Boost Your Health: Easy Smoothie Recipes

After a luxurious cruise in French Polynesia—where I indulged in amazing food and cocktails—I found myself heading straight into the festive season. The result? Overindulgence! But I wouldn’t change a thing. I love celebrating with good food, good wine and good company.

Come January/February, though, it’s time to get back to normal eating. To reset, I’ve been making easy, delicious smoothies that help me feel better without feeling deprived.

My Favourite Smoothies

Strawberry and Cucumber Smoothie

• 1 cup strawberries (fresh or frozen)
• ½ cucumber
• ¼ cup pineapple chunks
• Handful of baby spinach (optional)
• 1 cup coconut water (or regular water for a lighter taste)
• ½ tsp grated ginger
• Juice of ½ lemon
• Ice cubes

Banana and Blueberry Smoothie

• 2 bananas
• 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup milk (or almond milk for a dairy-free option)
• ½ cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp honey
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• 4-5 ice cubes

Pineapple and Cucumber Smoothie

• ½ pineapple
• ½ cucumber
• Handful of baby spinach
• ½ tsp grated ginger
• 2-3 Tbsp lemon juice
• 1 cup coconut water (or regular water)
• ½ green apple
• Ice cubes

Cucumber & Green Apple Smoothie

• ½ cucumber
• 1 green apple (cored and chopped)
• 1 handful of spinach
• ½ lemon (juiced)
• 1 cup coconut water (or regular water)
• ½ inch ginger (grated, optional)
• 4-5 ice cubes

Pineapple, Beetroot & Banana Smoothie

• ½ cup cooked or raw beetroot (peeled and chopped)
• 1 banana (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup chopped pineapple (fresh or canned in juice)
• ½ cup plain yoghurt or a non-dairy alternative
• ½ cup water or coconut water
• 1 tsp honey (optional)
• 4–5 ice cubes

At first, I wasn’t sure if a smoothie could replace a meal, but they’re surprisingly filling! After days of overindulging, they’re the perfect reset. Of course, I still have my moments of weakness—chocolate is my downfall! But when that happens, I make a big green smoothie with spinach, avocado, and protein powder, which helps get me back on track.

How I Make My Smoothies

I wash, chop, and blend everything until smooth. Simple!

Optional Smoothie Boosters

For extra nutrition, try adding:

• Chia seeds (fiber & omega-3s)
• Protein powder (great for satiety)
• Flaxseeds (heart health benefits)
• Greek yogurt (probiotics & protein)
• Avocado (healthy fats & creaminess)
• Coconut water (hydration & electrolytes)
• Spirulina or Moringa powder (nutrient-packed superfoods)

Tips for Staying on Track

• If I get hungry in the afternoon, I have something light, like Cruskits with Marmite, hummus, or cheese.
• I use my Weight Tracker regularly to stay motivated.
• The Lose It! app (free version available) helps me track calories and even scan barcodes for accuracy. I was surprised that 1tsp of Pic’s Peanut & Chocolate Butter has the same calories as an 85g tin of Sealord Salmon—you can guess which one keeps me fuller!

If you’re looking to lose weight or feel better, I highly recommend giving smoothies a try. Wishing you success on your healthy journey! 🍓🥑

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