Best Smoothie Recipes & Blenders: Our Round-Ups

Our round-ups of the best breakfast, high-protein, green, low-calorie and banana-free smoothies, plus the best blenders for smoothies.

The best breakfast smoothiesTen breakfast smoothies with enough protein and fiber to last until lunch, with calories and protein for each, from oatmeal to peanut butte…High-protein smoothiesNine high-protein smoothie recipes with 18-38 g protein each, with and without protein powder, including vegan options.Green smoothies that actually taste goodEight green smoothie recipes ranked from beginner-friendly spinach to bolder kale, with tips to make greens smooth, not gritty.Smoothies without bananaNine banana-free smoothie recipes that are still thick and creamy, plus the best banana substitutes for smoothies.Low-calorie smoothies under 250 caloriesEleven smoothie recipes under 250 calories each: refreshing, filling and made with whole fruit and vegetables. Nutrition for every recipe.The best blenders for smoothiesWe compared 12 blenders on smoothness with greens and seeds, frozen fruit, ease of use and value. Here are the 7 best for smoothies, from $…The best personal blenders for smoothiesThe best single-serve blenders for smoothies: NutriBullet Pro 900, Ninja Fit and Magic Bullet compared on power, cup size and price.The best portable blendersThe best cordless, rechargeable blenders for smoothies on the go: Ninja Blast and Cuisinart EvolutionX compared, plus what portables can an…Smoothies for kidsTen kid-approved smoothie recipes (fruity, chocolatey and secretly packed with veggies) with tips for picky eaters and lunchbox-friendly id…Greek yogurt smoothiesNine Greek yogurt smoothie recipes (strawberry banana, blueberry, mango, peach and more) with about 11 g protein per half cup of yogurt.Smoothies without yogurtEight smoothie recipes made without yogurt (creamy from frozen fruit, banana, avocado or oats) including dairy-free and vegan options.