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27 Weight Loss Smoothie Recipes (with Pictures)

weight loss smoothies

weight loss smoothies
Finding new ways to get healthy is a common desire for many people. However, determining the right diet changes that are going to be both beneficial for our bodies and something we actually enjoy consuming is the tough part. That’s why we recommend blending up a few recipes to see if there is one that you can get excited about! This can lead to a world of incredible ways of nourishing your body while finding flavor combinations you can get on board with. If you are someone who wants to take their hand at creating smoothies for weight loss, you’ve come to the right place.

Below, we dive into 30 too good to be true weight loss smoothie recipes. Surely there will be one perfect for all types of pound shedding journeys!

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Top 27 Weight Loss Smoothie Recipes

To better serve your smoothie requests, diet requirements, and weight loss aspirations, we have divided our 30 favorite recipes into subcategories. Each will provide a list of smoothies that will be geared towards your goals including green smoothie recipes, low-calorie smoothie recipes, and finally, meal replacement smoothie recipes. Enjoy!


Top 9 Weight Loss Green Smoothie Recipes

Green smoothies are a great way of ensuring that you are filling your body with earthy and nutritious leafy greens. Each of these vegetable weight loss smoothies includes a few ingredients that change their flavors, whether it be fruit or nuts. Rest assured, they are still delicious.

1. The Best Green Smoothie

THE BEST GREEN SMOOTHIE RECIPE
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This green smoothie from Beauty Bites ensures you get that morning or mid-afternoon energy kick you need to power through the rest of your day.


2. Dr. Oz Green Juice

DR. OZ’S GREEN DRINK (JUICE RECIPES FOR WEIGHT WATCHERS)
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This recipe was first debuted by Doctor Oz and has been a real game-changer for some people looking to shed a bit of weight and cleanse their bodies.


3. Fat-Burning Detox Green Smoothie

Fat-Burning Detox Smoothie Recipe
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Just as the name suggests, this smoothie can help facilitate fat-burning and can detox your system!


4. Metabolism Boosting Smoothie

Metabolism Boosting Smoothie
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The first thing we need to kick start a healthy lifestyle is an incredible metabolism. Regular consumption of this smoothie will do just that!


5. Slimming Green Smoothie

SLIMMING GREEN SMOOTHIE
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Incorporating this will keep you on the right diet track. The author gives you the opportunity to play with ingredients so you can customize your smoothie to your personal preferences.


6. Fat Burning Green Smoothie

FAT BURNING GREEN SMOOTHIE (GLUTEN-FREE, VEGAN, PALEO)
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This smoothie is named a fat-burner for a number of reasons. With it being a vegan, gluten-free, and paleo option, the chances of the undesirable bloat after consuming is eliminated and it continues to help burn fast post work out!


7. Kale Smoothie Recipe

kale smoothie recipe
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Kale has been named one of the most effective vegetables when it comes to weight loss and superfoods. It would be a no brainer that this leafy green would be the main ingredient on a wildly earthy yet delightful smoothie.


8. Sweet Green Monster Smoothie

Green Monster Smoothie
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Just like you take on any workout – you might as well keep that hulk power going and crush an equally as effective weight loss smoothie. Unleash the monster in you with this one!


9. Easy Detox Smoothie

EASY DETOX SMOOTHIE
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Detox smoothies tend to combine strange flavors and often are not something we enjoy drinking. However, this recipe is different. It’s tasty and is sure to cleanse your body the same way without sacrificing your enjoyment.

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Top 8 Low Calorie Green Smoothie Recipes

Finding meals and snacks that stay within your allotted daily calorie intake (if this is the weight loss path you’ve chosen!) is key to your journey’s success. That is why we found 10 delightful low-calorie weight loss smoothie recipes, so you are able to indulge in these sweet treats without sacrificing other meals or snacks throughout the day.

10. Low Calorie Smoothie

Low Calorie Peanut Butter Banana Spinach Smoothie
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Peanut butter and bananas might be difficult to keep in your diet when counting calories. This recipe ensures you never have to sacrifice these foods by keeping them low in calories!


11. Blueberry Low Calorie Smoothie

Blueberry Smoothie
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Blueberries are full of antioxidants making them a great additive to any weight loss plan. Incorporate them into a delicious low-calorie smoothie you indulge in guilt-free.


12. Low Calorie Strawberry Smoothie

Low Calorie Strawberry Smoothie
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Low calorie doesn’t mean that you need to sacrifice the taste of your smoothies. This one maintains a rich and refreshing strawberry flavor.


13. Wake Up Smoothie

Wake-Up Smoothie
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Wake up your mind and body with a smoothie. This is a great way to set the tone for your day and hit the ground running with the motivation to make every day the best yet!


14. Low Calorie Chocolate Smoothie

Low Calorie Chocolate Smoothie
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Chocolate is not a complete write off! You can still manage to treat your sweet tooth and while staying within your goals with this gem of a smoothie.


15. Mango Smoothie

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Mango is not an everyday fruit, but with this smoothie is can be.


16. Low Calorie Banana Smoothie

banana smoothie
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A simple smoothie made with simple ingredients. If you are a banana lover, this smoothie is for you.


17. Skinny Vegan Green Smoothie

Skinny Vegan Green Smoothie
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Vegan recipes are extremely popular in the health and diet community. If this is an option you desire, this recipe is for you.


18. Skinny Berry Smoothie

Skinny Berry Smoothie
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Skinny berry smoothies might be a dime a dozen, but this one is worth a try. If you weren’t drawn in by its electric color, the flavor will make it a staple in your low calorie smoothie routine.


19. Negative Calorie Smoothie

NEGATIVE CALORIE SMOOTHIE
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Is this even possible? You bet it is! Find out what makes this smoothie a negative calorie recipe and why it should be incorporated into your diet plan today.  

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Top 10 Meal Replacement Smoothie Recipes

Whether you are someone who is tight on time or are looking to replace an otherwise unfulfilling meal, these next recipes are for you. Having the opportunity to blend up a meal and enjoy it while you’re on the go is a game-changer for those hoping to achieve weight loss. Meals require weighing and portioning which can be time-consuming, while these meal replacement smoothies are quick and easy alternatives. The best part is – they taste great and are super filling!

20. Healthy Meal Replacement Smoothie

Healthy Meal Replacement Protein Smoothies
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If you are someone who keeps whey protein on hand and are tired of the average shake, you can use this recipe to jazz up an otherwise boring drink.


21. Matcha Meal Replacement Smoothie

Matcha Smoothie
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Matcha is a great smoothie ingredient. It’s known for its energy-boosting qualities and when combined with fruits and veggies, is an effective meal replacement.


22. Meal Replacement Smoothie

Meal Replacement Blueberry Green Smoothie
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The blueberry green smoothie is packed full of leafy greens making it beyond nutritious, without the distracting green color.


23. Strawberry Protein Meal Replacement Smoothie

Strawberry Protein [Meal Replacement] Smoothie
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Strawberry smoothies are always reminiscent of a delectable milkshake. This one is healthy and hardy – a great option for those who just can’t get on the green smoothie train.


24. The Complete Meal Smoothie

The Complete Meal Smoothie
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When it comes to nourishing our bodies while sticking to an unforgiving and endless busy schedule, smoothies are the perfect go-to. If you are on the hunt for a smoothie that’s convenient and doesn’t take up to much time to create, this one is for you.


25. Meal on the Go Smoothie

Meal Replacement Smoothie
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Meal replacement smoothies are tricky – sometimes they’re not filling or they lack enough ingredients to truly give you the energy boost your body is craving. This recipe is an all-in-one! It tastes great, fills you up, and gives you enough pep to carry on about your day.


26. Chocolate Avocado Meal Replacement Smoothie

Chocolate Avocado Smoothie
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Avocado creates a texture that lends itself perfectly to almost any smoothie, but it is especially one made with chocolate. The best part is that it’s healthy!


27. Best Ever Chocolate Meal Replacement Smoothie

Chocolate Meal Replacement Shake
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Smoothies don’t always have to taste like fruit and vegetables to be healthy. The proof is in this delicious chocolate meal replacement smoothie.

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Conclusion

Starting a new weight loss program or diet plan doesn’t mean that you won’t enjoy your food. It’s all about finding your niche – and smoothies are extremely versatile and provide endless opportunities to play with flavors while still meeting your individual dietary needs. We hope that you have found a recipe or two that you simply cannot get enough of!

We wish you all the best on your weight loss journey and happy blending!

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