In summer, the heat goes up and the layers go down. It is the season of fit bodies, glowing skin and looking our best self. While fitness and healthy eating should definitely be an all year long commitment, summer is the best time to give our regimen a healthy boost. Try the following detox smoothie recipes that will not only nourish your body and remove toxins but also hydrate you at the same time.

Equipment: You’ve got a blender? You’re good to go!

How to: Making smoothies is as easy as putting our delicious ingredients into your blender, blending until creamy and transferring into a cup. Easy right?

Now let’s dive into recipes that will have you feeling amazing in no time.

Avocado Detox Smoothie

What you will need:

  • 2 cups spinach or kale with the stem removed and chopped
  • 1 apple chopped and unpeeled
  • 1/2 avocado chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups of apple juice

Pineapple Banana Detox Smoothie

What you will need:

  • 1 cup pineapple
  • 1 banana
  • 2 cups of spinach
  • 1 apple
  • 1 cup water

Glowing Green Detox Smoothie

What you will need:

  • ¼ cup pineapple
  • 2 celery of stalks
  • 2 cups of spinach
  • 1 kiwi
  • 1 banana

Belly-Busting Berry Smoothie

What you will need:

  • 1 cup frozen berries
  • 1 banana
  • 1 Tbsp almond or peanut butter
  • 1 cup almond milk
  • handful of ice

Spicy Tropical Greens Delight

What you will need:

  • 1 cup of leafy greens (baby spinach, kale, collard greens, etc.)
  • 1/4 cup of lime juice
  • 1 cup of chopped frozen mango
  • 1 cup of chopped frozen pineapple chunks
  • 1 1/2 unsweetened coconut water
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

 

Special Tips:

  • Add water as you blend to achieve a nice consistency.
  • Start your day with a fresh cup of smoothie for best results

There you go, nutrient packed and tasty smoothies for slimming down and be healthier this summer.


Written By,

Bisrat Atalay Tasew

Sources

https://www.self.com/gallery/weight-loss-smoothies-nutritionists-swear-by

https://loseweightbyeating.com/detox-smoothie-recipes-weight-loss-cleanse/


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