Smoothies For Weight Loss

Best Smoothies Recipes For Weight Loss 

Smoothies are a great tool for weight loss because you control the ingredients. They make perfect vehicles for relatively low-calorie.
this collection of smoothie recipes, you'll find something to satisfy every craving from a hearty breakfast to a classic pie-inspired dessert.

 Weight-Loss Smoothies: Banana Cream Pie:

This smoothie, also from Johnston, might taste like dessert—but with a half a cup of Greek yogurt in each serving, it's a much better alternative to doughnuts and coffee cake.

Makes 2 servings

1 large ripe banana, frozen
1 cup plain, low-fat Greek yogurt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons honey
1/3 cup unsweetened nut, soy, or cow's milk
Handful of ice cubes
Graham cracker crumbs, crushed, for garnish
Combine banana, yogurt, vanilla, honey, milk, and ice in a blender. Blend on high speed until smooth. Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs on top before serving.

 

Raspberry Coconut Smoothie:

Serves: 1

Nutrition: 454 calories, 7.0 g fat (5.6 g sat fat), 15.1 g fiber, 70.4 g sugar, 3.5 g protein

Swapping in unsweetened coconut milk for the canned variety will save you over a day's worth of saturated fat without sacrificing the nutty, tropical flavor and creamy texture. The sugar in this drink comes entirely from raspberries and a banana, natural sources that are a healthy way to indulge. Top your drink with a tablespoon unsweetened shredded coconut (we calculated for it) and a drink umbrella for the full experience. 

 Weight-Loss Smoothies: Peach Milkshake:

Research hints that adding 2 tablespoons of coconut oil—made up of medium-chain fatty acids that may help speed up your metabolism—to your daily regimen will help you burn more calories. In this recipe, Kirk adds 1 teaspoon of the oil for a satiating effect.

Makes 1 serving
1 cup almond or hemp seed milk
1 cup fresh or frozen peaches
1/2 cup fresh pineapple juice
1/2 frozen banana
1 teaspoon coconut oil
Blend all ingredients in order listed until smooth.

 Apple Pie Smoothie:

Serves: 2
Nutrition: 234 calories, 3.5 g fat (1.1 g sat fat), 8.0 g fiber, 32.7 g sugar, 7.5 g protein

This smoothie may taste like dessert, but it won't have the same waist-expanding effects. Frozen banana adds creamy texture without interfering in the classic dessert flavor you love. We suggest using Fage 2% Greek yogurt for this recipe for its pumped up protein count and low sugar. Want something a little more indulgent? Add a pitted date for natural sweetness and a richer texture.

 Cayenne Weight Loss Blast:

Cayenne pepper kicks it up a notch, boosting your metabolism and potentially helping you burn more calories. Low glycemic mixed berries add sweet flavor without the added sugar and chia seeds help stave off hunger - the perfect combination for those looking to lose or maintain their weight. Add a little boost of protein and you've got a well-rounded drink that'll get you started on your weight loss goals.

Ingredients

    1 Cup Spinach
    1 Cup Mixed Greens
    1 Cup Mixed Berries
    ¼   Avocado
    ½ Cup Pineapple
    1 Tablespoon Chia Seeds
    ¼ Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
    2 Tablespoons Protein Powder
    1 ½ Cups Coconut Water


Directions:

Add all ingredients to your Tall Cup and extract for 30 seconds, or until smooth.
    Enjoy!