It feels a little funny to write a recipe for a smoothie. In a way, anything can be a smoothie if you just throw it into the blender. Still, the right blend of ingredients has the power to not only give you a fast, convenient meal but also a slew of health benefits. If it’s true that you are what you eat, a good smoothie can help you feel more balanced, energized, and able to combat symptoms of stress and PMS.
Since smoothies are a perfect playground for customizing (based on your cravings, available ingredients, or nutritional needs), I’ve laid out some favorite building blocks with notes on all of their benefits. Choose one or two ingredients from each category and you’ll undoubtedly end up with something balanced and delicious. So feel free to play! If you’re more of a recipe person though, I’m also including three of my go-to smoothies.