thing for this! Smoothies are not only delicious and easy to prepare, they also provide you with lots of healthy nutrients and are easy to digest. We reveal 3 summery smoothie recipes that are low in calories and also taste incredibly delicious. So, get your smoothie blender ready - let's go!
Healthy and delicious: 3 smoothie recipes for the summer
One thing first: All the recipes presented in this article can be prepared in the same way. Simply put all the ingredients in a blender and blend until you get the consistency you want. Et voila - your perfect summer smoothie is ready!
Recipe 1: The tropical mango smoothie
Are you looking for a smoothie that reminds you of your last holiday? Then we have the perfect recipe for you. As the name suggests, the tropical mango smoothie tastes particularly tropical and fresh and will transport you to faraway lands. The smoothie is wonderfully creamy and can even be used as a low-calorie breakfast thanks to its filling effect. If you still want something to chew on, you can also prepare the smoothie as a smoothie bowl with a portion of crunchy muesli. Whether as a conventional smoothie or smoothie bowl - the tropical mango smoothie tastes simply heavenly.
You will need the following ingredients for one portion:
- 150 g mango
- 100 g pineapple
- ½ Banana
- 100 g coconut water or coconut milk
Recipe 2: The raspberry and melon smoothie
For many people, watermelon is THE summer fruit par excellence. It therefore stands to reason that the fruit also tastes great in a smoothie and brings summery freshness to your drink. The sweet and tart raspberries and a hint of lemon make the smoothie really refreshing and therefore perfect for hot summer days. For an extra kick of freshness, you can add a few ice cubes to the blender - these make the smoothie nice and cold and therefore a perfect way to cool down in the afternoon. Give it a try!
You will need the following ingredients for one portion:
- 200 g watermelon
- 150 g raspberries
- 1 squeeze of lemon juice
- Mint leaves to serve
- Optional: 4-5 ice cubes
Recipe 4: The green power smoothie
As the word "power" in the name of this smoothie suggests, the Green Power Smoothie contains many healthy ingredients that provide you with energy. The linseed it contains provides valuable micronutrients, unsaturated fatty acids and fibre. The avocado provides a creamy consistency and healthy fats. Whilst the cucumber adds plenty of freshness to the smoothie, the banana provides a pleasant sweetness. The green power smoothie is ideal for breakfast as it provides you with all the important nutrients for a healthy start to the day and keeps you full for a long time. Curious to find out more? Here is the recipe!
You will need the following ingredients for one portion:
- ¼ Cucumber
- 1 banana
- 2 handfuls of baby spinach
- 1 squeeze of lemon juice
- 1 tsp linseed
- 3 mint leaves
- ½ Avocado
- 1 dash of water
Don't these three smoothie creations sound fantastic? The smoothie recipes don't just sound delicious, they really are. See for yourself! We hope you enjoy making them - savour your refreshing summer smoothies!