Since last year I've been pretty dedicated to making healthy smoothies. I aim to make one everyday (usually for breakfast, before I go to work). There have been times when I failed (I do love sleeping in) but I think for the most part I did well. And sometimes, I would make more than one a day, so maybe that makes up for the times I missed!
My smoothies usually involve some fruit, and something of the vegetable, herb, or spice variety (e.g. spinach, mint, ginger). I rarely add anything to sweeten it, the fruit is usually more than enough, but if I do it's just a slight drizzle of something like honey or maple syrup. Sometimes I also add things like unsweetened cocoa powder, and matcha - Japanese green tea powder. Or coconut oil or extra virgin olive oil. I also use nuts (usually cashews) or pea protein powder especially if I'm making a smoothie that's an I'm-too-lazy-to-cook meal replacement. My smoothies are usually vegan, but sometimes I use yoghurt, too. As an example, today I had one made with banana, carrot, unsweetened raw cacao powder, coconut oil, water, ice. My repertoire changes from week to week depending on what's cheap and in season.
I love how I feel fresh and energized after having a delicious and healthy smoothie. It's a great way to increase my fruit and vegetable intake. Will you join me?