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Let’s be honest: some mornings you’re lucky if you remember to put on deodorant, let alone whip up a fresh and nourishing green smoothie from scratch. That’s why frozen meal prep smoothie packs are my secret weapon. I’m talking about prepped, stored in the freezer, ready-to-blend smoothies to save your time, sanity, and sad spinach from dying a slow death in your fridge.
If you love smoothies but hate daily messes, wasted produce, or chopping pineapple at 7am (who doesn’t?), follow along. Your future self is gonna love you for this!
Benefits of Meal Prep Smoothies
Smoothie prep doesn’t have to be complicated or chaotic. All you need are a few tools—measuring cups, wide-mouth mason jars or freezer bags, a Sharpie, your favorite fruits and greens, and a handful of go-to smoothie recipes. Stick with a few tasty recipes with overlapping ingredients so you’re not buying out the entire produce aisle. Cut your mango into chunks (frozen mango or pineapple works great), and label each jar or bag with the recipe name and what liquid to add later—because let’s be real, you won’t remember.
- Smoothie prep packs save you a ton of time. No more chopping, measuring, or searching your fridge for ingredients every morning—just grab a pack, blend, and go. It makes busy mornings feel way more manageable.
- They also help you save money. When you prep in bulk, you can buy produce in larger quantities (especially at places like Costco or Sam’s Club) and use it before it goes bad. That means less food waste and more bang for your buck.
- Freezing ingredients also keeps produce from spoiling, especially those leafy greens or delicate fruits that always seem to wilt before you get to them. Smoothie packs help cut down on food waste significantly.
- They reduce decision fatigue, too. You don’t have to think about what to make each day or worry about having all the ingredients on hand. Just grab, blend, and you’re good to go.
- And finally, they make it easier to stick with healthy habits. When something is convenient, you’re more likely to follow through. Smoothie prep packs take away the excuses and make consistency a whole lot easier.
Recipes for Frozen Smoothie Packs
Decide which recipes you’ll make for the week and have them on hand. I’ve included 7 green smoothie recipes I recommend starting with below— and I’ve even made you a grocery list. If you don’t just want green smoothies, check out the Smoothie Challenge recipes and grocery list to smoothie prep the rainbow.
Frozen Meal Prep Smoothie Packs
Ingredients
- 5 cups spinach
- 2 cups kale
- 3 bananas
- 3 oranges
- 2 cups mango
- 2 ½ cups pineapple
- 2 cups strawberries
Instructions
- Slice or cut fruit into chunks. You can also cut fruit into smaller pieces and freeze ahead of time on lined baking sheets or use packaged frozen fruit. This will help keep the fruit and leafy greens from freezing together in a large clump and the smoothies will blend more easily.
- Label bag and jar lids with recipe name and date. Be specific. You might also want to include how much of which liquid you will need to add before blending since we do NOT add liquid to smoothie packs.
- Measure out the ingredients and pack into jars or bags.
- Remove as much air as possible from bags and jars when sealing closed. Pack fruit and greens tightly into the jars and screw on the lids.
- Place in freezer. Don't pack too tightly together. There should be some air circulation to help the contents to freeze quickly.
When ready to use
- Remove smoothie pack from freezer. Add liquid to container or bag (which helps defrost the fruit slightly). You can also thaw for a few minutes on the counter or in warm water. The fruit and greens will come out of the jar/bag easier too.
- Pour into blender and blend until smooth.
Equipment
- freezer
- measuring cups
- quart sized jars or bags
- permanent marker
Video
Notes
- Smoothie packs will keep for several months in the freezer but are the very best quality when used within 2-4 weeks.
- This sample prep guide uses naturally sweeter fruits. To lower the natural sugar in a smoothie, swap 1 banana with 1/2 an avocado.
- Store smoothie packs away from foods with strong odors. Glass jars offer the best protection against odors.
- Pick smoothie recipes with similar ingredients for bulk purchasing and to save money.
Nutrition
Make-Ahead Smoothie Tips
I don’t love spending my weekends in the kitchen. I’d rather be outside, yet I also know when I don’t prep my smoothies, I either skip them completely or end up with a waffle in the toaster… or driving through Starbucks for an overpriced breakfast. That’s why I swear by smoothie prep. It’s one big mess, one time—and then the rest of the week, I’ve got delicious, nourishing smoothies ready to go with zero chaos. Total game-changer. Here’s how to make it even easier:
- Buy frozen if you hate chopping. I get frozen pineapple, blueberries, strawberries and mango at Costco and never look back.
- Label your jars. Future you will not remember if it’s “Mango Spinach Smoothie” or “Best Green Smoothie.”
- Set a time that works for you. Don’t stress if it’s not Sunday. Monday night, Friday morning, whatever—just pick a window and roll with it.
- Batch it like a boss. Make a week or a month of smoothie packs at one time. Trust me—you’ll never regret having a freezer full of grab-and-blend options when life gets chaotic.
Costco Frozen Smoothie Packs Demo
If you’ve got freezer space and want to save money, watch my video below making 36 frozen smoothie packs for $48 using Costco produce. Watch it if you want to see exactly how I made a month of smoothies with a $50 Costco haul, using mostly organic ingredients. This is a smart way to stock your freezer, save money, and never skip your daily smoothie again. Here’s the bulk grocery list to do this:
- Organic Power Greens: $5.99 (24 oz)
- Organic Spinach: $3.89 (32 oz)
- Oranges: $13.99 for 24 (needed 20)
- Organic Bananas: $1.99 for 8 bananas
- Frozen Pineapple: $7.99 (80 oz bag)
- Fresh Mangoes: $4.49 for 6
- Organic Frozen Strawberries: $9.99 (64 oz)
How to Use Frozen Smoothie Packs
When you’re ready to use your meal prep smoothie pack, remove from freezer. Add liquid base to container or bag (which helps defrost the fruit slightly). You can also thaw for a few minutes on the counter or in fridge overnight. This helps the fruit and veggies come out of the container more easily. Pour into a high-speed blender for smoothies and blend until smooth.
Common Questions
Smoothie packs can last up to 3 months in the freezer when stored properly in airtight bags or containers. For best taste and texture, aim to use them within 4–6 weeks.
Yes! You can add things like chia seeds, cashews, flax, spirulina, or protein powder directly to the pack. Just be sure to label it so you know what’s already in there.
Not necessarily. You can blend smoothie packs straight from frozen if you have a high-speed blender. Otherwise, let the pack sit out for 5–10 minutes or run it under warm water to loosen it up.
Wide-mouth mason jars and quart-size freezer-safe bags (silicone or Ziplock) work great. Bags save space, while jars are reusable and eco-friendly—pick what fits your lifestyle (and freezer).
Freezing smoothie ingredients helps preserve nutrients, especially compared to letting produce sit in the fridge for too long. While there may be a tiny loss, it’s minimal—and way better than tossing wilted greens.
Thank you for the tips of freezing the veges and fruits in jars and prepare a bunch in advance!
Not only will this makes it easier to blend (which I do every day already), it helps save some veges that would otherwise go bad.
Brand new smoothie gal here…Thanks for the awesome tips! I am so excited I found this awesome team!
Hi Lenee,
YAY! We’re so excited you found us in this busy digital world! Reach out with any questions!
Upon opening my first article from you smoothie queens, it showed me how simple it is prepare 4 smoothies in advance, rather than just one. Simple, but effective.
tx. tips
Rawk on, M.C.!!
Can the green smoothie help you lose weight
Hi Kimone,
While our number one goal here isn’t weight loss, it can be a happy accident. Our co-founder Jadah met her weight loss goals by replacing one meal with a green smoothie. Learn more about her story here…
https://simplegreensmoothies.com/about
You can replace up to two meals with a green smoothie. We suggest adding protein + healthy fats to ensure you’re fueling your body with a complete meal. Learn more about our favorite meal replacement booster combos here…
https://simplegreensmoothies.com/meal-replacement-smoothie
Are all the smoothie recipes considered raw food smoothies? Can any of the recipes be juiced as well?
Hi Dru,
We’re all about blendin’ here at Simple Green Smoothies, but don’t hesitate to juice these as well! Learn more about the difference between juicing and blending here…
https://simplegreensmoothies.com/juicer-vs-blender
Sooo excited to start the October challenge! 😀
Hope that the ingredients are not hard to find! I live in the Philippines and so we have more of the tropical fruits unlike berries, etc.
Hi Anna,
We’re so excited to have you join us! Worried about finding ingredients where you are. Don’t be! Our recipes are here to inspire you, so please don’t feel like you need to follow them to a T. Swap in ingredients you love or check out our Rawkstar Substitution Guide for suggestions.
https://simplegreensmoothies.com/substitution-guide
p.s. We also love reaching for frozen fruits when our favorites are out of season!
I have just signed up for the 30day Green smoothie challenge coming up in October of which I’m excited as this will be my first. I don’t have enough time to prep this in the morning hence I need to find out if I can replace this which my evening meal?
Hi Kumijani,
No time to prep in the morning? No worries! You can enjoy your smoothie at any time of day. Just an FYI, our recipes give you a great energy boost, similar to a cup of coffee, in case you’re planning on enjoying yours late at night.
Still want your smoothie in the morning? You can blend your smoothie the night before! Our recipes will keep in your refrigerator in an airtight container for up to two days. Adding a little bit of lemon juice will help preserve all of their green goodness. Just give your smoothie a quick shake in the morning and enjoy.
Hope this helps! Can’t wait for October 1st! Make sure and check in with us on social media throughout the challenge!
Hi! I have been making green smoothies for breakfast but they don’t fill me up as much and I think it might be because I don’t add much protein or fats. I usually add one tbps of chia seeds and one or two of flax meal, and occasionally one of almond butter if I don’t do flax meal. I recently stopped adding almond butter because I was concerned it was too much fat. Is there a way to figure out how much fat and protein is recommended if we’re using the green smoothie as a meal replacement?
Hi Nanllel,
Check out our favorite meal replacement booster combos to help fuel your body + keep your stomach full + satisfied!
https://simplegreensmoothies.com/meal-replacement-smoothie
You can also have a protein packed snack along side your smoothie like a handful of almonds or hard boiled egg.
Cheers!
I am on day 6 and loving it. At 54 I might have actually found something that works for me.
I have diabetes and a few stents so eating healthy is something I need to learn and so far this has worked the best. I am not struggling to keep up with it. I felt so good the first time I drank it.
My son in law and daughter got me a Ninja for Christmas and I tried other smoothies and that lasted a day or so. I could not stand the taste, but simple green is fabulous! Thank you so much.
Hi Jerri,
Welcome! We’re so excited to have you blendin’ with us! Cheers to health, happiness + leafy greens!!
This may sound silly but can you store prep items in a glass jar in the freezer?
Hi Thonia,
Not a silly question at all! We suggest ensuring your jars are freezer safe prior to prepping. Not sure? You can also use sandwich bags like Ziploc.
I just found out (@ 35 years old) that you can make vegetable smoothies taste good! And now I find you have already sped up and simplified what I was going to do next…thanks for the help. Now that I can make these things taste DESIREABLE to me I can drink these in place of whole meals and never get that “still hungry” feeling!
My choice of seasoning is usually copious amounts of worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, pepper, and garlic, but I’m a guy so that’s how I season everything I eat. 😛
Hi Bryan,
We’re so happy we can help make adding green smoothies to your diet simple + easy! Using your green smoothie as a meal replacement? We suggest adding protein + healthy fats to ensure you’re fueling your body with a complete meal. Learn more about our favorite meal replacement booster combos here…
https://simplegreensmoothies.com/meal-replacement-smoothie
Cheers!
Can’t wait to get started, is store bought frozen fruit okay to use?
Hi Theodora,
Of course! We actually suggest blending with at least one frozen fruit to ensure your green smoothie is chilled to perfection.
And using frozen fruit when prepping your green smoothie ensures nothing sticks together, and that it pours perfectly into your blender.
Cheers!
Hi, i have a question can we add oatmeal to the smoothies? Also,is this a meal or you can have this with a meal… Am so excited!
Hi Sara!
Thanks so much for reaching out! You can absolutely use oatmeal in your smoothies :). If you’re using your smoothie as a meal replacement, we recommend adding some healthy fat + protein (oatmeal + almond butter is one of our fav combos!). Here are some other healthy fat + protein options you may enjoy :).
https://simplegreensmoothies.com/meal-replacement-smoothie
So I’m only supposed to make one serving for myself? I’ve been making the full recipe! I should probably be halving the recipe, right?
If you make the whole recipe, divide it in half breakfast and the other one for lunch later or your breakfast for the following day.
Hi Marlee!
Totally up to you :). We consider one serving to be 2 cups or 16oz, and the majority of our recipes make between 4-5 cups. If you’re blendin’ solo, there are a couple options. You can absolutely halve the recipe if that works best for you, or you can store the second serving in an airtight container in the fridge (for up to two days) or the freezer. The second serving is great for an afternoon snack later in the day, or can be used for breakfast the following morning!
Hope that helps!
I want to do the 30 day challenge. During this time would I only have a smoothie in the morning or do I only have smoothies through the day?
Hi Debbie!
Thanks for reaching out! Our goal for the 30-Day Challenge is to have you drink one serving of green smoothie (2 cups or 16oz) everyday for 30 days. Some of our community members prefer to have their green smoothie for breakfast, while others have like have theirs later in the day (for lunch, an afternoon snack, or even dinner!). We are all about making this challenge work for you :).
Hope that helps! Cheers!
Hi,
I really want to make this part of my daily routine as I try to start my new way of taking better care of myself through this challenge and working out. I have a question regarding the 30 day, can I do this program doing the smoothies for breakfast, lunch and dinner? Or is this not a good idea?
Hi Carmen,
Looking to use your green smoothie as a meal replacement? You can replace up to two meals. We do suggest adding protein + healthy fats to ensure you’re fueling your body with a complete meal. Learn more about our favorite meal replacement booster combos here…
https://simplegreensmoothies.com/meal-replacement-smoothie
This will be a new adventure for me – making things ahead. It will take some discipline for sure!
Hi Maryann!
Thanks for reaching out! So happy to have you join us :). It does take some discipline while you’re getting into the habit of prepping your smoothies ahead of time, but once you get into the swing of things, it’s easy peasy!
Cheers + Happy Blendin’!