Have you ever wondered about the benefits of juices versus smoothies? Some people are big fans of smoothies for breakfast, while others love a green juice to energize their day. That’s why we want to give you a list of the 10 best smoothies and juices.
What is the Difference Between a Smoothie and Juice?
The main difference between juices and smoothies is the fiber content .
When you make juice , you mostly get the water and some of the nutrients from the fruits and vegetables, but the fiber is removed and left behind.
Juices have many nutrients (and can be high in sugar, depending on the fruits added), however, they leave behind the nutrients that bind to the fiber.
On the other hand, smoothies contain the whole fruit or vegetable, meaning they include all the fiber and all the nutrients. Therefore, they are more satiating than juices and also release their sugars into our system more slowly.
It’s also not recommended to base your diet solely on smoothies or juices; consider them as just one more option to incorporate into your diet!
Advantages of juices:
Juices are great if:
- You like to get your five daily servings of fruits and vegetables in one sitting
- You need a quick energy boost
- You have trouble digesting fiber
Advantages of smoothies or shakes:
Smoothies, on the other hand, use the whole fruit or vegetable, including all the fiber, so:
- They are more filling than juices
- Due to the high fiber content of smoothies, they also release their sugars into our system more slowly.
- They are a great way to get a quick and healthy meal, and an opportunity to include several important foods (such as vegetables, berries, flax, and whole grains) all at once.
21+ Healthy Juice Recipes List
| # | Recipe Name | Ingredients |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Green Energy Juice | Spinach, cucumber, green apple, celery, lemon, ginger |
| 2 | Carrot Orange Zinger | Carrots, orange, fresh ginger, turmeric |
| 3 | Beet Berry Blast | Beetroot, strawberries, blueberries, apple, lemon |
| 4 | Tropical Sunrise | Pineapple, mango, orange, carrot |
| 5 | Celery Lemon Cleanse | Celery, cucumber, lemon, parsley, green apple |
| 6 | Watermelon Mint Cooler | Watermelon, fresh mint, lime, cucumber |
| 7 | Red Power Juice | Tomato, red bell pepper, carrot, celery, basil |
| 8 | Kale Apple Refresher | Kale, green apple, lemon, cucumber, ginger |
| 9 | Pear Ginger Twist | Pear, ginger, spinach, lime, coconut water |
| 10 | Pomegranate Antioxidant | Pomegranate seeds, beetroot, apple, lemon |
| 11 | Citrus Immune Booster | Orange, grapefruit, lemon, lime, honey (optional) |
| 12 | Cucumber Melon Hydrator | Cucumber, honeydew melon, mint, lime |
| 13 | Pineapple Parsley Detox | Pineapple, parsley, celery, cucumber, lemon |
| 14 | Carrot Apple Cinnamon | Carrots, apple, cinnamon stick (or ground), orange |
| 15 | Spinach Pear Smoothie Juice | Spinach, pear, banana (optional), lemon, coconut water |
| 16 | Tomato Basil Juice | Tomatoes, fresh basil, celery, bell pepper, sea salt |
| 17 | Grapefruit Mint Zing | Grapefruit, mint, lime, cucumber |
| 18 | Blueberry Kale Boost | Blueberries, kale, apple, lemon, ginger |
| 19 | Mango Carrot Turmeric | Mango, carrot, turmeric root, orange, ginger |
| 20 | Blackberry Sage Juice | Blackberries, sage leaves, green apple, lemon |
| 21 | Raspberry Lime Refresher | Raspberries, lime, coconut water, mint, cucumber |
| 22 | Swiss Chard Apple Juice | Swiss chard, green apple, celery, lemon, ginger |
| 23 | Orange Pumpkin Spice | Orange, pumpkin puree (fresh), carrot, nutmeg, ginger |
| 24 | Aloe Vera Citrus Cooler | Aloe vera gel (edible), orange, lime, mint, coconut water |
All juices are 100% natural, can be made with a juicer or blender (strain if desired), and contain no added sugar. Adjust ingredients to taste. Enjoy!
Now then, let’s get to our top 10 best 100% plant-based smoothies and juices!
Our Top 5 Juices:
Juices require a juicer (or a blender, a bag of plant-based milk, and patience). You can also buy them ready-made, but they can be quite expensive, as they use a lot of fruit and vegetables for a single serving.
Here are 5 juice recipes for you to try at home:
1. Beetroot juice : 1 small beetroot, 1 large apple (or 2 small apples), 2 celery stalks, 1-2 carrots, 1/2 lemon or lime and a small piece of ginger (approx. 1 cm).
2. Immune system stimulating juice : 3-4 oranges, 2 carrots and a piece of ginger (approx. 1 cm).
3. Green celery juice : 1 small green apple, 1/2 bunch of celery, 1 lemon, juiced and a piece of ginger (approx. 1 cm)
4. Extra-energy orange juice : 1/4 cup orange juice, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 small nectarine, 1 small apple, a piece of ginger (approx. 1 cm), 4-6 carrots, 3-4 sprigs of fresh mint (optional) and 1-2 cups filtered water.
5. Green cucumber juice : 1+1/2 cucumbers, 1 lime, 3/4 cup (127 g) of melon, a piece of ginger (approx. 1 cm) and 1 green pepper.
Our Top 5 smoothies:
There are so many ways to make a great smoothie! You can even put it in a bowl and top it with different ingredients. Here’s our selection of the best smoothies:
1. Mango and ginger smoothie : 2 cups of chopped frozen mango (if fresh, add 1 cup of ice), 1 cup of frozen raspberries and/or strawberries, 1 cup of plant-based milk (preferably unsweetened), 1 lemon, a 2 cm piece of ginger, and 1 tablespoon of rolled oats.
2. Chocolate Smoothie (Healthy) : 1 1/2 cups unsweetened plant-based milk, 1 cup kale, 2 or 3 pitted dates, 2 tablespoons hemp seeds/flax seeds/walnuts, 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 large frozen banana, a pinch of cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon avocado (to thicken). Ice, if desired.
3. Green Smoothie : 1 cup coconut water (or water), 1/2 frozen mango, 2 large green apples, 2 cups frozen spinach, 2/3 cup fresh parsley leaves, 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, 1/4 cup frozen avocado, 4 teaspoons lemon juice, a 2 cm piece of peeled fresh turmeric, 5 or 6 ice cubes (or as needed).
4. Piña Colada Smoothie (non-alcoholic) : 1 1/2 cups coconut milk, 3 cups frozen pineapple, 1 frozen banana, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla.
5. Purple Smoothie : 1 1/2 frozen bananas, 1/2 cup frozen blueberries, 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk, 1-2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds. Topping: more pumpkin seeds, to taste.
Now that you know the differences between them, are you ready to try one of our selection of the best smoothies and juices? Or would you like to try making your own blends?