Blueberry Smoothie
Start your day with a delicious, creamy cold Blueberry Smoothie! Made with frozen berries, this Greek yogurt smoothie is sweetened with honey, and has a boost of nutrients from spinach and flaxseed. This recipe is fantastic for breakfast or an afternoon snack!
2025 Update: This recipe is still a family favorite and has been updated to simplify the instructions and to add helpful tips. We hope you love it as much as we do!
Blueberry Smoothie Recipe
Every summer, my fruit intake increases by about 200%. That may be a slight exaggeration, but there's something about the warmer air that leaves me craving lots of fresh fruit!
The last few summers, I've loved making smoothies during summer for a morning or afternoon snack. I enjoy them for breakfast too, but since I'm at home during the day, I usually opt for a warm breakfast option like fresh blueberry oatmeal muffins.
Free Smoothie Printable!
Get a printable list of our most delicious and healthy smoothies delivered to your inbox!
On the weekends, I might make my friend Susannah's blueberry skillet cake. My friend Jenna makes a Greek yogurt blueberry bread that is also awesome.
Okay, okay — I just really love blueberries, which is why I just have to share this recipe with you!
Why You'll Love this Recipe
There are a few reasons I think this recipe will become a favorite of yours:
- Uses wholesome ingredients: Aside from the fruit and protein-packed Greek yogurt, the drink has a boost of vitamins, plus fiber and iron. With a touch of honey for natural sweetness, too.
- A refreshing drink, especially in the warmer months of the year.
- Easy to adapt and customize. You can keep things clean and simple, or include other fruits and add-ins.
Ingredients and Substitutions
- yogurt: Greek yogurt is a great way to add protein to a smoothie. You can use any brand of unsweetened full-fat Greek yogurt. Feel free to substitute with a low-fat or fat-free variety, but know that your blueberry smoothie won't be as creamy.
- frozen blueberries work best for smoothies because they're already ice-cold, so you don't have to blend big chunks of ice. Of course, using fresh berries is possible, but you will need to add a few ice cubes to thicken the consistency of the drink.
- milk: You can use variety of dairy milk or plant-based milk substitute, like almond milk or coconut milk.
- spinach leaves: I like to use baby spinach because it comes out of the package cleaned, trimmed, and ready to use. You might be thinking... these ingredients are better for a savory breakfast like frittata muffins. But these little spinach pieces are undetectable in the smoothie!
- Flax seed: These little seeds are full of fiber, so they help to keep you feeling full between meals.
Protein powder is another option for adding protein to a smoothie, but some are not as kid-friendly.
Want more yogurt in your life? Make a few more Greek yogurt smoothies, or enjoy delicious yogurt bowls topped with granola!
What kind of Greek yogurt is best in a smoothie?
Full-fat, plain, unflavored, unsweetened Greek yogurt will give your smoothie the ideal creamy texture.
Using unflavored and unsweetened yogurt is be the best way to keep added sugars and artificial flavors out of your smoothie. Look for a yogurt that has more protein than sugars in it (even natural sugars are still included in a nutrition label).
How to Make the Perfect Blueberry Smoothie
Scroll down to the recipe card for the full step by step instructions! ⬇️
- Add the berries, flax, and yogurt to a blender jar. It really doesn't matter what order you add them, but I start with the blueberries, so they get chopped by the blade first.
- Add the greens. Drop in a handful or so of baby spinach leaves.
- Add the milk, cover, and blend. I like to add about half of the liquid, blend, and then if I feel the consistency is too thick, I'll add more.
- Pour into serving glasses and garnish with fresh berries if you'd like.
Madison's Pro Smoothie Tip:
To make sure you are maxing out your blender's capabilities to yield a smoothie with a great and delicious consistency, always load up your blender pitcher in the following order:
- frozen fruits and ice first
- then soft foods like Greek yogurt, fresh fruits or vegetables
- then greens
- then any liquids and seeds like chia or flax
- any protein powders on top
One thing I love about this recipe is that the spinach doesn't turn the entire smoothie green because of how vibrant the blueberry color is.
This is great if you have picky little ones who might not touch anything green. 😉
(However, I do have a recipe for a toddler-approved kale fruit smoothie if your kiddo is adventurous.)
Storing Leftovers
If you happen to have any blueberry smoothie left (I never do!), you can keep it in the fridge for a day or two. After that, the consistency will be watery and thin, and the flavors will be muted.
In my opinion, a better option is to freeze the smoothie mixture in an ice cube tray (affiliate). After the cubes are frozen solid, transfer them to a freezer-safe container or Ziploc bag.
Then, the next time you make a fruit smoothie, you can add a couple of frozen blueberry smoothie cubes to make the consistency nice and thick!
Don't forget to clean your blend properly! It makes a huge difference and you won't worry about hurting your fingers cleaning it by hand. Check out our tried and true blender cleaning method!
Blueberry Greek Yogurt Smoothie Recipe FAQ
If you enjoy a mixed fruit smoothie, there are plenty of fantastic fruit options. For a classic flavor combo, use bananas and blueberries. For a mixed berries smoothie, blend in some raspberries, strawberries, and/or blackberries.
The answer to this question is really about your personal preference. For this recipe, we use Greek yogurt for a healthy dose of protein and nutrients. The milk helps to thin the consistency. Obviously, if you want a blueberry shake-like consistency, skip the milk!
Did you make this recipe?
If you make and love this recipe, please leave a ★★★★★ review below! It means so much to me when you try my recipes, and I'd love to know how it goes. Please leave a comment below if you have any questions.
Blueberry Smoothie
Equipment
- blender
- blending spatula
- eco-friendly silicone drinking straws
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen blueberries *see Notes for using fresh berries
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup milk any dairy or plant-based milk of choice
- 2 tablespoons flax seed
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ cup spinach leaves and/or kale
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender. Cover the blender with a lid and blend on High speed until mixture is creamy and smooth.
Notes
- If using fresh blueberries, use 1 cup but decrease the amount of milk, and add some ice cubes for a more frozen consistency.
Nutrition
My friends call me Mad and you can too. Here you'll find easy, wholesome recipes, and designed to share with those you love.
4 Comments