I passionately believe that what we put into our bodies matter. That means the food we eat, the beverages we drink, the supplements, vitamins and medication we take. The things we don't eat, drink or ingest matter too. To make good food choices easier for myself and my busy family, I drink daily smoothies. Fat-burning smoothies for weight loss are in my weekly rotation to make sure I get the nutrients my body needs to keep my metabolism in fighting shape. These 10 weight loss smoothies are delightfully tasty and healthy!
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Top 10 Weight Loss Smoothie Recipes
Weight loss smoothies can be a bit hardcore, but I believe it will help you see results more quickly when combined with an awesome exercise goal. I hope you give them a shot and love the results. Here are ten weight loss smoothie recipes you might like:
Meal Replacement Smoothie- Smoothies are considered the healthiest fast food because you can make a quick, filling meal in five minutes! Put that theory to the test with this lovely berry smoothie.
Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie- Chronic inflammation keeps our bodies from reaching their full potential. Fight that head-on with this soothing smoothie recipe.
Beginner's Luck Green Smoothie- This is THE best green smoothie! It's been voted #1 by far and is both delicious and nutritious.
Apple Celery Smoothie- The green smoothie of all green smoothies, this one's got a healthy boost and a unique (but yummy!) ingredient list.
Pineapple Ginger Smoothie- Fresh ginger has so many health benefits, and paired with pineapple is quite easy to digest.
MCT Oil Smoothie- Your metabolism needs fat to help digest food. MCT oil is an easy and efficient way to get healthy fat into your body.
Chocolate Weight loss Smoothie- Gain natural energy and burn fat with this yummy cacao-filled smoothie.
Smoothie for Brain Fog- Clear the cobwebs and benefit from better focus with this genius smoothie.
Raspberry Smoothie- Is it a dessert or a smoothie? This creamy, ruby smoothie is healthy and just plain pretty.
Fat Burning Smoothie (listed below)- The smoothie recipe below has some serious metabolism-boosting power with grapefruit, celery, and green tea.
These fat-burning smoothies are a great place to start if you want to maximize plants. Which one will you blend first?!
Plant-Based Diet to Burn Fat
I fell in love with a plant-based diet when I lost weight and gained tons of energy without even trying. Drinking smoothies and eating meals that were rich in fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds did the trick! I began seeing meat, eggs and dairy as more of a condiment that goes with my plant-powered meal.
To help with the results, I started focusing on blending ingredients that are scientifically proven to burn fat and boost metabolism, which leads to weight loss. Let's dive into these fat-burning smoothies so you can see just how tasty and simple weight loss can be.
Why Smoothies Help You Lose Weight
For most of us, there's a balance between the good things and the not-so-good things. (I'm talking to you, French fries with my veggie burger.) My point is, it's hard to always eat healthy. This is why I like to do the Seasonal Cleanse using green smoothies (like this fat-burning smoothie!) as my breakfast for 21 days. It gets me back on track and makes sure I drink the best smoothies for weight loss and my overall health.
There are special occasions when we want to indulge. And it's hard to eat healthy all the time when traveling. You know the drill. We do our best. I don't believe in punishing ourselves for enjoying a treat now and then.
Weight Loss Smoothie FAQs
They can be! Start with 100% real, whole-food ingredients. Don't add any sugars or sweeteners (other than real, whole fruit!), and choose a liquid base that is unsweetened. Make sure your smoothie has healthy fat and protein so that it's filling and won't leave you hungry 90 minutes later.
My fat-burning smoothie has specific ingredients that boost the metabolism. Healthy fat is necessary for your body to break down carbs and protein, so make sure NOT to cut the fat!
A good smoothie with protein, healthy fat and whole-food carbs is a great combo for a healthy snack or meal that can promote weight loss. My fat-burning smoothie contains spinach, mint, celery, green tea, grapefruit, pineapple and avocado.
Build Muscle to Burn Fat
I'm a big proponent of eating healthy as much as possible and participating in a regular exercise routine. That looks different for all of us with our varied interests, schedules, time constraints and lifestyles. There's nothing that helps boost your metabolism more than exercising to build muscle.
More muscle means more fat-burning capabilities.
For me, that's running 3-5 times a week and lifting weights three times a week. When it comes to boosting your metabolism, exercise goes hand-in-hand with healthy eating. Certain foods have fat-burning and metabolism-boosting abilities. Adding them into your diet can help magnify weight loss efforts. I'm a huge fan of smoothies, especially when I can use natural ingredients to transform them into a weight loss smoothie.
Give your body energy (i.e. high-quality calories) to power it through a workout. The workout helps build muscle, which burns more calories (i.e. fat) the rest of the time. See how nicely that works? It's a beautiful thing!
Foods to Boost Metabolism
Our bodies need proper fuel to keep up with the demands of daily activities. It's important that the calories we consume, especially if we're trying to lose weight, gain muscle, or just improve our performance, are quality calories.
A protein bar may be high in calories and full of nutrition, but it won't fill you up in the same way a plate of salmon, brown rice and steamed veggies will. But a high-quality (preferably homemade) vegan protein bar can give you the energy you need to power through a workout or recover from one.
What does that mean? It means that recipes need to tick off several boxes: healthy fats, protein, complex carbs, vitamins and minerals and/or a combination of all of the above. The above fat-burning smoothies have all that and more!
Want to skip a step and add protein and healthy fats to your smoothie in one step?
Check out my Protein Smoothie Boost! Clean protein? Check. Healthy fat? Check. Helpful fiber? Check. No sweetness or artificial nonsense? Check! Protein Smoothie Boost is a great partner in your fight to burn fat with this smoothie!
Fat Burning Smoothie for Weight Loss
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- 1 cup spinach
- 2 tablespoon fresh mint
- 1 stalk celery (chopped)
- ½ cup brewed green tea (cooled)
- ½ grapefruit (peeled and seeded)
- 1 cup pineapple (frozen)
- ¼ avocado
- dash cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 serving Protein Smoothie Boost ( optional)
Instructions
- Place spinach, mint, celery and green tea into blender.
- Puree until smooth.
- Add remaining ingredients.
- Blend again. Best when served chilled.
Video
Notes
- The pith and peel of the grapefruit are extremely bitter but are beneficial in small amounts. To lessen the bitterness of the grapefruit, remove the fruit from the inner membranes as well as peel before using.
- Drink 1-2 smoothies a day as meal replacements to get the weight loss benefits you're looking for.
- Adding Protein Smoothie Boost is a great way to add high-quality protein that won't affect the delicious taste of the smoothie
ayeni olaoluwa
Hi
Thanks for this guide, I wanna ask the alternatives to spinach, celery and mint leave, these are not really common in my country.
Secondly can I use cashew nuts in place of plant based protein?
Simple Green Smoothies
Hi there! Kale, collard greens, cabbage and Swiss chard are great swaps for spinach if you have those. Fennel, leeks or even carrots can be used in place of celery. And instead of mint, give basil a try. They are similar, yet basil will have a more peppery taste. Cashews are super delish and great sources of plant-based protein! 1 oz. of cashews will provide about 5 g of protein. 🙂
Wendy Houk
I have devoted myself to trying this for one week. So far, so good. Weight loss is at 1 pound for the first week. I like it slow, that's okay. My question is about the celery. I have read all the other comments about substitution, but nothing about how important the celery is....it is quite overpowering for me, I have cut down to 1/2 a stalk and it's still hard to drink. Do I need to go back to a whole stalk for best results or is there a substitute? I have also cut down on the mint leaves because of strong taste. I love all the other ingredients!
abigail
thanks so much, i read the comments farther and saw how helpful and effective this smoothie was for other to lose weight so i will not be adding apple cider vinegar. i am making this smoothie today to freeze and save for the week, i have 2 questions, 1. how many does this smoothie serve? 2. what aspect in this smoothie help with weight loss?
thanks so much and i will still be posting a comment on how this smoothie went.
Simple Green Smoothies
Yay Abigail! This recipe for our Fat Burning Smoothie serves 1. And the ingredients are specifically geared toward helping increase metabolism and to help you feel full longer.
Nicole
Hi I am very excited to try this I was wondering can I replace the tea with water???
Simple Green Smoothies
Hi there Nicole! You can def use water instead of tea. We like green tea here because the caffeine in tea contains antioxidants that may help burn fat a bit quicker by aiding the liver in converting fat to energy. Totally up to you! 🙂
Abolovivi Joseph
I like it
Simple Green Smoothies
Yay!
Cindy Thompson
Can I substitute pomelo for grapefruit?
Simple Green Smoothies
Pomelo would totally work here, yet they don't contain as much juice as grapefruit. You may need to add a touch more water to compensate for that, yet give it a blend and let us know what you think!
abigail
this looks amazing!! i have been looking for a on the go green smoothie to help with weight loss! i was wondering, would it mess up the weight loss rachio if i added apple cider vinegar to this smoothie, i've heard it help curb your appetite and helps with weight loss.
thanks so much, and i will be adding another comment soon to see how it went!!
Simple Green Smoothies
Cool question! While it wouldn't necessarily change what the other ingredients are doing to help with weight loss, the ACV would def change the taste. Looking forward to your next comment to see how it blended up! 🙂
Suzee
Can i use banana instead of avocado in this pineapple?
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Suzee! The answer here is yes and no. In terms of consistency, banana and avocado would be trade subs for each other - so yes, when it comes to that. However, they are very different nutritionally. The avocado is a source of healthy fat, whereas the banana isn't yet ups the sweetness of your smoothie. Keep us posted on what you choose!
Raudhah .N. Simpson
I want to try this weight loss smoothie but I’m allergic to pineapples . What can I replace with pineapples?
Simple Green Smoothies
Great question! For those that can't use pineapple, we'd recommend swapping in oranges or mangoes instead for this smoothie.
Madeline Theis
thank you so much I really appreciate your work here and you provide me best information which I need most thank you very much
Jory Waukey
Is there a way to substitute grapefruit with something else can't have it because of my meds
Bob the Procrastinator
pretty much any other citrus fruit works just fine.
Deborah & Doug Vonau
Cant wait to try this out. I've just started on the smoothies for lunch or breakfast to avoid the carbs. Thanks to your recipe I shall get on this and hope to see the benefits of the weight loss.
Simple Green Smoothies
So glad you're blending! Weight loss can be a cool side effect, yet we hope you enjoy the added energy too!
rose carter
best and interesting information would like to visit again
Simple Green Smoothies
Love that you're here, Rose!
Liam Bradford
I've been losing weight for a while now and I am happy with the results so far but I'm open to anything that'll make it go quicker!
I burn (according to my fitbit) 3000-4000 calories a day on a normal days activities.
I am currently eating around 1300-1600 calories per day.
Is this smoothie designed to replace meals or to work along side them? All of my meals at the moment are of course calorie controlled/low saturated fat and high in fruits and veggies (up to 6 or 7 portions a day).
If I were to add this smoothie into my daily meal plan, would it help burn off more than the 218 calories it contains, or should I just stick with my current meal plan.
Thanks
Simple Green Smoothies
Liam you're a rawkstar!!! This recipe is designed to help turn on your metabolism and burn fat. If you'd like to make it a meal replacement to swap it out for one of your regular meals, you'll want to add both clean protein (we love our Protein Smoothie Boost!) and a healthy fat. That will increase the calorie count of course, so it will depend on what works best for you.
Stephnie Ramjoo
Started drinking this at the beginning of Jan 2021. I still can't believe my own eyes. I lost a whopping 15kg.
I had to lose weight for health reasons
Thank you
Simple Green Smoothies
That's amazing Stephanie! Rawk on!!
Stephnie Ramjoo
Thank you, Since we last spoke or written, I lost a further 10 KG. I feel so fantastic, I am off my BP medication for a month now and feel like a new woman. Even got asked to on a few dates.
Simple Green Smoothies
You go girl!!! That has to feel SO good! Keep up the good work + keep us posted!
Mariem A
Can i do the green tea the night before to have it ready for the morning ?
Simple Green Smoothies
Absolutely! Be sure to remove the tea bag at the end of the steeping time and store in the fridge until used.
Jackie
I started making this smoothie every morning since January 5th. It is now February 4th and I am down 5.6 pounds. It works! I have also been incorporating more veggies into my daily routine and *trying* to work out. But this smoothie is what gets me motivated. It helps you start your day out on a great note! Try it!
Simple Green Smoothies
That's so awesome Jackie!!! You're doing this the right way - one small change at a time. Way to rawk it!
Jenny Pina
I can’t wait to start using these smoothies in my quest to transition to a healthy lifestyle. I have several health issues which limits my physical activity. I am starting yoga and possibly lite walking. Will this be enough exercise, paired with the smoothies to really make an impact?
Simple Green Smoothies
Absolutely Jenny!! Small steps are the better way to change your dietary and fitness levels. Making big changes all at once can totally lead any of us to giving up too quickly. Yet those baby steps, little by little and a positive attitude are the better way for lasting change. You've got this!
Ashley
Hello...I’m really ready to lose some weight and start exercising. I was reading about this weight loss smoothie...it looks great but I was wondering if there is another that wouldn’t be so “veggie” tasting? I feel as tho if I’m gonna do this I want to be able to stomach it or enjoy it as much as possible rather. Thank you.
Simple Green Smoothies
Hi Ashley! Rawk on girl! You can totally try out any of the additional weight loss smoothies we linked to toward the end of this article. Or just jump in and give this Fat Burning Smoothie a try! You' might be surprised how much you like it... 😉
Sherry Wiljins
I made this and drink 2 -12 oz glasses of these a day in place of meals . I have lost almost 80 pounds
Simple Green Smoothies
Holy moley Sherry!!! That's amazing!! Rawk on girl!
Chris
Hi what quantity is a cup, a teacup?Thanks
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Chris - great question! We like to say a cup of spinach is about a good handful.
Sandra Cruz
What does this taste like? Is it going to be sweet or veggie tasting?
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Sandra - While the pineapple does add a touch of sweetness, this is def not as sweet as other recipes containing things like banana, fig, maple syrup, etc. It's more toward the savory or veggie end of things. 🙂
Noella
What would be a good substitute for similar benefits as the grapefruit and orange as I am allergic to both?
Sam
A granny smith apple!
I just made a different smoothie that had spinach, cilantro, ginger, frozen pineapple/avocado, lime juice, and a granny smith. It was amazing. Aparently granny smiths are fat burners too, from what I had read. I assume they would be great in any green smoothie.
Simple Green Smoothies
Hi there Noella,
Great question! You can totally swap out orange or grapefruit using tangerine (if you can have those), papaya or mango. Check out our Rawkstar Substitution Guide for more helpful swaps!
Aria
I run cross country meets in the morning around 7-8 but I still need to eat something before I leave to have some energy when I run. Should I have the smoothie before I leave or would that mess with my stomach? Thanks!
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Aria. I used to run cross country! I would stick with oatmeal, toast with banana and almond butter 1-2 hours before the race and then have my smoothie after the finish line. Store it in a thermos so it stays cold. This is actually one of my fav post run smoothies. Good luck with training and your meets!
Renee
Can lemon be substituted for grapefruit? My medication prohibits eating or drinking grapefruit. thanks.
Jo
The recipe sounds really good. I read many comments but didn’t find any that said whether they lost weight. Did anyone lose weight using the Fat Burning Weight Loss Smoothie? If someone did, how many pounds per week?
Jen Hansard
Hey Jo— if you're really wanting to lose weight, it's about consistency. Healthy habits is how you gain momentum and the weight will continue to fall off. So a daily green smoothie just like this one is a great way to go. If you're wanting more guidance and support, check out our 21 day cleanse which starts with a daily green smoothie, yet adds in plant-based snacks and meals as well. The results are incredible and you learn how to eat in a way that is tasty and heals the body in incredible ways.
Dean H
It's not quite that simple, though it does work. Time of day is also crucially important. Eating right before bed for example causes weight gain beyond "calories in calories out" because melatonin (the sleep chemical) naturally causes the body to store more fats
Jen Hansard
I agree Dean— there's soooo many reason why we gain and lose weight. Yet embracing a simple healthy habit and doing it consistently does lead to long term results that stick. When you swap a meal with a smoothie just like this one, you are adding is tons of goodness that will help burn fat and feel amazing. Some other things that help are hydration, movement, sleep and mindset. They all play a role in getting our body to function at its best. I love talking about this stuff, so thanks for bringing it up!
Pasha Hansen
What time of the day is best to have this smoothie? I usually like to eat oatmeal in the morning, should I switch it up? Also I have vegan protein soy powder, do you think this could be added into the smoothie? (:
Simple Green Smoothies
Hi Pasha! Most of us love drinking our smoothies in the morning but really, any time of day that works for you is the right time to have your smoothie. If you want to switch it up you can or you can have your smoothie first and a little later, your oatmeal.
Drea
I love this smoothie it is one of the best I ever had and yes the avacado curves my appetite. Thank you for sharing:)
Simple Green Smoothies
You're welcome, Drea!
Jaime
Hi, can a large batch of this be made, so that I can have it pre-made and drink it every morning before work? Or will it spoil after a day? Thanks
Simple Green Smoothies
Hi Jaime! You can def make this ahead of time and keep it in the fridge and/or freezer. It will last 2-3 days in the fridge and a week or more in the freezer. 🙂
Tanya
Can i use matcha powder instead of green tea? If yes what liquid should i use it with? Also is this ok to drink if im breastfeeding? Im 5 months postapstum and want to loose some weight. I just heard mint reduces milk supply. Please let me know. Thanks.
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Tanya. Yes, you can use matcha green tea powder. Just sub water for your liquid base. As far as your other question, we're green smoothie rawkstars but we're not doctors and we encourage you to check with your doctor/ob-gyn/nutritionist since they know you, your body and your baby best. Happy blending! 🙂
Selina Escamilla
What are some tasty smoothies with food that people aren't allergic?
Simple Green Smoothies
Selina, it just depends on what foods you are allergic to. We have tons of awesome recipes, I'm sure you can find some with ingredients that agree with you. 🙂 https://simplegreensmoothies.com/smoothies
Keona
Hello, what can I use to replace the mint leaves? Can I use matcha green tea powder instead of the actual tea ? Can I use avocado paste instead?
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Keona!
1. There's not really a good replacement for the mint leaves so if you don't like them or can't find them in your grocery store, you can leave them out.
2. Yes, you can. Use 1/2 cup of water for your liquid base.
3. Do you mean homemade or store bought? I think either way, you'll want to make sure there's just avocado (plus maybe a little lemon or lime juice) and no other added ingredients.
Happy blending!
Anabelle
Thank you for this recipe! Looking forward to trying it. Is there any liquid additive to this ? i.e. water or coconut water?
Thanks again!
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Anabelle! The 1/2 cup of green tea is your liquid base. Plus, the 1/2 grapefruit (when blended) will add a nice amount of liquid.
Shemeer
When is the best time to have it in a day?
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Shemeer! You can drink this smoothie in place of a meal, with a meal, or as a snack. As long as you are drinking at least one green smoothie each day, the time of day doesn’t matter. Do what works best for your schedule! 🙂
Keona
Last question for now lol , so do i have to use more ingredients than i would for a single serving? My blender will make at least 2-3 servings at once.
Simple Green Smoothies
Keona, we want to help make green smoothies quick and easy for you so keep those questions coming if you need to! (We aren't Difficult Green Smoothies, after all! 😀 ) Let's say you want to make 3 servings at once. Take the recipe, multiply the ingredients by 3, add them to your blender and blend away. Then, divide your smoothie among 3 air-tight containers (we love mason jars for this). If you're making them for that day or the next day, they are ok to store in the fridge. If you are making them for later in the week, then def store them in the freezer. So you could put 1-2 in the fridge and the rest in the freezer.
Keona
Hello , how do i make a week supply (7 days) without having to make it one smoothie at a time? I work crazy hours so i don’t have time to make one everyday
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Keona! You can do a couple things: 1. Prep a week's worth of smoothies and put your prepped bags/containers in the freezer. When you're ready for each day's smoothie, take one out of the freezer, blend it and enjoy! 2. Blend a week of smoothies, put them in freezer-safe jars or containers, store them in the freezer, and take one out each day to drink. (Remember to account for time to allow the smoothie to thaw.) 🙂
Keona
So do i make them one at a time ? Using the steps ?
Simple Green Smoothies
Depending on the size of your blender, you can make multiple servings (3-5 or more) at a time and then divide them among your mason jars or other airtight containers. Or you can prep and cut up all the fruits and veggies and make your freezer bags in assembly-line style.
Keona
Hello is there a way i can do these smoothies as a juice? My husband likes juices and not smoothies , i enjoy the smoothies
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Keona! I'd say probably just put the ingredients in a juicer. But I do want to go over a few pieces of juicing vs. blending info for you:
There are definitely arguments for both methods. What we can agree on is that blending and juicing are great ways to give your body incredible nutrients. Juicing will give you a more concentrated serving of nutrients, which can be a good and bad thing. This means that if a fruit has vitamin C in it, you’ll get much more vitamin C by extracting the juice because you need to use more fruit to get a full glass. The downside is that you aren't getting the WHOLE fruit. You’ll be missing out on the fiber and all the other nutrients housed in the fleshy parts of the fruit. Blending gives you the whole fruit. Your body will be receiving ALL the nutrients. We also think that blending is less complicated than using a juicer, which is the primary reason we choose blending. We are, in fact, Simple Green Smoothies. 🙂
For more info on the two, check out this article: https://simplegreensmoothies.com/juicing-vs-blending-whats-the-difference
Maeve Hennessy
Hiya
Am a newbie to green smoothies am on medication so can't take grapefruit will this affect the calorie loss if I sub an orange.
Also do I need to drink this everyday to see the benefits am trying to figure out what is the best ones to use for weight loss they also will be replacing my breakfast advice appreciated
Thanks
Simple Green Smoothies
Hi Maeve! You can definitely sub an orange for the grapefruit in this smoothie, many folks have done that. It will affect the way the smoothie works a little bit. Keep all the other ingredients the same and you should be fine.
You can drink this smoothie each morning for breakfast if you like. Some folks like to have the same thing every day and some like to mix it up. We have a ton of other great recipes if you don't want to drink the same thing every morning. Check out this post on Breakfast Smoothies for Weight Loss (https://simplegreensmoothies.com/breakfast-smoothies-for-weight-loss) and this one on Healthy Snacks for Weight Loss (https://simplegreensmoothies.com/healthy-snacks-for-weight-loss).
Liezl-ann Roets
Hi there..
Can i swop the avo with something else?
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Liezl-ann! You can use banana in place of avocado but I'd suggest using a slightly green banana to keep the sugar content lower.
Deborah
Made this everyday for 5days. I had to mix things up because I didn’t always have the ingredients. Used banana 4xs this week but avocado today. I like it better with avocado. The first 2days I used grapefruit after that was oranges. The first 3days was spinach, last 2days was kale. The rest of the ingredients were the same, mint, pineapple, celery and tea. I liked how it tastes, the celery makes it interesting. I’m a breast cancer survivor and needed something to kick start my diet. People usually lose weight on chemo but I gained a lot of weight. I’m a eater, I’ve always celebrated my life with food so it’s hard for me. They removed my ovaries and I’m on estrogen blockers which doesn’t help when losing weight. Anyways, did this smoothie 5days this week as a lunch substitute. I still drank my coffee every morning on my way to work. Then had my usual dinners. I also walked 2 miles everyday this week. Started at 241 now I’m 237. Lost 4pounds this week! Hope this helps anyone who wants to try it.
Simple Green Smoothies
Hi Deborah! Congrats on kicking cancer's butt! (My mom is a survivor, also.❤️ ) Sounds like you're doing great on your journey to wellness. Green smoothies + moving your body is an awesome way to get yourself on track! Keep up the awesome job, we're cheering for you! 🙂
Blanca
When you say 1 stalk of celery do you mean the whole thing? Or 1 piece of celery?
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Blanca. There are roughly 8-9 stalks in one bunch of celery. This recipe calls for just one of those stalks. You can also watch Jen make this smoothie + explain all the ingredients. It's in the video below the recipe. 🙂
Lauren
Can you pre make these smoothie up minus the tea with all other ingredent chopped, measured and ready to blend and then freeze them?
Simple Green Smoothies
Kale yeah you can, Lauren! 😀
We love to prep our smoothies ahead of time. Makes things so much easier when it comes time to blend. Here's an article that talks all about smoothie prep: https://simplegreensmoothies.com/make-ahead-smoothie-prep
Akina
Thank you! I would love to try this next time i go grocery shopping!
Simple Green Smoothies
YAY! We can't wait for you to head to the grocery store, Akina. Make sure and reach back out and let us know what you think!
Olivia
Hello
Thanks for the recipe. I can’t tolerate pineapple, it upsets my tummy. Can you suggest an alternative please.
Simple Green Smoothies
Olivia,
Not friends with pineapple, we hear you! Some of my favorite swaps are oranges, mangoes, and peaches. Happy blending!
michelle szuzs
Thank for the information you have provided so that I can lose weight
Simple Green Smoothies
You're welcome, Michelle!
Helen Horn
This receipe above sounds great but the problem is...….if you are taking meds for cholesterols -- you can not have grapefruit, or too much grapefruit. It affect the liver. So...….what can you use to sub the grapefruit?
Thank you
Simple Green Smoothies
Hi Helen! You can sub an orange for the grapefruit. 🙂
KAREN M ABATE
The 7 day smoothie plan is the smoothie in place of a meal?. If Not does it matter what time of day you have the smoothie?
Can you have the smoothie at 3pm before going to the gym . Then eat dinner at say 5:30.
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Karen! You can drink the smoothie in place of a meal, with a meal, or as a snack. As long as you are drinking at least one green smoothie each day. The time of day doesn't matter, do what works best for your schedule. You could have it before going to the gym although I don't recommend drinking it immediately before beginning a workout. Happy blending! 🙂
Mosie Pen
I would love to try your recipe.
But my medication for blood pressure states ... definitely NO grapefruit ..
Is there any alternative I could use please .
Thank you
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Mosie, sub an orange in place of the grapefruit. 🙂
Pete
Can I still use a whey protein powder before and after workouts in conjunction with your smoothie?
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Pete, you definitely can. We prefer to used plant-based protein powders, and we sell one that's *amazing* but if your go-to protein powder is whey, then go for it! 🙂
Maria
Hello, can you substitute the grapefruit with beetroot in this?
Thanks
Maria
Simple Green Smoothies
Sure, Maria. You can tweak this recipe to fit your tastes and what you have on hand. 🙂
Gracie Ferguson
Hello i tried it and it is good! , but is there a recommendation on how many times a day we should drink it ? and one more question does it work for you does it actually burn fat?!!!
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Gracie, many folks in our community usually drink 1-2 smoothies a day. Some have one for breakfast and one for lunch or dinner and some will drink one in the afternoon as a snack. There's nothing set in stone about how many or when to drink them. 🙂
Michelle C
What's the shelf life of the smoothies? Could I make them overnight in advance?
Simple Green Smoothies
Hi Michelle! You can def make them in advance. Green smoothies will last 2-3 days in the refrigerator and a week+ in the freezer. Many in our community make their smoothies the night before; if they have to get up super early, don't want to wake up the rest of the household with a loud blender, or just want to grab and go on the way out the door.
Store your pre-made smoothie in an airtight container and make sure to leave a bit of room at the top if you plan to freeze it. Obviously, it will be ready immediately if you store it in the fridge and if kept in the freezer, it will thaw in about a day after moving it to the fridge, less if you put it on the counter or in your lunch bag, etc. Either way, make sure to give it a good shake before you drink it. Separation will occur and it's ok that it does (there are no gross additives or preservatives in it to prevent separation but that's a good thing!!).
Happy blending! 😀
Rose Wright
Hi,
I've been doing this fat burning smoothie for a week now .... do you have any more recipes for fat burning?
I bought your book but it’s got everything but fat burning smoothies.
Simple Green Smoothies
Hi Rose, we have a few other recipes for smoothies that specifically help with weight loss. Type "weight loss" into the search bar on our Recipes page. The Chocolate Weight Loss Smoothie is pretty tasty. 🙂
Lesley
Looking forward to trying this. Lesley UK
Simple Green Smoothies
Let us know what you think!
Constantia
M gna try this nice.. Thank u!
Simple Green Smoothies
You're welcome!
Kryz
Can you add protein powder to give it more protein
Simple Green Smoothies
Definitely 🙂
Margarita Castillo
Is it best to drink the smoothie for breakfast or lunch?
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Margarita! Either one works, it's really what's going to be best for you and your schedule. 🙂
michalia clare
hi.. i have a lot of energy so i wont use the green tea i dont do anything with caffeine in it.. aslso do i need to use the avacardo? or can i use something else... last question is im trying to lose 40 pounds i just started back doing light work out i have to be careful i just had a baby and get cut will this work?
Simple Green Smoothies
Michalia, you can sub banana for avocado but doing that will give the smoothie a higher sugar content. If you are trying to lose baby weight, you do need to be careful and I'd suggest speaking with your healthcare provider and/or a nutritionist. 🙂
onkemetse tjihonge
thank you for this recipe it helped a lot
Simple Green Smoothies
You're welcome! 🙂
Nora
We tried it today, its fantastic. Thank you!
Simple Green Smoothies
You're welcome, Nora!
Marcus
Can you replace celery with cucumber?
Simple Green Smoothies
You can!
Audrey Jones
Great recipe
Simple Green Smoothies
Thanks, Audrey 🙂
Nui
Is there any substitute for baby spinach as it isnt found in my area? Love this recipe though
Muskan Kaur
Hi, is there a substitute for mint? I can’t seem to find any around me.
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Muskan, you can sub parsley for mint or leave it out if you can't find/don't like parsley.
Simple Green Smoothies
Nui, you can use regular spinach, baby kale or kale. If you can't find those, really any leafy green will work.
Emily
Does this smoothie have a noticeable celery taste? I am completely turned off from celery, cannot stand the taste but really want to try this! Is there a substitute you recommend?
Simple Green Smoothies
You will taste the celery a little in this one. You could try using cucumber instead. 🙂
Regina Taje
I will like to lose weight
Simple Green Smoothies
Including a green smoothie in your daily diet is a great start! 🙂
Chelsea Jaye
How would you best describe the taste of the smoothie? I love drinking smoothies for breakfast on the days that I have to be to work at 7am, but I have a hard time dealing with the taste of some of them
Simple Green Smoothies
To me, it's a pretty green tasting smoothie with a bit of citrus from the grapefruit. Everyone's tastes are different, though. You could make this in the afternoon or evening one day to see what you think of it and then decide if it's something you want to drink super early in the mornings.
B
Is there something I could substitute the green tea with? My body rejects anything caffeinated ?
Simple Green Smoothies
You can use plain water or coconut water, if you like.
Cheryl Meredith
Sounds Good looks Good going to start today . From looking at the smoothie well blended I’m sure to try it and continue to see results as the time go by .
Wayne Archer
Hello I am a 68 year old Male I have a signal blinder would I use the same amount to make my smoothie
Simple Green Smoothies
Hi Wayne! Welcome. 🙂 Yes, this recipe is for one smoothie so you would make it as is. Make sure to blend the spinach, mint, celery, and green tea first and then add the remaining ingredients and blend again.
Jim
Is there a limitation to doing this. I mean if I do this everyday how long do you recommend using this. Some smoothie recipes say to do it for a certain amount of time and then give it a break then cycle
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Jim, there's no limitation. You can have one of these every day if you like. Because our smoothie recipes contain whole fruits and veggies, there is no need to cycle on and off. However, you may get tired of the same smoothie every single day. I encourage you to check out the recipe section on our website, there are tons of delicious green smoothie recipes.
Jelena Nelly
I tried this smoothie the other day and I love it!! I make it with cold brewed Matcha Mojito tea (green tea with mint and matcha) and today I even added some kale to it! So refreshing and delicious! Thanks for this recipe! 🙂
Simple Green Smoothies
Those sound like great additions!
Earnest McDonald
What is the best one or way I drives a mail truck an i b going out on my routs and I leaves early in the morning so on the way back I loose energy so what kind of energy shake that helped me lose weight an keep my energy
Simple Green Smoothies
Hi Earnest! First of all, thank you for being an essential worker and continuing to bring folks their mail during the pandemic. We appreciate you! 🙂
If you start drinking a green smoothie each day, regardless of which one you drink, I think you'll find you have more energy and you may lose some weight, as well. It will also help your immune system stay strong, which is more important now than ever. That said, a few smoothie ingredients that will give you natural energy are bananas, berries, citrus fruits, spinach, kale, nuts, ginger, chia seeds, and green tea. If you go to our recipe page and type "energy" in the search bar, you can find some great smoothie recipes that will provide you with lots of good energy. So you can make a smoothie and take it with you on your mail routes. You can even make it the night before, just keep it in the fridge in an airtight container and give it a shake before you drink it the next day. Then I think you won't feel like you're out of energy on the way back from your routes. Happy blending! 🙂
Keely Morgan Finucane
I have tried this smoothie with a few different versions and wanted to get your feedback. Overall, I love it. Do you recommend replacing it with a meal such as lunch or breakfast?
Will it do the same for your body if you sub out frozen spinach or frozen celery for fresh? Is it ok if I use canned pineapple as oppose to frozen?
Thanks again for the recipe!
Simple Green Smoothies
Hi Keely! You can drink this smoothie as a meal replacement if you like. Many of us drink our smoothies for breakfast. I'd add some chia seeds to make it a complete meal.
You can prep smoothie packs ahead of time and freeze the ingredients but, using frozen spinach can be a little tricky because pre-packaged, frozen spinach sometimes contains added salt and other things. Also, fresh or frozen pineapple is preferable to canned because canned fruit oftentimes has added sugars. Additionally, pineapple contains bromelain, a potent anti-inflammatory and anti-swelling agent, and the canning process neutralizes bromelain. I hope these explanations help you understand why we use the ingredients that we do and happy blending! 🙂
Linda
Could I use tsp of pure matcha green tea powder instead of the 1/2 cup of green tea already made?
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Linda! Yes, you can def do that. Use filtered water or coconut water for your liquid base and add your matcha green tea powder. That's what I do when I make this smoothie and I love it. 🙂
Hj Harding
Brilliant.
Simple Green Smoothies
Thanks, HJ! 🙂
Sophie
Thank you for video sharing your delicious loosing weight smoothie. I am sure it’s delicious I will try myself too.
Stay safe thank you
Sophie
Simple Green Smoothies
You're welcome, Sophie!
Donna Meir
Hello! I “just” had my second baby (7 months ago) and I am really struggling with my weight. I am also breastfeeding, which makes me super hungry ALL THE TIME. This smoothie looks delicious! Would you recommend using it as a meal, or as a snack? How many would you recommend having in one day? Thank you!
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Donna! First, congrats! 😀
It *is* a delicious smoothie and I would drink it as a snack. If you want to have it as a meal, add some chia seeds or other form of plant-based protein to make sure you are getting a complete meal. We just introduced our very own protein powder called Protein Smoothie Boost. You should check it out! (simplegreensmoothies.com/smoothie-boost)
Most folks drink one smoothie a day (usually with or for breakfast) but if you wanted to have a second one for lunch/dinner/afternoon snack, you can def do that! 🙂
Donna Meir
Thank you so much! I’m new to the smoothie game, so I’m very excited to try this out. Will be swapping cinnamon or the cayenne. Thanks again!
Simple Green Smoothies
You're very welcome!
E Sweeney
Ok great smoothie recipe! However, I am a Consultant Nutritionist (UK NHS) and can confirm that caffeine is a stimulant and can lead to heart palpitations, renal complications and so on which is not good for the body especially if we are talking about being healthy. So could the plants not be perfect on their own and we boost the energy(sugar)/fat burning mode by exercising instead??
Simple Green Smoothies
One serving of this smoothie contains 1/2 cup of green tea, and we love green tea for its wonderful antioxidant properties. The amount of caffeine in green tea is rather small compared to coffee or caffeinated soft drinks and because there is only 1/2 cup in this recipe, it's quite minimal. (Also, tea comes from plants 😉 ) If you would like to leave the green tea out, you can substitute filtered water or coconut water. And we are always proponents of exercise, as an active lifestyle + a plant-based diet go hand-in-hand.
Kayla
Would adding protein powder to smoothies be more beneficial?
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Kayla! It depends on what you're looking to get out of your smoothie and whether you're drinking it as a snack or a full meal. I might not add protein powder to this smoothie but that's really a personal preference and you certainly could add some.
*And* if you're looking for an awesome protein powder and haven't heard yet, we have a brand new protein powder that just went on sale last Tuesday! You def need to check it out: https://shop.simplegreensmoothies.com/pages/protein-smoothie-boost
Olivia A
I really like what I'm reading. I am a breast cancer survival of month now and looking for some healthy ways to loose weight. and this sounds so great n healthy. any more idea and advice for me?
Sarah (who's editing/amending my last comment)
I also make a double batch each time, so it's technically half an apple per serving, but yeah. Forgot to mention that.
Simple Green Smoothies
Thanks for clarifying!
Sarah
So, I'm new to the whole green smoothie (well, smoothies as meal supplements as a whole, honestly) and after coming across this and reading the reviews, thought I'd give it a try. Admittedly, I initially didn't like it at all. The celery left an awful after taste and I went on a hunt for things to add because I was determined to start drinking these daily.
After several weeks of trying plenty of different concoctions, I finally found that adding a honeycrisp apple, a few pieces of raw Cinnamon bark and some fennel seeds, it ended up tasting fantastic.
Thanks so much for posting all this information. It's been very informative and helpful. Over the course of the last year, I've lost roughly 60 lbs (I started at 224 lbs), but not exactly by healthy means. I barely ate and consumed tons of water while riding my bike roughly 5 miles a day almost every day. It's what led to a ton of hair loss and I'm still dealing with a slight case of anemia. Recently, I began looking for more healthy ways to boost my almost non existent metabolism and stumbled across this.
Here's hoping it helps, and thanks again!
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Sarah! Welcome and thank you for sharing your story. I hope this helps you also, as eating a plant-based diet of nutritious and whole foods is a much better method. 😉 I think your additions to this smoothie sound delicious and I may have to give it a try that way. The fennel seeds are a unique addition! Also, we have so many more delicious green smoothies recipes (and snacks + meals as well!), you should def give some of our other recipes a try. 🙂
Derrick
Five stars for sure!
Simple Green Smoothies
Thanks, Derrick! 😀
Tracy
Will it impact the benefits if I add Chia or hemp seeds?
Simple Green Smoothies
No, feel free to add one of those to boost your smoothie some more. 🙂
Navin
It taste amazing. I added half an avocado instead of the recommended amount.
Simple Green Smoothies
I bet that made it really creamy! I am always a fan of more avocado. 😀
Tish
Can all ingredients be frozen prior to adding green tea?
Simple Green Smoothies
Yes, they definitely can! Many of us love to prep smoothie packs ahead of time and freeze them until we are ready to blend. And you got it, freeze all ingredients except the liquid base. 🙂
Post Malone
Does the celery matter if put in or not? I don't like it.
Simple Green Smoothies
You can leave the celery out but doing so will change the effects of the smoothie a little bit. You can leave it out or sub cucumber.
Bucky Zanre
Does the grape fruit change the whole smoothie? (If not added)
Ty Pennington
Does the celery matter if it's not put in?
As a celebrity I don't really like celery.
Post Malone
Same
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Ty, you can leave the celery out but that will change the effects of the smoothie a little bit. If cucumber is a celebrity-approved vegetable, you could try using that instead. 😉
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Bucky. It will certainly change the flavor and, to an extent, the benefits of the smoothie. But if you can't eat or don't care for grapefruit, you can sub a large orange.
Dennis Jones
I would love to try this smoothie but i am allergic to avocado, can you suggest a substitute for it?
Simple Green Smoothies
You can use banana instead.
Dianne Roy
I am not a fan of tea, ( I don't drink tea at all). Are you able to exclude tea?
Simple Green Smoothies
Green tea provides steady energy and boosts the metabolism so if you leave it out, just know the results from drinking this smoothie will be a little different, but you can def sub filtered water or coconut water.
Peter
Thankyou.
Will this also help my diabetes?
Simple Green Smoothies
Peter, this question is best discussed with your health care provider and/or nutritionist. They can help you with your dietary needs best. 🙂
Clementine Collins
EXCELLENT INFO! Concise, short & to the Point! Will definitely try! Shopping for ingredients today! Thank You!! Blessings, Clementine.
Simple Green Smoothies
Thanks for the feedback, Clementine! Give the smoothie a try and let us know how you like it. 🙂
dion C robinson
Do you have to use grapefruit
Simple Green Smoothies
You can sub an orange for the grapefruit.
Ulises Alvarez
I’m a young man in my mid 20’s and I’ve been on this green smoothie now for about 4 week and let me tell you Im amazed ! I am a fat kid by heart, but I’m also a gym freak. I keep my same weight never going above or go down. Ever since I’ve been on this green monster of a smoothie I officially have control over my stomach! I’m no longer hungry at 8pm looking threw the fridge to see what I can attack lol
I’ve also lost some of muffin top witch is a big thing for me . With the right amount of nutrition and a great workout routine this smoothie will definitely help you shred that unwanted weight . Thank you And I will defiantly keep this smoothie for years to come !
Jen Hansard
Awww! Thanks for sharing your results Ulises. Finding a way to fuel your body is key and I love that you're combining this with a workout routine that makes you feel great. Cheers to your health and lifetime of green smoothies!
Simple Green Smoothies
That's great, Ulises! I'm really happy to read about your awesome success story. Keep up the great work and def check out our other plant-based recipes. If you love our green smoothies, I just know you're going to like some of our other delicious recipes. 😀
bert bunting
yes I need to lose a bit of weight from the belly so I need something that his quick and works I was thinking of carrots juicy
Jen Hansard
From my experience, sustainable weight loss around the belly comes from diet and exercise. You gotta build up those stomach muscles to burn fat and eat in a way that encourages that as well. This fat-burning smoothie recipe does that and so much more– it'll boost your immune system and give you energy. I hope you give it a chance. Especially over juicing carrots since that will leave you hungry and is just one food items— it's not a well rounded balanced meal that your body could really benefit from in the long run.
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Bert! I think you'd really like our Simple 7 Green Smoothie Challenge. It's seven tasty smoothies for seven days (one a day) using just seven simple ingredients. This can work as a great jumping-off point for your journey to eat healthier and in turn, losing some of the belly fat. Please check it out! (p.s. it's free 🙂 ) Copy + paste this into your browser: simplegreensmoothies.com/challenge
Melissa
Hi this says serves two and serving size is 16 oz, so does this mean this recipe makes 32 oz? Is the calorie amount then doubled if you drink the entire recipe?
Jen Hansard
Hey Melissa— we recently adjusted the recipe card to make one serving (instead of 2) and forgot to change it on the nutrition panel. Thanks for the heads up. So yes— this recipe males 16 ounces and that is one serving.
Melissa
Thank you!! I’ve been drinking and enjoying this smoothie for a week now. My toddler “helps” me make it and gets a little cup of it before I add the matcha powder, he loves it too!
Eva
I don’t have mint leaves is that fine?
Simple Green Smoothies
Yes, if you don't have mint that's def ok. If you have parsley, you could add some of that but if you don't have access to either right now, it's alright!
Kirst
Hi, can we have this as a breakfast or after a work out instead? I cant wait to try it thankyou
Simple Green Smoothies
You can drink this smoothie any time of the day that works for you. 🙂
Lily
Is there an alternative to avocado? Thanks
Simple Green Smoothies
You can sub banana for avocado. 🙂
Amaris
I have been searching for all sorts of recipes that help with weight loss, but none of them work. If i try this smoothie, will it help me loose weight?
Simple Green Smoothies
Hey Amaris, this is a fat burning smoothie so it will do what it says. As far as helping you lose weight, I really can't say. This is something you may want to speak with your healthcare provider and/or a nutritionist about. 🙂
Lagail
I've added this to my home screen
I'm feeling all of this information...lol
Thx
Keep it coming
Simple Green Smoothies
Thanks Lagail, we will! 🙂