Blend a handful of nutritious ingredients into a deliciously refreshing Raspberry Smoothie. With options to make this with banana or without, ways to add protein, and tips for storing leftovers, this post has everything you need to get started.

Raspberry Smoothie

Whether using fresh or frozen fruit, I am a forever fan of smoothies. I love them as easy meals for myself—because they’re a simple way to pack a lot of nutrition into an easy-to-eat format—and as a drink for the kids. We have smoothies regularly with breakfast and as snacks, and I sometimes even freeze them into popsicles.

This smoothie recipe has a base of yogurt, milk, and fruit, and can be adjusted for the ingredients you have on hand.

Ingredients You Need

Here’s a look at the ingredients you need to make this Raspberry Smoothie recipe.

• Yogurt: Plain or vanilla whole-milk yogurt is my go-to pick, though you can also use Greek-style if you prefer.
• Milk: I prefer nondairy milk in smoothies, but you can use whichever type you prefer.
• Raspberries: You can use fresh or frozen raspberries.
• Banana: You can use fresh or frozen banana slices.
• Ice cubes
• Add-ins such as hemp seeds, chia seeds, cauliflower, and/or spinach

TIP: I usually do one fresh fruit and one frozen fruit so it’s easy to blend.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Here’s a look at the process of making this smoothie recipe so you know what to expect. (Don’t worry, it’s easy!)

1. Add the ingredients to a blender.
2. Blend, starting on smooth and working up to high, until very smooth.
3. Serve cold, or freezer for future use.

TIP: Be sure to blend this mixture really well on high speed to incorporate all of the seeds into the blender.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Store

To store, freeze smoothie mixture in an ice cube tray overnight. Store for up to 3 months in a sealed freezer bag. Transfer a few cubes to a blender and add 1/2-1 cup milk (or orange juice) and blend to serve.

To vary the flavors in this smoothie, try:

• Raspberry-Mango Smoothie: Replace the banana with frozen diced mango.
• Raspberry-Orange Smoothie: Replace the milk with orange juice.
• Raspberry-Avocado Smoothie: Add 2 tablespoons fresh or frozen avocado.
• Raspberry-Chocolate Smoothie: Add 1 tablespoon cocoa powder and increase the maple syrup to 1 tablespoon.
• Raspberry-Blueberry Smoothie: Replace the banana with frozen blueberries.

Best Tips for Success

• Add 1 tablespoon hemp seeds, 1 teaspoon chia seeds, or a handful raw cauliflower or baby spinach to add nutrition to this smoothie.
• Try serving smoothies to little kids in a reusable pouch.

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• Add all ingredients to a blender.

• Blend smooth, starting on low and working up to very high. Let it blend on high speed for 30-60 seconds to help blend the seeds in the raspberries smooth.

• Serve immediately or freeze for future use.

• To store, freeze smoothie mixture in an ice cube tray overnight. Store for up to 3 months in a sealed freezer bag. Transfer a few cubes to a blender and add 1/2-1 cup milk (or orange juice) and blend to serve.
• Add 1 tablespoon hemp seeds, 1 teaspoon chia seeds, or a handful raw cauliflower or baby spinach to add nutrition to this smoothie.

And to vary the flavors in this smoothie, try:

• Raspberry-Mango Smoothie: Replace the banana with frozen diced mango.
• Raspberry-Orange Smoothie: Replace the milk with orange juice.
• Raspberry-Avocado Smoothie: Add 2 tablespoons fresh or frozen avocado.
• Raspberry-Chocolate Smoothie: Add 1 tablespoon cocoa powder and increase the maple syrup to 1 tablespoon.
• Raspberry-Blueberry Smoothie: Replace the banana with frozen blueberries.

Calories: 215kcal, Carbohydrates: 37g, Protein: 8g, Fat: 5g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 8mg, Sodium: 92mg, Potassium: 662mg, Fiber: 10g, Sugar: 20g, Vitamin A: 602IU, Vitamin C: 45mg, Calcium: 278mg, Iron: 2mg