5 healthy smoothies that your kids will absolutely love

Get the best of both nutrition and taste with these tasty and healthy smoothies for kids

Try these deletable, yet healthy recipes

Thick, creamy and packed with nutrition, smoothies are a mom’s best friend. Why? They’re quick to whip up and healthy to boot. What’s more, the kids love them too. So if you’re looking for a yummy evening snack or a hurried breakfast on-the-go, try these delicious smoothie recipes.

Coconutty banana smoothie

This smoothie is excellent for the bones and teeth as it’s rich in calcium. It also has powdered almonds that are a must to kickstart the brain for the day.

Ingredients:

1 ripe banana 1 tablespoon of powdered almonds 1 teaspoon of coconut, grated and toasted 1 cup of milk 1 teaspoon of sugar(optional)

Method: Blend all the ingredients expect the coconut. Pour out the smoothie into a glass and garnish with coconut

Brain power smoothie

The power of apples, almonds and flax seeds makes this a brain-boosting drink.

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons of chopped nuts such as almonds, pistachios and cashews 1 apple, chopped 1 tablespoon powdered almonds ½ cup cooked oats ½ tablespoon powdered flax seeds 1 cup curds 2 teaspoons honey

Method: Blend all the ingredients till well incorporated. Add more milk if you find the smoothie thick. Don’t go overboard with the flax seeds as it may alter the taste

Superman smoothie

This breakfast drink is packed with so many nutrients, it will have your delighted child flying out of the door once done.

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons of chopped nuts such as almonds, pistachios and cashews 1 tablespoon of chopped dates 1 teaspoon of chopped apricots 1 tablespoon of fresh or dried figs, chopped 1 cup milk

Method: Blend all the ingredients little by little, till well incorporated. Add more milk as per desired consistency.

Green monster smoothie

Before the colour puts off your little one, get their curiosity aroused by telling them the name. The taste will take care of the rest.

Ingredients:

1 kiwi, peeled and chopped 1 green apple, chopped 2 tablespoons chopped green grapes 1 cup curds 1 teaspoon sugar

Method: Blend all the ingredients till smooth. Do not add too sour fruits. You can replace the green apple with the red ones.

Honey berry smoothie

The lovely combination of strawberries with honey takes the taste of this smoothie to another level.

Ingredients:

1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped 2 tablespoons honey 2 cups milk

Method: Blend all the ingredients till smooth. You can add different fresh berries as a variant.

Written by

Preeti Athri

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