I believe that any time is a great time for a smoothie, especially when you're trying to turn it into a meal replacement. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, snack, post workout fuel, late night munchies, etc— you name it! Our bodies have some vicious cravings (and also need) vitamins and minerals all day long. Leafy greens and fresh fruit in a blended smoothie always makes for a great option. I use the meal replacement smoothie recipe below to power my day with whole foods and plant protein, and now you can too!
Yet at certain times of day, our body needs different things to thrive. Let's take actual meals, like breakfast, lunch and dinner. These meals are super important— and can be easily swapped for a green smoothie. You just have to know the right way to do it, which we talk about below.
Health Benefits of a Meal Replacement Smoothies
A smoothie can be a meal replacement if using the correct ingredients. I drink meal replacement smoothies for breakfast or lunch most days. Sometimes it's because I'm in a hurry and just want to down something asap. Other times it's because I'm trying to slim down (usually after vacation). Swapping a meal with a smoothie can benefit you in these ways:
- You'll be more energized thanks to all the fresh, raw ingredients
- They're super quick to make and drink
- You're hydrating your body
- Less bloating than usual when eating a meal
- It'll help with weight loss
How to Turn a Smoothie into a Meal
The key to replacing meals with smoothies is including healthy fats AND proteins. Healthy fats and proteins are the way to go if you want to power up with a green smoothie meal replacement. This combo will keep you feeling full and give you the energy you need to cruise right through 'til your next snack or meal. Below are our favorite options for smoothie meal replacement boosters:
Pick a Plant-Based Protein
Plant-based proteins keep your body full and give you tons of energy. They also help repair your muscles, which is perfect for that post-workout buzz. Oh, kale to the yeah!
- Hemp hearts
- Chia seeds
- Plant-based protein powder
- Rolled oats
- Tofu
Pick a Healthy Fat
Healthy fats protect your heart, keep your energy levels up, boost metabolism, and lower bad cholesterol levels. So please don't skip the fats. They're actually really, really good for you! And the ingredients below make your green smoothies extra creamy.
- Avocado
- Coconut oil (or mct oil)
- Almond butter
- Chia seeds (yep, here they are again! These babies are loaded with healthy fats and protein, making them a great everyday booster)
Examples of Meal Replacement Add-Ins
Smoothies can be the perfect fast food by adding healthy fats and plant-based protein. Use one of these meal replacement booster combos in your next green smoothie. The boosts are measured to work with all 250+ of our smoothie recipes.
- 2 tbs chia seeds + 2oz silken tofu
- 2 tbs hemp hearts + ¼ avocado
- 2 tbs plant-based protein powder + 1 tbs coconut oil
- 1 tbs almond butter + 2 tbs rolled oats
- 2 tbs chia seeds + 1 tbs coconut oil
Meal Replacement Smoothie FAQs
Any time is the right time for a smoothie! Personally, we love drinking ours in the morning for a great start to the day. But besides drinking a smoothie as breakfast, lots of rawkstars drink their smoothie for lunch or dinner, as an afternoon snack, or as a healthy dessert.
In case you’re planning on having your smoothie in the evening--most of our smoothies provide a great energy boost similar to a cup of coffee. So if you're looking for a pre-bedtime green smoothie recipe, we've got you covered: Sleep Well Smoothie.
The MOST important thing when blending any meal replacement smoothie recipe is to include healthy fats AND proteins. This combo will keep you feeling full and give you the energy you need to cruise right through ’til your next meal or snack.
If you swap out a meal (or two) each day with a smoothie, there's a good chance you'll lose weight and also have more energy. This is due to the increased nutrition and decrease in overall calories. What's even better than a smoothie is a green smoothie. When you add in leafy greens you're adding fiber and phytonutrients... yet very few calories. My smoothies recipes are made with nutrient dense foods that curb cravings and keep you full longer.
I have a Plant-Based Cleanse that includes two smoothies a day, plus snacks and meals to help you lose weight, yet more importantly understand how to nourish your body so the weight falls off without ever feeling hungry.
Meal Replacement Smoothie
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- 1 cup kale (or spinach)
- 1 cup almond milk (unsweetened)
- 1 cup blueberries (frozen)
- 1 banana
- 1 tablespoon almond butter (or raw almonds)
- 2 tablespoon rolled oats
- 1 serving Protein Smoothie Boost (optional)
Instructions
- Blend kale and almond milk until smooth in a high speed blender.
- Add remaining ingredients, and blend until smooth.
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Notes
- Use a frozen fruit to make smoothie cold
- Swap out almond milk for any non-dairy milk you prefer
- Protein Smoothie Boost is what I use for my meal replacement smoothies
Nutrition (estimated)
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Traci
Loved the color of this! And I have never used almonds and oats in a smoothie so that was a cool change! I will definitely make this one again!
Bonnie C.
I would like to try this again, perhaps using oat milk instead of almond milk. The almond milk and the almond butter combo was too almond-y for my taste but I don't think it is the fault of the smoothie, like the other reviewers have said, personal taste really can affect what we think of each recipe.
Patty K
The recipe in the 10 challenge was a little different than this recipe. I used whole almonds but I see this recipe uses Almond butter. Will definitely try again using the almond butter to see if that changes the grittiness from the whole almonds I used.
Rose Herrera
I didn’t expect to like this as much as I did but it was tastes without being too sweet and filling but not too thick. Will do again.
Brian
Good thick smoothie. First time trying blueberries. Made a great snack.
Billie
This one is my favorite so far! I Love that it is a meal replacement smoothie, I am going to make it again in the morning for breakfast. I subbed the banana with pineapple and it was delicious, just the right amount of sweetness.
Margie
I felt like this smoothie was soothing. It had a nice subtle almond flavor. I loved it.
Crystal Rose
Toddler approved. He finished all of it! As he was sipping it down he was saying, “Yum, yum, yummm.”
-5 stars, a very pleased mom.
-we used oats that we rolled/pressed ourselves and a dash of vanilla for aromatics. This was a very tasty smoothie!
Rhonda Hadnot
I actually really liked this smoothie, especially as a meal replacement. I added avocado and hemp seeds and I wasn’t sure if it was the oats or the avocado that made it extra thick, but it was good. The blueberries added a light flavor to the smoothie. Would definitely make again
nicole moody
I did not really like this smoothie, even though I only used fresh and frozen products it tasted artificial for some reason.
Maureen Kajzer
I followed the recipe and I had read somewhere about soaking the almonds, so I did that as well for about 90 minutes. I like it, but don't love it. I probably should have gotten more ripe bananas because I don't care for the taste unripe bananas give smoothies, pretty much overpowering. So, next time I will use a more ripe banana and will probably try using almond butter rather than almonds (not sure why I didn't think about that as I have almond butter here already and I'm guessing I will like it much better. Definitely a beautiful purple color from the blueberries!
Bridgette
Blueberry is my usual “go to” smoothie, so I really enjoyed this recipe! I used almond butter instead of raw almonds.
Kathy Kingcaid
For me today smoothie was not good at all I was afraid that I would not be able to drink it. But, I added lime to the mix and it was perfect. The line brought out the flavors and it was wonderful. For that reason I’m only giving this particular one a two star because it was almost inedible.
HB
I think this may be my favorite so far. None of the flavors screamed at me but seemed a subtle blend tasting of almond, banana and blueberry. As before I did not taste the spinach or the oats. This one did not seem to make as much smoothie as the two previous.
The test will be how long before I'm hungry.
Carol Long
Very filling, will definitely make again!
Kaleigh Fougere
This one had me full and was so yummy!
Wendy Pegues
Today's Blueberry Smoothie Was Quite Filling And Creamy. The Banana Added Just The Right Amount Of Sweet For Me. I Loved The Beautiful Rich Purple Color
Latricia Jethrow
I really wanted to like the smoothie but I couldn’t because it was way to think. It really didn’t tasteful so I poured it down the drain:(.
DC
Left out the star rating...my bad
DC
Not bad but again not a favorite. It is not a flavor I enjoyed
Dawn O'Regan
This was really good. Mine didn't look that pretty blue purple, but filled me up.
Cynthia Cusick
So glad I got your SGS Boost in time. It has definitely helped to fill me up. Love blueberries and almonds so this was terrific!
Ruth S
Blueberries are on the top of my list for smoothie ingredients. Delicious!
Rochelle Brumfield
Day three, Yeah!!!, Pretty good, clean tasting . I thought it was great !
Val
This smoothie is a bit thicker, perhaps because of the rolled oats, but still tasty! It’s not as sweet, perhaps because if that, as well as the raw almonds and spinach, but it’s still satisfying! I would definitely make it again! I love all of the nutrients!
Angela
Not a fan of Day 3 Blueberry smoothie. I used almonds instead of almond butter and 1/2 banana. It was a little bland.
Kathy Lee
This smoothie is pretty good. Seemed like it was a little "flat" I was short half a banana so that could have contributed. I always make 2 servings as my daughter wants to join in with me. I added some pomegranate so that may have contributed to the taste, now that I think of it!
Stephanie P
I love this hearty blueberry smoothie, made for a delicious lunch. I might love even more all the tips on this recipe page, because I often drink smoothies for lunch and they need to be filling enough to carry me through dinner. I even ate dinner an hour later than usual and wasn’t hangry!
Jackie
I will have to try this smoothie one more time. I made it this morning for breakfast. I shouldn’t have added the whole cup of almond milk because it was way to watery. Since I like my smoothies thick, I added ice but that really diluted the flavor. Next time, I will keep adding a little bit of almond milk until I get it to the right consistency.
Joy Baltimore
I’m really surprised that I didn’t taste the spinach in the smoothie. Truly something to consider as a meal replacement.
Karen Terry
I had this for an early lunch and it is now almost 5pm and I am not hungry at all. This tasted great. My frozen organic blueberries were really flavorful. I do not have the protein powder so I added chia, flax and hemp seeds. This is one I will make again!
Pam L
Day 3 Smoothie
I didn’t have any almond butter so I used ‘just peanuts’. My oats are flaked instead of rolled. I will give it a second try when I get the proper recipe ingredients. Hopefully, I will find it better. I did add 4 frozen cherries to increase the flavour.My regular favourite smoothie includes 3 dates, 1 banana, 2 generous tbsp of peanut butter, almond milk and a scoop of chocolate protein smoothie powder - delicious.
Kenyetta C.
I enjoyed this smoothie and it was a good meal replacement for dinner that I would have probably skipped due to a long day.
Beth Anthon
I really like this one I will definitely make this one again.
Amanda
This is the first smoothie I’ve made with rolled oats; I was surprised how creamy the texture remained. I also really liked the flavor the almond butter gave it.
Emily
I liked this smoothie very much. I added some ground flax seed (just because I had it and I thought it would compliment the ingredients.) I love all smoothies that taste like a healthy milkshake. I would make this one again.
Sonja Rode
so easy, and so delicious!
Karen Kyain
We think it needs a little bit of sourness so we put a dash of lime and was prefect then.
Esther
This smoothie was delicious! Very filling. I wasn’t hungry all morning and wasn’t starving by lunch at 1:00.
Cesanee
Filling and taste okay.
Erin
Not only do I really appreciate this recipe, I appreciate the suggestions of how to add plant based proteins, fats, and other was to sustain your hungry with this meal replacement smoothie. Cannot wait to try these other combinations.
Ana
Did not enjoy this smoothie. I tasted the oats and I didn't drink it right away so when I went to drink it it was thick.
Danielle
Nice, filling smoothie. I also added some chia and flaxseed. Was fantastic for lunch today.
Suellyn
This kept me filled up until lunch today. I loved the combination of flavors in this with the oats giving it another nutritional boost.
Jane Halleran
I liked this smoothie. It works great as a meal replacement and tasted delicious!
Laura Orlowski
I loved this smoothie. I used oat milk. And a vegan protein powder. And I just love the color!
Sandra
I blew it on this one by not adding the rolled oats and almond butter. The flavor was fine but I was hungry an hour later… I'll give it another try with the rolled oats and almond butter I did add two scoops of protein powder to 16 oz almond milk unsweetened, the Orgain brand, and it was way way too sweet. My fault I'll try it again next week!` Giving a 5 star in anticipation!
Kellie
Really liked, but I love blueberries
Susan
Really like this one. Love blueberries
Ron
It is 3:30 pm and I just had my day 3 smoothie. I kind of had to laugh at myself because as a kid I only liked a couple of vegetables, i.e., corn, peas, and string beans, occasionally. I'm sure my system is in shock! Now it doesn't have any idea of what great concoction might be headed its' way tomorrow.
Kris M.
Pretty good. I can definitely taste the tablespoon of almonds (and I didn't use almond milk). Happy with the half banana. Next time I might add more blueberries. Glad to try a smoothie recipe with rolled oats (a first for me). Thanks for the recipe!
Stacy
Another delish & easy smoothie for Day 3. Made with smoothie pack of kale / celery / apple / spinach / pineapple, a banana, blueberries, almond milk & a couple of almonds.
Kate D.
Used oat milk since that’s what I had and it was delicious. Kept me full until lunch too!
Debra Dipple
Not a fan of the day 3 smoothie.
Not much flavor.
Kate
It was really good
L. Williams
This was another delicious smoothie but I ended up hungry again sooner than expected. I didn't have the Protein Smoothie Boost; I have a sensitivity to flax. I added chia seeds. Next time, I will add other protein options.
Allie S
Flavor is great but oats and almonds are a bit chunky if you don’t have a really good blender. Smoothie came out a bit closer to portage than drink.
Leah Wilson
This smoothie definitely will keep you full! I substituted the almond milk for rice milk and it was yummy. I was full all morning.
Paula
Great smoothie. I added some seeds but forgot the almonds, which I’m sure would make it taste even better.
Karen Sturtz
OK - I reviewed the recipe and realised I missed the almonds! I think this would have improved the taste for me.. Maybe the blueberries weren't flavourful - they were fresh that I'd had in the fridge for a few days - so maybe not the best either.. I'd try again - but it was a little bland for me..
Jan Jack
This is especially good! I enjoy the meal replacement smoothie recipes the most. Will be making this often!
Debby
Loved it , so creamy ! Has sustained me all afternoon. I added hemp and avocado. My fav so far!
Terry
This smoothie was different than I expected. It was filling, but my smoothie came out a little too watery and was a very dark unappetizing color. It may not have been the blueberries that I used. In terms of the taste, it was good. I enjoyed the natural sweetness.
teresa zawitkowska
Love it!
Jennifer Leinhos
I LOVE this smoothie! The flavors of the blueberries and almonds was very satisfying. I didn’t think it would work, but boy, was I wrong. This is a keeper.
Yvonne
Enjoyed this very filling will be my go to shake for meal replacement. Day 3 we rocking!!!
Sharon V
I loved this smoothie! I rarely put blueberries or oatmeal in my smoothie so this was an unexpected treat. I will definitely make again!
Mickey
This smoothie was very tasty and filling! It wasn't as thick as the last two smoothies in the challenge but it had a creaminess that gave it substance.
Linda Bailey
Steel cut oats maybe made it stronger not sure was ok!
Robert Eads
Thourly enjoyed. Tasts great and added 1 oz. of virgin olive oil plus China seeds. Will be adding to my weekly plan.
Janet
Wow! this one was a belly full
Carolyn Butt
Thought this was really delicious .. added collagen ipo protein powder
Elizabeth Touhey
This smoothie was very tasty. Next time I will add more oats to keep me full longer though.
Carrie
Love this smoothie. I was surprised how good the almonds tasted in it.
Kevin
A bit bland. I liked the idea of adding oats. I added organic peanut butter to give it some taste.
Auni Olmos
Loved the addition of almond milk and butter, very tasty!
Tiphanie
This was good, but not my favorite. I added organic spirulina, and I’m not sure how much that affected the taste.
Sandra S
I didn't care for the taste or the texture of the meal replacement smoothie.
Ivory Marie Yoder
Don't let the color put you off. It is incredibly dark. I am a tubie and thought I would be fighting the texture to get it through the tubes, but I did not have to fight it at all (I was relieved). If you have reservations about odd colors, probably don't start with this one. It is a very filling smoothie.
Erik
Another Great smoothie. I was so surprised with how the almonds and oats didn't give this a bad texture! So filling!
Rem
This was a great smoothie with just a hint of sweetness from the banana.
Suzanne Attig
The recipe in the 10 Day Challenge packet was slightly different: 1 cup of spinach (instead of kale; I prefer spinach anyway); only 1/2 a banana; 1 tablespoon of almonds (instead of almond butter, both of which I have plenty of); and no protein boost, optional or otherwise. It was so delicious that I had to make a second serving for my smoothie buddy (my husband's caregiver, who has to get my husband up in the morning), who loves smoothies and uses them to start his day.
We both loved this smoothie and plan to add it to our smoothie menu!
Donna
I start every morning off with pure celery juice. I use the smoothie recipes as meal replacements. I've been using BioTrust protein powder, but today I received my order of Simple Green protein boost. I'll look forward to trying that tomorrow. Today's smoothie with spinach, blueberries, banana and other ingredients was very good. I also signed up for a juice challenge with Joe Cross which happened to start the same day. I have my juice drink in mid afternoon. I haven't been hungry at all since starting the challenges. Please put Joe Cross in your prayers as he found out Monday that he has Covid. He has symptoms, but he's hoping to be over it soon.
Judy
This was really tasty, I love not adding extra sugars!
Janet Thorlton
Delicious!!! Thank you for this great recipe!
Peggy McManus
Very light and tasty blueberry smoothie!
Mary Jo
Loved the blueberry smoothie and the recommendations for meal replacement options...waiting to drink my second smoothie of the day!
Beth
I got my protein powder just in time for todays meal replacement!
I’ll be keeping this one in my rotation regularly.
Karen
So-so. I used a frozen half banana instead of a fresh one, so maybe that's what made it so thick that I had to use a spoon.
Rosetta Lee
Day 3. I love this Smoothie. It's filling and delicious. The Spinach is a wonderful addition of greens. I will add this one to my go-to Smoothie list.
Elizabeth
Delicious. I really like it.
Kelsey Bailey
My new favorite smoothie. What’s wild is that I am not a huge fan of almonds! This is absolutely delicious though.
Angela B
This is delicious and SO filling! I substituted cherries for the blueberries as I’m unfortunately allergic to blueberries. I’m guessing cherries brought up the calorie and sugar content, but I enjoyed it
Deb
Loved this smoothie and such healthy ingredients!
Janelle
My son loved it! He kept saying how creamy it was. I think I would of preferred it with water. Beautiful color!
Tammy Wiener
I'm giving this 4 stats because it wasn't as filling for me for some reason . It has alot of calories too . Kinda weird I thought it would hold me til lunch . Maybe it's just me .
It was thick like pudding . I think I added too many greens because it wasn't purple .
Judy T
Very good, husband tried it also and liked! Meal replacement was very tasty and filling
Jennie Hawes
Satisfying and filling smoothie. Perfect for post-workout!
CarolShalah
Oh yum! Super creamy, perfectly, but not overly sweet. Def my fav so far.
Teri
I shopped for and used the recipe for the meal replacement smoothie noted in the 1/5/22 email which is different than the kale recipe in today’s meal replacement smoothie. The recipe I used called for spinach instead of kale and had other different ingredients too. The smoothie was ok but not as tasty as the Day 2 smoothie for me. It was easy and refreshing.
Christy Serafini
I have used the protein burst in all my smoothies This is one of my favorites. Kept me full long past my last meal!
Marci
Delicous!
Temara
This smoothie was thick and filling!
Diane Perko
Personally not a fan of this one. It did keep me full throughout the morning but not super happy with the combination of ingredients. Less banana/more blueberry?