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Berry season has my whole family a little obsessed. We go through pints of berries in a single sitting, they’re our go-to road trip snack, and they’re pretty much always the star of my smoothies. But once berry season wraps up, I don’t stop making berry smoothies — I just switch to bags of frozen mixed berries from the freezer aisle.
That’s really what this Mixed Berry Smoothie recipe is about! Here’s a few things set it apart from the rest:
- Fresh or frozen: swap in whatever berries you’ve got and it tastes just as good
- Zero added sweeteners (no honey, no juice): the berries and banana bring all the sweetness on their own
- A full cup of spinach: real veggies, zero “green” taste
Mixed Berry Smoothie Ingredients
- Mixed berries: Grab a bag of frozen mixed berries or a fresh pre-cut container at the store — most blends include strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries. They’re naturally sweet, so this smoothie needs zero added sugar, and they’re one of the best antioxidant-rich fruits you can add to your day.
- Banana: This is what makes the smoothie creamy without a drop of dairy. It adds natural sweetness, potassium, and a smooth, milkshake-like texture. If your bananas are getting ripe, chop and freeze them so you always have some ready for smoothie day.
- Spinach: A full cup blends in completely smooth and undetectable once the berries take over. It adds fiber, which helps your body process the natural sugars in the fruit for long-lasting energy instead of a sugar crash.
- Water: Keeps things light and lets the berry flavor lead. Swap in your favorite non-dairy milk if you want something a little creamier.
Recipe Tips
- Buy the bag. Whether it’s the frozen mixed berry blend or the pre-washed fresh container at the store, skip the step of sorting and prepping individual berries — it’s the easiest way to make this a regular part of your week.
- Balance matters. Following a simple ratio of greens, fruit, and liquid gives you a smooth, great-tasting blend every time. Toss ingredients in at random and you risk a bitter or watery smoothie.
- Prep ahead. Portion your spinach, berries, and banana into freezer bags in advance using a smoothie meal-prep method, so it’s a true grab-and-blend on busy mornings.
How to Make Mixed Berry Smoothie
This mixed berry smoothie comes together in 5 minutes flat, with no added sweeteners and no dairy.
- Blend the spinach first. Start with your spinach and water in the blender, beginning on low speed and working up to high. Blend until every leafy chunk disappears — this is what keeps the finished smoothie from tasting green.
- Add your berries and banana. Stop blending, add your mixed berries and banana, then blend again. Since berries have seeds, give it a little extra time to break them down. If you don’t have a high-powered blender for smoothies, you may still notice a few seeds — pouring the finished smoothie through a sieve solves that easily.
- Pour and enjoy. That’s it. If you used fresh berries, toss in a couple ice cubes to chill it down. If everything was frozen, let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before blending for the smoothest consistency.
If you make this mixed berry smoothie recipe, I’d love to hear how it turned out in the comment box below. Your feedback helps me and all the readers in this community. You might also enjoy some of the berry recipes in my low-sugar smoothie recipes collection.
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Mixed Berry Smoothie
Jen HansardIngredients
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup mixed berries frozen
- ½ banana
- 1 serving homemade protein powder optional
Instructions
- Blend spinach and water until smooth.
- Add the berries and banana and blend again.
Recipe Notes
- Use at least one frozen fruit to make the smoothie cold. Make sure to remove cherry pits before blending if using fresh cherries.
- Swap the spinach with the leafy green vegetables of your choice. Freeze spinach in advance to keep it from wilting, and ready to use.
- Instead of buying a bag of frozen mixed berries, you can buy fresh berries to blend up.
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Common Questions
They can be! Berries are naturally low in sugar, and the spinach in this recipe boosts the fiber, which helps your body process the fruit’s natural sugars for a filling snack or light meal without a sugar rush. Berries are also rich in antioxidants and vitamins.
Yes — this recipe uses water to keep it dairy-free, but you can swap in your favorite plant milk if you want something creamier.
A smoothie alone won’t do it, but boosting your intake of fruits and veggies can support your goals. Berries are naturally low in sugar, and starting your day with a smoothie in place of a less balanced snack or breakfast helps set the tone for healthier choices all day long.
Much too sweet for me!
I don’t want to throw it out, so do you have suggestions for what I can add to the already-made smoothie to cut the sweetness? I’m a longtime green smoothie-maker, so I have lots of different ingredients on hand I could add. I’m not afraid of kale or anything else that could dilute the sweetness — just don’t know where to start! Thanks a bunch (of greens)!
Oh no! Sounds like a good problem to have though tbh. 😉 The top ideas we have would be to blend in some avocado, protein (like homemade protein powder, hemp hearts, chia seeds) or additional greens. If all else fails, blending in a touch of fresh lemon juice can help knock that sweetness down for you. Keep us posted on what you tried and what worked best for you!
I’m honestly not a mixed berry smoothie person. They just don’t taste as good to me. This one is a game changer though! The cherries are perfect and being this recipe alive.
So glad Marlissa! Seems like we are all Team Berry or Team Tropical. Glad this berry one was yummy for you!
I liked the taste of this one. I added chia seeds
Chia seeds are the best – antioxidants, fiber, protein – what’s not to love?!
I had frozen mixed berries from Costco that I used for this, and it was very good.
Sweet & full of nutrients. the berries and the rich deep colour.
Who knew breakfast could be so beautiful, right?!