Smoothie Mood? We’ve Got You Covered.

Whether you’re rushing out the door, lounging in your jammies, or trying to convince yourself that spinach in a cup totally counts as self-care—smoothies are here for it. These colorful cups of goodness are fast, fuss-free, and packed with all the good stuff your body craves (yes, even on a Monday).

And the best part? There’s no wrong way to make a smoothie. As long as you’ve got some high-quality ingredients from your local Market of Choice, a decent blender, and a little enthusiasm, you’re essentially a smoothie sommelier. Let’s break it down.

Step 1: Pick Your Produce

When it comes to fruits and veggies, the sky’s the limit (or at least your fridge or freezer is). Classic berry blend? Go wild with blueberries, strawberries, blackberries and raspberries. Want something more tropical? Grab bananas, mangoes, pineapple, and oranges.
Feeling bold (or just need to sneak in some greens)? Toss in spinach, kale, chard, beet greens—or hey, those carrot tops you almost composted.

Pro tip: Frozen bananas and pineapple do wonders for masking anything that tastes “too healthy.”

Step 2: Add a Thickener (Creamy Magic)

For that perfect velvety texture, you’ll need a thickener. Nut butters are MVPs here—peanut, almond, cashew, or sunflower seed—but don’t stop there. Bananas, silken tofu, avocado, yogurt, cottage cheese, collagen powders or protein powders all bring their A-game. Want to live on the edge? Try cooked sweet potato. Trust us! It’s amazing.

Even a handful of ice will do the trick in a pinch—just be nice to your blender, okay?

Step 3: Pick Your Liquid Vibe

Time to get pour-happy. Go with milk or any milk alternative your heart desires—almond, oat, soy, hemp, coconut, cashew… basically, if it’s creamy and plant-based, it’s fair game. Want a tangy twist? Try kefir. Feeling fancy? Matcha or green tea works, too. Fruit juice also makes things pop—just watch the sugar content if that’s your thing.

Step 4: Load Up on the Fun Stuff

Here’s where things get interesting. Add-ins take your smoothie from “meh” to chef’s kiss. Toss in chia or flax seeds for a fiber and omega-3 boost. Want a little chocolate therapy? Cacao powder brings flavor and nutrients. Spice it up with cinnamon, nutmeg or fresh ginger (great for digestion and sounding cool at brunch).

Feeling indulgent? A swirl of honey or maple syrup never hurt anyone. Protein powders, collagen, or coconut oil from our Whole Health Department can also level things up—like the smoothie version of a power suit.

No Time? No Problem.

We get it. Some days, your blender is judging you from the corner and you’re fresh out of bananas. That’s why our Market Baristas are ready to whip up a smoothie or Super Blend for you—no prep, no cleanup, no excuses. Just walk in, sip happy, and walk out with nutrients in hand.

So next time your stomach growls and your brain says “ugh,” let a smoothie do the talking. You bring the cravings. We’ll bring the produce.

Mix it up: try our Acai Berry Smoothie Bowl recipe for a fun spin on a classic smoothie.