This mixed berry smoothie with granola is my go to smoothie. It's delicious, easy, and made with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Plus with the addition of granola, it's more filling breakfast than most smoothies. This Strawberry Banana PB Smoothie and Wild Blueberry Tea Smoothie are also great smoothie recipes.
[This recipe was originally posted in August 2018. It has been updated with new photos, cooking instructions, expert tips, FAQ, related recipes, video and ways to repurpose/use up ingredients]
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How will this mixed berry smoothie with granola make your life easier?
We all need a good and easy smoothie recipe in our back pocket. This mixed fruit smoothie is made with just a few ingredients, ones you probably have on hand, and takes just a couple minutes to make. These are a few of my other favorite smoothie recipes: Wild Blueberry Tea Smoothie, Strawberry Banana PB Smoothie. Also check out these other breakfast recipes.
What makes this smoothie so good?
- Yogurt
- Banana
- Frozen berries
- Spinach
- Milk
- Granola
How do I make this mixed fruit smoothie?
Layer ⅔ c yogurt, 1 banana, 1 c frozen berries, 1 large handful spinach leaves, and ¼ c milk into blender. Make sure to add soft foods first because they're easier to blend. Blend until smooth.
Expert Tip: Vanilla yogurt is a great base yogurt, but you can use any flavored yogurt in this smoothie.
Expert Tip: Don't have frozen berries? Add fresh ones and a few ice cubes if you like thick smoothies.
Expert Tip: Use frozen or fresh spinach leaves. They mellow out the tartness of the berries, you can't really taste it.
Pour into glass and top with ¼ c granola. Enjoy immediately.
Expert Tip: Use your favorite granola, I use Nature's Path Pumpkin Flax or my homemade PB Granola.
Expert Tips
- Vanilla yogurt is a great base yogurt, but you can use any flavored yogurt in this smoothie.
- Don't have frozen berries? Add fresh ones and a few ice cubes if you like thick smoothies.
- Use frozen or fresh spinach leaves. They mellow out the tartness of the berries, you can't really taste it.
- Use your favorite granola, I use Nature's Path Pumpkin Flax or my homemade PB Granola.
FAQ
Do you put ice in a smoothie?
I don't put ice in my smoothie, frozen fruit is a great replacement. But if you just use fresh fruit, you'll have to add something that's frozen so it's thick
Are fruit smoothies healthy?
Fruit smoothies often have lots of nutrients in them, from the fruit. If you add yogurt and milk, there's also some protein and calcium. All foods can fit into a healthful diet, don't try to eat only 'healthy foods'.
What liquid to put in a smoothie?
Usually you'll add milk or fruit juice because they both have flavor. I like adding milk more than juice because it mellows out the flavor of all the berries.
What are the best fruits to put in a smoothie?
Hands down my favorite fruits to add to smoothies are berries. They're easy to find, and pack a lot of flavor. Really any fruit that can be frozen easily is great in a smoothie. Oh and bananas add sweetness and blend other smoothie flavors together.
What can I make with leftover ingredients?
- (Frozen Berries) Overnight Oats with Yogurt, include them in a Waffle Bar, Yogurt Bowl.
- (Spinach) Thai Beef with Spinach and Fried Garlic, Grapefruit and Avocado Salad, Microwave Egg Bowl, Spring Green Pesto Pasta
- (Greek Yogurt) Peanut Butter Overnight Oats, Overnight Oats with Yogurt
- (Banana) Bananas Foster Pancakes, Overnight Oats with Yogurt, or include it in a Waffle Bar.
- (Granola) Yogurt Bowl.
Did you make this mixed berry smoothie with granola? Leave me a comment & rating to share how it turned out!
Mixed Fruit Smoothie with Granola
Equipment
- blender
- Measuring Spoons
- Measuring Cups
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup yogurt if using plain + ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 banana
- 1 cup frozen berries
- 1 large handful spinach leaves
- ¼ cup milk of choice more if you like a thin smoothie
- ¼ cup granola I used Nature's Path Pumpkin Flax granola
Instructions
- Layer ⅔ c yogurt, 1 banana, 1 c frozen berries, 1 large handful spinach leaves, and ¼ c milk into blender. Make sure to add soft foods first because they're easier to blend. Blend until smooth.
- Pour into glass and top with ¼ c granola. Enjoy immediately.
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Notes
- Vanilla yogurt is a great base yogurt, but you can use any flavored yogurt in this smoothie.
- Don't have frozen berries? Add fresh ones and a few ice cubes if you like thick smoothies.
- Use frozen or fresh spinach leaves. They mellow out the tartness of the berries, you can't really taste it.
- Use your favorite granola, I use Nature's Path Pumpkin Flax or my homemade PB Granola.
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Cindy Gordon says
This is delicious and perfect for the busy back to school mornings I have coming up!
Rebecca says
exactly! good luck with back to school
Nicole Triebe says
As silly as it sounds, i've never thought to put granola on my smoothie! This looks delicious!
Rebecca says
I didn't either before getting it in college! it's a game changer
michaela says
I have all of the ingredients for these on hand! This will be breakfast today! Thanks so much!
Rebecca says
yay! it's so delicious! let me know how it turned out
Danielle says
We love adding granola to our smoothies too. It makes it much more of a filling meal.
Rebecca says
yes! it does
Jamie Young says
Adding spinach to my grocery list now so I can make these for breakfast tomorrow! Delicious recipe!
Rebecca says
yay! let me know how it turns out
Abbey Sharp says
Really love the granola topping for a nice balance of crunch! Great way to start the day
Rebecca says
right?! it's delish
GiGi Eats says
Mmm!! Sounds and looks like a satiating breakfast! 🙂
Rebecca says
thanks! it really is
Emily @Sinful Nutrition says
Everything's better with granola! Love how easy this is!
Rebecca says
right?!
Kelly says
Berries are my favorite fruit, so I'm totally in on tripling and making a sweet smoothie like this!
Rebecca says
right?! they're the best
Deborah Brooks says
Simple and delicious I love granola in smoothies
Rebecca says
isn't it the best?!
Angela Cardamone @marathonsandmotivation.com says
This sounds so amazing! I am just getting back into making smoothies, so will give this a try!!
Rebecca says
let me know how it turns out
Mikki says
Love how you worked the spinach in there! Looks delicious!
Rebecca says
thanks Mikki
Cindy Gordon says
We have been wanting to UP our smoothie game. I love this idea of adding in granola!
Rebecca says
yay!
Kelly Anthony says
What a great way to start your morning. My kids won't even know I've added some veggies to their breakfast. Thanks for this delicious recipe.
Rebecca says
totally!
Beth says
Smoothies are such a quick, easy, healthy breakfast! Perfect for busy mornings on the go! I love all of the berries in this one! And the crunchy granola!
Rebecca says
thanks!
Shadi Hasanzadenemati says
This sounds like the perfect breakfast for any day of the week!
Rebecca says
it totally is! thanks
Jamie Young says
I love when you have something delicious that you find out at a restaurant (or in this case, the student center) and it inspires you to make a really tasty recipe at home. My kids will love this! Thank you!
Rebecca says
right?! it's the best
camila says
I love putting granola in my smoothie! This looks great!
Rebecca says
me too! thanks!
Kelly Anthony says
Love this fast and easy breakfast that will be sure to satisfy everyone.
Rebecca says
thanks!
Elaine Benoit says
I'm always looking for fun smoothies to make and this berry smoothy looks perfect! Especially with the addition of the granola as it gives me something to chew!
Rebecca says
ohhh yes, something to chew is so important! that's part of why I love adding granola, just didn't quite realize it haha