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This healthy, Metabolism Boosting Blueberry Smoothie is the perfect way to start your day. It's easy, quick, tasty, and full of antioxidants and fat-burning goodness! It contains blueberries, bananas, and spinach and is a great weight-loss smoothie!
Other nutritious and fruity breakfast smoothies to try are a sweetStrawberry Kale Smoothie, a yummy Blueberry Lemon Smoothie, and thisCherry Almond Smoothie that tastes like cherry pie.
When it comes to kitchen cleanup, we like to do the minimum.
We minimally want to do dishes! 🙂 Dishes in the morning are not fun! That's why we start our day with a healthy breakfast smoothie like this deliciousBlueberry Smoothie with spinachor this Cherry Almond Smoothie almost every morning!
Smoothies arehigh in protein and fiber like this one may even aidweight lossby keeping you full.
Not only do you get the nutritional benefits of the antioxidant blueberries, but you have one, just one, kitchen appliance to clean!
Yippee!
If you like fresh or frozen blueberries, you'll definitely want to try this Blueberry Lemon Smoothie, or another fruity option is aStrawberry Kale Smoothie(shhh, you can't even taste the kale)!
Things can be hectic in the morning, so whether you're a busy mom (who doesn't like many dishes) or want to eat healthy and clean, starting your day with a breakfast smoothieis the optimal way to keep your metabolism running smoothly.
Why Drink a Healthy Breakfast Smoothie
Breakfast smoothiesare so satisfying and filling, plusyou can take them on the go! We consider asmoothiean essential part of my morning because:
- It’seasy to make.
- It primes your metabolism.
- It sets you up for a clear, clean pattern of eating for the day.
Related: Healthy Smoothie Recipes
Dr. Axe also has recommendations for Healthy Smoothie Recipesthat are delish!
The blueberries and bananasin this recipe make a naturally sweet combination that totally satisfies you. The finished drink is so creamy and filling.
The spinach might seem like a strange addition, but you won’t even taste it, andyou’ll reap thenutritional benefits of fiber, folate, vitamin C, and much more.
Basic Ingredients
Almond Milk - it's creamy and a little nutty in flavor. We like to use unsweetened vanilla almond milk, but you can use your favorite variety. If you prefer to use regular milk or other non-dairy milk, that is fine.
Frozen Blueberries - double-check to make sure the kind you buy doesn't have any added sugar.
Spinach - this superfood ups the nutrition of your smoothie without changing the flavor.
Banana - since there is no added sugar in the recipe, a banana will give it a bit of sweetness.
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How to Make a Blueberry Smoothie Recipe That Burns Fat!
Use this simple three-step process to ensure you blend a metabolism-boosting breakfast every time!
Step 1: What to put in your frozen blueberry smoothie
We like wild blueberries because they are so nutrient-dense, but your favorite brand will work.
First, begin with Core SmoothieIngredients.
- 1 – 2 Scoops High-Quality Protein Powder. Your powder should be between 15-25g of protein, less than 6g of carbohydrate, less than 2 grams of sugar, and preferably at least 2 grams of dietary fiber.
We like whey or pea protein the best. Here are my two favorites:Whey Protein
andVega Protein Powder. - 1 Tablespoon Chia and/or Flaxseed. This option adds some healthy omega-3s and fiber to your smoothie. {optional}
- 4–8+ Ounces Dairy-Free Liquid. You may use one liquid alone or a combination of two different liquids (i.e., half water and half unsweetened almond milk). You may use less liquid if you like a thicker consistency to your smoothie. Add more liquid if you prefer a thinner consistency shake. Dairy-free liquid choices include water, coconut milk, or unsweetened plain or vanilla almond milk.
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Note: You can also use low-fat milk.
Step 2: Choose Some Add-Ins
The add-ins will provide you with some fantastic nourishment for your day.
Adding powerful nutrients in the form of fiber and/or fat will help keep you satiated and satisfied for several hours!
Perfect!
No snacking on empty calories! We recommend choosing 1-2 items from the list below:
- 1⁄2 ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 scoop ofGreen SuperFoodor Reds powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 Tbspflaxseed Oil
- 1 TbspHempseed
- 1⁄2–1 ounce nuts (i.e., almonds, cashews,walnuts) or 1 tablespoon nut or seed butter (i.e., almond butter or cashew butter)
- Dash of Cinnamon to bring all the flavors together.
Step 3: Blend and Enjoy!
More Healthy Smoothie Recipes
These are all protein-packed and great for fat-burning.
Cherry Almond Smoothie - all the fat-burning goodness you want in a breakfast shake, and it tastes like cherry pie.
Chocolate Almond Breakfast Smoothie - satisfying, protein-packed, and downright delicious!
Strawberry Kale Smoothie - with the sweetness from the fruit, you don't even taste the kale.
Mango Pineapple Smoothie - tropical and refreshing and so easy to make!
Blueberry Lemon Smoothie - add a little lemon to your smoothie, and you get what amounts to a protein-packed blueberry lemonade.
Blueberry Smoothie with Yogurt
If you'd like your breakfast smoothie to include yogurt, sub out all or part of the milk for the yogurt of your choice. (Regular, Greek, coconut, soy, etc.) Plain, vanilla, or blueberry flavored would all work.
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Metabolism Boosting Blueberry Smoothie Recipe
This healthy, Metabolism BoostingBlueberry Smoothieis the perfect way to start your day. It's easy, quick, tasty, and full of antioxidants and fat-burning goodness! A great weight-loss smoothie!
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
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Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 203kcal
Author: Erin Henry
Equipment
Blender
Ingredients
- 1 - 2 tablespoon protein powder (scoops)
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (plain or vanilla or 1⁄2 cup canned full fat coconut milk)
- ½ cup ice cubes
- ½ cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- ¼ cup baby spinach leaves (optional)
- 1 banana
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed or chia seeds
Instructions
Place all ingredients in the blender.
Process until smooth. Add a tiny bit of water if needed to create the desired consistency. Serve immediately.
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Notes
Optional Add-ins:
- 1⁄2 ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 scoop ofGreen SuperFoodor Reds powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 Tbspflaxseed Oil
- 1 TbspHempseed
- 1⁄2–1 ounce nuts (i.e., almonds, cashews,walnuts) or 1 tablespoon nut or seed butter (i.e., almond or cashew butter)
Meal prep a singer serving by placing blueberries, cut banana, and spinach in a freezer-safe bag to use later. To use, place contents in a blender and then add other ingredients and then blend.
Nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using a recipe nutrition label generator and does not include additional add-ins.
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Nutrition
Calories: 203kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Sodium: 172mg | Potassium: 578mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 780IU | Vitamin C: 19.6mg | Calcium: 168mg | Iron: 1.1mg
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
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We updated this post with new Images and additional instructions on July 22, 2019, and then again on January 5, 2021.
This is one tasty, healthy, and refreshing,healthy breakfast shake to help you boost your metabolism in the morning!
Reader Interactions
Comments
Kayde says
What about instead of the coconut water or almond milk using Greek yogurt? Would that still be good to have this a metabolism boost smoothie with the yogurt?
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Erin Henry says
Sure, yogurt is a great substitute. You will just need to play with it to get the recipe to your favorite consistency.
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Stephanie says
Can I use soft tofu instead of protein powder?
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Erin Henry says
Yes, tofu is a great substitute. Enjoy the smoothie!
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Shelly says
I love this recipe. I do add more spinach than it recommends, and it does not change the taste. This is my go to. I buy all fresh stuff and preportion so all I have to do is grab a bag out of the freezer and mix!Reply
Erin Henry says
Awesome, Shelly! We love meal prepping this recipe and putting a bag with all the ingredients in the freezer, too!
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Julie says
This smoothie is so good, love the flexibility of the recipe!Reply
Erin Henry says
Thanks, Julie! It's our go-to most mornings! Healthy and totally flexible!
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Allison Grannum says
I love this recipe, I didn’t use any protein powder but used all the other ingredients and it was super tastyReply
Erin Henry says
Yesss! We love this recipe for its flexibility and great taste!
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Damien says
10/10 amazing recipe!!!!!!!!Reply
Erin Henry says
Glad you liked it, Damien!
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Nikki says
Erin, all three of the smoothies shown on this page look wonderful. I love fruit in a smoothie, but the chocolate one looks so good too. This is perfect timing, I need to make a point in the new year to start taking better care of myself. I work so many hours that sometimes I find I haven't eaten anything but a banana and a granola bar when Bruce gets home at 5 p.m. I'm sure my energy would be much higher through the day and I would feel much better if I would feel myself up with a nutritious smoothie.
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Erin says
They are all good!! The perfect way to start the day. And easy, which is my kind of breakfast! A protein shake would definitely sustain you through the day. Sometimes I make them for a snack to get thru the afternoon.
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