Strawberry and banana make a useful first smoothie for a new recipe collection. Strawberries bring a bright, slightly tart flavor, while ripe banana gives the drink a thicker body. Orange juice supplies the liquid, so this version needs neither milk nor yogurt. It is a straightforward option when you want a fruit smoothie with a short shopping list.
Pineapple and lime make a bright combination, with banana bringing enough body to turn the fruit into a smoothie. There is no milk or yogurt in the base, and the short ingredient list lets the pineapple flavor lead. It is a useful choice when you have a small amount of cut pineapple to finish.
Kiwi brings a pleasantly tart note to mango and banana, while pineapple juice supplies the liquid for this shareable fruit smoothie. The tiny kiwi seeds remain visible after blending, giving the drink a speckled appearance. That is part of its character rather than a sign that it needs endless blending.
Watermelon makes a light-textured smoothie with a gentle fruit flavor. Banana gives the mixture more body, and a small measure of apple juice helps everything blend. The result is a useful alternative when you want a fruit drink without the thickness of yogurt or avocado.
Cherries and vanilla give this smoothie a dessert-like flavor, while plain yogurt adds a gentle tang. Banana thickens the blend and helps bring the fruit flavors together. The recipe makes four small glasses, which suits a brunch table or a shared snack.