4 Berry Smoothies that Boost Your Antioxidant Intake

1. Big Berry Burst Smoothie

Get the kind of jump start you need to power through your morning. This smoothie not only contains tons of antioxidants, but it also gives you plenty of energy for that morning workout.

• Cuisine: American;
• Category: Drinks;
• Serves: 1;
• Prep Time: 5 min;
• Cook time: 5 min;
• Nutrition Per Serving: 275;

Ingredients:

• 1 cup blueberries
• 1-1/2 cups chopped strawberries
• 1/2 cup raspberries
• 1 teaspoon fresh-squeezed lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons raw organic honey
• 1/2 cup ice

Directions:
Add all ingredients to your blender.
Blend until smooth.

2. Sweet Vanilla Berry Smoothie

We all need a little sweetness in our lives. The creamy vanilla of the yogurt is a natural pair for the berries, giving this smoothie a rich consistency that only tastes naughty.

• Cuisine: American;
• Category: Drinks;
• Serves: 1;
• Prep Time: 5 min;
• Cook time: 5 min;
• Nutrition Per Serving: 250;

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
• 1/2 cup frozen raspberries
• 3/4 cup pineapple juice
• 1 cup fat-free vanilla yogurt

Directions:

First, add the berries and the pineapple juice to your blender, followed by the yogurt.
Blend until smooth.
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3. Berry Slim Smoothie

If you are trying to shake off some weight, this berry-rich smoothie will fuel you with antioxidants while satisfying your desires for something more decadent like ice cream.

• Cuisine: American;
• Category: Drinks;
• Serves: 1;
• Prep Time: 5 min;
• Cook time: 5 min;
• Nutrition Per Serving: 265;

Ingredients:

• 1 cup mixed frozen berries (any combination of raspberries, blueberries, or strawberries)
• 1/2 cup low-fat yogurt (plain or vanilla)
• 1/2 cup pomegranate juice

Directions:

In your blender, add the berries, yogurt, and juice.
Pulse for 20 to 30 seconds. Then, blend for 30 seconds or until mixture is smooth.

4. Blueberry and Banana-Infused Green Tea Smoothie

Green tea and blueberries are huge on antioxidants. Making a smoothie with them along with a pop of sweet banana is legendary!

• Cuisine: American;
• Category: Drinks;
• Serves: 1;
• Prep Time: 5 min;
• Cook time: 5 min;
• Nutrition Per Serving: 131;

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup hot, freshly brewed green tea
• 2 teaspoons raw organic honey
• 1-1/2 cups frozen blueberries
• 1/2 banana, medium-size
• 1/2 cup vanilla soy milk
• 1/2 cup ice

Directions:

Add the honey to the hot tea and stir until it dissolves.
Next, add the berries, banana, and soy milk into your blender, followed by the tea.
Blend together until completely smooth and all ice has been incorporated.