Smoothie Packages Recipe

Assemble pack (make-ahead)

In a freezer-safe zip-top bag or reusable container, combine 1 cup frozen mixed berries and 1/2 cup sliced frozen banana. Add 1 tsp chia seeds if using. Seal, label with date, and freeze up to 3 months.

Blend

When ready to make smoothie, empty frozen fruit mix into a blender. Add 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 1/2 cup almond milk, and 1 tsp honey or maple syrup. Blend on high until smooth, about 45–60 seconds. If mixture is too thick, add 1–2 tbsp (15–30 ml) almond milk and blend again. If too thin, add a few ice cubes or a spoonful of frozen banana.

Finish & serve

Taste and adjust sweetness. Pour into a glass and serve immediately. Garnish with a few fresh berries if desired.

Assemble pack (make-ahead)

In a freezer-safe bag or container layer 1 cup fresh spinach (you can also pre-blanch and pat dry for longer freezer life), 3/4 cup frozen mango, 1/2 cup frozen pineapple, and 1/2 cup sliced frozen banana. Add 1 tsp ground flaxseed if using. Seal and freeze up to 2 months.

Blend

To prepare, add the frozen contents to a blender. Pour in 1/2 cup coconut water and 1 tsp fresh lime juice. Blend on high until smooth, 45–75 seconds. If the blender struggles, pause, scrape down the sides, and add up to 2 tbsp (30 ml) more coconut water.

Finish & serve

Check consistency and sweetness; add 1/2 tsp honey or 1–2 tbsp more coconut water if needed. Serve immediately in a chilled glass. Stir before drinking if separation occurs.

Assemble pack (make-ahead)

Combine 1/4 cup rolled oats and 3/4 cup sliced frozen banana in a freezer-safe bag. Optionally add 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (freeze in a small separate container if preferred) and 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon. Seal and freeze up to 1 month (oats can absorb moisture over time).

Blend

Add the frozen oats/banana mix to a blender with 2 tbsp natural peanut butter, 3/4 cup milk, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (if not frozen separately), 1/4 tsp cinnamon and 1 tsp maple syrup if using. Blend on high for 45–60 seconds until smooth and creamy. If too thick, add milk 1 tbsp at a time. If too thin, add a few ice cubes or more frozen banana.

Finish & serve

Taste and adjust salt or sweetness. Pour into a glass and sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon on top. Serve immediately.

If adding protein powder, add 1 scoop to the blender with the liquid before blending to avoid clumping. If using ice because you didn't freeze fruit, add 1/2 cup ice when blending. For other dry add-ins (flaxseed, chia, nutritional yeast), add 1 tsp per serving into the blender with the fruit.