Healthy Mixed Berry Smoothie

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This mixed berry smoothie recipe is delicious & nutritious! It only takes 5 ingredients and 5 minutes to make this healthy banana berry smoothie, which can be enjoyed as a quick breakfast or afternoon snack! It’s dairy-free, and you can even add protein powder and spinach for an extra nutrition boost. 

two mixed berry smoothies in glass cups


I drink a smoothie every morning. Starting my day with a healthy dose of fruits, protein and greens is just the best. This mixed berry smoothie is one of my favorites (along with this green smoothie, mango smoothie, and strawberry banana smoothie)!

This banana berry smoothie is easy to make – and only takes 5 minutes to blend together. Plus it’s incredibly versatile. Add your favorite vanilla protein powder and a handful of greens to add some extra nutrients! 

front view of two berry smoothies in glass cups

Berry Smoothie Recipe: Ingredients & Substitutions

Here are some notes about the ingredients in this banana berry smoothie, as well as possible substitutions. 

overhead view of the ingredients in this berry smoothie recipe
  • Unsweetened almond milk. Any non-dairy milk works excellently in this recipe. I love using coconut milk for a tropical flavor. You can also use regular dairy milk!
  • Frozen mixed berries. I always have a bag of mixed berries in my freezer to make this berry smoothie recipe! If you come across delicious fresh berries in the summer for a great price, you can always flash freeze them and then store them in an airtight container in the freezer. 
  • Frozen banana. If you’re don’t prefer bananas, you could substitute another starchy food like avocado for creaminess, but you will  likely need to add more honey/maple syrup to achieve the proper sweetness. 
  • Vanilla extract. You can simply leave out the vanilla, but I love the rich flavor it adds to this frozen berry smoothie. 
  • Honey. Maple syrup or agave can be used in place of honey. If your berries are extra-sweet you can omit the sweetener altogether. 
  • Vanilla protein powder (optional). I love adding a scoop of vanilla protein powder to my smoothies for a protein boost that keeps me full longer. Orgain Vanilla Bean Protein Powder is my favorite – I always have it stocked in my pantry.
  • Frozen Spinach (optional). If you want to make this a green berry smoothie, simply add some frozen spinach, kale, etc. This is optional!

How to make a mixed berry smoothie 

Use a Vitamix 

If you’ve been around here for a while then you know I am fiercely loyal to my Vitamix blender. Especially when blending something as thick and creamy as a frozen berry smoothie, using a Vitamix blender is a must. No other blender on the market is its equal in both power and functionality.

Check out my Vitamix buying guide to learn which blender is right for YOU. I have blended with the Ascent 3500 every for 4 years now. It’s my best friend in the kitchen and I couldn’t live without it! There are always great deals on reconditioned Ascent models!

front view of a berry smoothie before blending in a Vitamix

Add ingredients to the blending container

Once you’ve gathered your ingredients and have your Vitamix ready, add all the ingredients in the order listed in this berry smoothie recipe. It’s important to add the almond milk first to ensure a smooth and even blend. 

overhead photo showing how to make a berry smoothie in a vitamix blender

Blend

Next it’s time to blend! Begin blending on low speed and slowly increase it to high speed. Blend on high speed for about 50 seconds, or until the mixture is smooth and there are no lumps of unblended ingredients. 

Note: If you have a blender with a “smoothie” setting, you can simply secure the lid, press the smoothie button, and let the blender do the work for you. 

front view of a berry smoothie being blended in a Vitamix

Serve!

Pour the blended berry smoothie into 2-4 glasses and enjoy! 

berry smoothie being poured into a glass cup

FAQs about Berry Smoothies

What can I add to smoothies?

I mention that you can add protein powder and spinach to this berry smoothie recipe, but there are so many wonderful, nutrient-rich foods you can add to any smoothie! Here are some suggestions: 
Nut butters (like this homemade peanut butter or vanilla almond butter) – for a little fat and protein.
Chia seeds
Collagen protein powder
Greens (dandelion greens, kale, spinach, etc).
Coconut oil
Maca powder

Do you put ice in smoothies?

I suggest NOT putting ice in this smoothie because it waters down the flavors. Instead, use frozen fruit for a thick, cold smoothie.

Are berry smoothies healthy?

This berry smoothie (especially if you add the protein powder and spinach) is packed full of nutrients, antioxidants, protein and fiber.

two mixed berry smoothies in glass cups topped with raspberries

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Healthy Mixed Berry Smoothie

Laura
This mixed berry smoothie recipe is delicious & nutritious! It only takes 5 ingredients and 5 minutes to make this healthy berry smoothie, which can be enjoyed as a quick breakfast or afternoon snack! It's dairy-free, and you can even add protein powder and spinach for an extra nutrition boost. 
5 from 8 votes
Course beverage, Breakfast, Drinks, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 125
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes

Ingredients  

Instructions 

  • Place all ingredients in the container of a high-powered blender (Vitamix) in the order listed.
  • Blend, starting on low speed and increasing to high.
  • Blend on high speed for 30-60 seconds, or until the smoothie is smooth with no lumps.
  • Pour into glasses and serve immediately.

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Notes

Ingredient substitutions

  • Unsweetened almond milk. Any non-dairy milk works excellently in this recipe. You can also use regular dairy milk!
  • Frozen mixed berries.  If you come across delicious fresh berries in the summer for a great price, you can always flash freeze them and then store them in an airtight container in the freezer. 
  • Frozen banana. If you’re don’t prefer bananas, you could substitute another starchy food like avocado for creaminess, but you will  likely need to add more honey/maple syrup to achieve the proper sweetness. 
  • Honey. Maple syrup or agave can be used in place of honey. If your berries are extra-sweet you can omit the sweetener altogether. 
  • Vanilla protein powder (optional). Orgain Vanilla Bean Protein Powder is my favorite.
  • Frozen Spinach (optional). If you want to make this a green berry smoothie, simply add some frozen spinach, kale, etc. This is optional!

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25recipe | Calories: 125kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 147mg | Potassium: 218mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 758IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 162mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Did you enjoy this recipe? Have a question? Leave a comment below!

More smoothie recipes

Like I said before, I drink a smoothie every single morning, and have for over a decade. I have a pretty extensive collection of smoothie recipes on my blog (check out this post on the best healthy smoothie recipes), but here are a few favorites worth mentioning!

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9 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    Awesome! I used 2% milk, frozen raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, fresh strawberries, frozen banana, vanilla whey powder, splash of vanilla, a little honey and about 2 tablespoons of siggis vanilla yogurt. Delish!

  2. 5 stars
    A simple and easy to make berry smoothie recipe that fits perfect for a hot summer. I really like this smoothie recipe. Thanks for sharing this with all of us.

  3. This looks yummy! I can’t wait to to try the recipe. Where did you get the little glasses that the smoothies are in? They’re really cute.