10+ LIQUID BASES FOR YOUR SMOOTHIES

SIP SIP SMOOTHIE

1. Water

You can absolutely use water as a liquid base for a smoothie. Yes, it’s flavorless, but it’s also sugar-free, dairy-free, calorie-free, and hydrating!

Dairy milk is a good option if you want a creamy smoothie! One cup of whole milk contains 8 grams of protein and 150 calories

2. Milk

3. ALMOND MILK

This is my favorite liquid base for a smoothie, and the one I use most often! Almond milk has a mild flavor and a creamy consistency that goes with ALL smoothie flavors.

4. OAT MILK

Oat milk has a strong, oatey aftertaste and super creamy texture that I love. That being said, it’s best to try it first to make sure you like the flavor. Not everyone I know does.

5. coconut water

It’s low in calories and boasts 600 mg of potassium per cup. An 8 ounce cup of unsweetened coconut water has about 44 calories and 9 grams of sugar.

If you love the pop of flavor juice gives to your smoothies, squeeze the juice of a navel orange into your smoothie. Navel oranges are a rich source of immune-boosting vitamin C and potassium!

6. ORANGE JUICE

7. COFFEE

It’s not a crime to get a caffeine boost and a smoothie all-in-one! Coffee makes a great base for chocolate, protein, or peanut butter based smoothies.

8. lIME JUICE

Fresh lime juice is one of my favorite addition to fruit and green smoothies! That being said, a little goes a long way. The juice of one lime is plenty. If that’s not enough liquid (and it usually isn’t!) supplement with almond milk or cold water.

9. CARROT JUICE

You can find fresh squeezed carrot juice at health food stores, or make it yourself with a juicer! Carrot juice tastes great with tropical flavors like mango, banana, and pineapple.

Canned coconut milk is high in fat and calories, which is great for weight gain smoothies! One cup of canned coconut milk has a whopping 552 calories and 57 grams of fat.

10. CANNED COCONUT MILK