“Protein is the key piece I focus on, since so many smoothies are lacking in it,” states Sassos. “I’ll add Greek yogurt, a scoop of protein powder, or even chia or hemp seeds, as well as a source of healthy fats like almond butter or avocado to round it out.” Added protein will keep you feeling satiated for longer, which is especially important if your smoothie is a meal for you.
She also recommends skipping the added sugar if possible,”Rely on fruit for natural sweetness, and also use lightly sweetened yogurt, cocoa powder, cinnamon, or vanilla extract for flavor,” says Sassos.
If you’re gotten this far and you still don’t like your smoothies—it might be your blender.
Consider replacing your blender if you still get chunky blends despite proper layering and ratios, or if the motor struggles—abruptly shutting off or smoking within a minute of blending. I’ve tested dozens of blenders, and my team has tested even more. Here are my top blender recommendations to turn your smoothies from meh to divine
