Coconut Blackberry Smoothie – there are greens in here, but you’d never know it! This Coconut Blackout Smoothie recipe comes from Becky Striepe’s eBook, 40 Days of Green Smoothies. Keep reading to get the recipe for this delicious dairy free smoothie and for a chance to win your very own copy of this eBook!
When I gave up coffee last year, I replaced my morning cup pot of joe with a green smoothie or green juice. It’s a healthy habit that I’ve now been able to stick with several months. I love getting a big dose of greens in the morning. It helps me feel healthy and energized – a feeling that lasts throughout my day helping me make better choices all day long.
If you’re looking to start a green smoothie habit too, I’ve got just the book to help you – 40 Days of Green Smoothies by Becky Striepe: Kickstart your mornings with this 40 day program designed to develop your green smoothie habit!! Keep reading to find out why it’s so awesome, get the recipe for this dreamy blackberry smoothie, and enter for a chance to WIN a copy for yourself!
Drink Your Greens
You know how healthy and nutrient dense leafy greens are and you also know that your kids (or you, for that matter) probably aren’t eating enough of them. Adding them to smoothies is the perfect way to hide them and still reap the nutritional benefits. Becky has mastered the perfect balance of sweet fruits and leafy greens so the whole family will enjoy drinking these. Each recipe makes enough for one – so you might want to double it up if your spouse is drinking, too, or if you’re serving littles.
My daughters just wandered over as I’m writing this and one pointed to the picture of the Coconut Blackout Smoothie saying “Yummmmm. I remember when we drank that!” I thought I’d ask for their thoughts on this particular smoothie to share with all of you. Here goes – C says, “Yummy. I LOVE this pink smoothie.” K says, “Mommy makes the best smoothies. Can we have that again one day?” There you have it – kid approved! (Side note – these little ladies turn 5 in 2 weeks. Time, please stand still!)
Photo Reprinted with permission from 40 Days of Green Smoothies, © Becky Striepe.
40 Days of Green Smoothies
40 days! That’s 6 full weeks of smoothie recipes, including this blackberry smoothie, to start your day off on the right track. Becky includes tips throughout the book to help you stay on track and make the most of your ingredients. She even includes weekly shopping lists for you. And most of the recipes in any given week share a lot of the same ingredients (and carry over to the following weeks) so your shopping lists are actually quite small.
Even though I’ve been on my own green smoothie kick for the last several months, I find myself falling into the habit of making the same ones over and over. My Coconut Water Smoothie w/ Berries & Spinach and my Superfood Smoothie have been in high rotation over here! I was super excited to try out Becky’s recipes and start adding some more variety to the mix!
Check out some of the super creative smoothie recipes you’ll find in this book:
- Pineapple Parfait
- Raspberry Beret
- Spicy Mango Tango
- Ginger Cherry Cream
- Tropical Chocolate Milk
- Beet Greens & Berries
Not to mention some of the classic flavors as well – all with added greens of course:
- Strawberries & Cream
- Blueberry Shake
- My Apple Pie
- Pumpkin Pie
There is so much variety in the book – your tastebuds definitely won’t get bored! Which one are you most excited to try?
Coconut Blackout Smoothie (Coconut Blackberry Smoothie)
I hope you love this Coconut Blackout Smoothie as much as we do. Trust me, if you like this one, you’ll love the rest too, so make sure to enter below to win a copy of 40 Days of Green Smoothies for yourself. And, as always, if you make this, please come back and leave me a comment below with your feedback and star rating. You can also find me on social media. Be sure to tag @veggie_inspired and #veggieinspired so I’m sure to see it!
- 1 banana
- 1/2 cup frozen blackberries
- 1/2 cup of lettuce
- 1/2 cup light coconut milk
- 1/4-1/2 cup of water (as needed to get things moving)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 3 ice cubes
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Puree until smooth.
Reprinted with permission from 40 Days of Green Smoothies, © Becky Striepe. Notes from Veggie Inspired: I used part romaine and part green leaf lettuce for this smoothie that I had already chopped for a salad the night before. I like to grind my chia seeds in a coffee grinder before adding them to the smoothie to ensure there are no full seeds left. You can eat the seeds whole, I just simply prefer them ground.
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Agness of Run Agness Run says
I think that we are what we eat, so healthy recipes are welcome in my life! This smoothie won my heart, Jenn!
Jenn S. says
I agree that we are what we eat. All credit for this smoothie goes to Becky of Glue & Glitter though!
Denise Scammel says
Would love to get this receipt- not to mention the book?.
Sounds delicious! Thank you for your healthy helps?
Jenn S. says
Thanks, Denise. Enjoy!
Heidi says
I need to get inspired with new smoothie recipes! I’d love to start with the cherry ginger cream!
Jenn S. says
I love the name of that one! Sounds like something straight from a retro soda shop – yum!! Good luck, Heidi!
MichelleS says
My favorite ‘green’ smoothie is actually from Vitamix, it’s not too sweet and makes me feel great!
Blend the following together:
1/2 cup water
1 cup green grapes
1/2 cup pineapple chunks
1/2 ripe banana peeled
2 cups fresh spinach packed
1/2 cup ice cubes
Yum!
Jenn S. says
Ooooh, grapes! I don’t think I’ve ever added grapes to a smoothie, but I love the sound of it! Considering I have a Vitamix, I probably have that same recipe sitting in my cabinet…ha! Thanks, Michelle!
Paige Wulfert says
these recipes look great! I just got a new blender and would love to win the ebook! Can’t wait to try the raspberry coconut one
Jenn S. says
Perfect! You will love it! You gotta break that thing in! 🙂
Kimmy Ripley says
I am new to this and would love some inspiration for green smoothies! I am so ready to get healthy this year.
Jenn S. says
Great, Kimmy! This ebook would be perfect for you! In the meantime, search for smoothies on my blog – there are quite a few! 🙂 Thanks and good luck!
Carolsue says
Mine is avocado, banana, spinach and kale with some vanilla Greek yogurt and almond milk
Jenn S. says
Sounds delicious! Good luck, Carolsue!
Christine - Jar Of Lemons says
I’ve been super into smoothies lately. I haven’t tried combining coconut and blackberry, but this looks delicious! Will be trying it out soon! 🙂
Jenn S. says
I think you would love it, Christine! Thank you!
Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day says
Coconut and berries is such a delicious combination! I love your beautiful photos, Jenn!
Jenn S. says
Thank you, Amy!
Sarah says
I LOVE my smoothies and a smoothie bowls! This looks simply delicious. I can’t remember the last time I had a blackberry smoothie and I have some in the freezer.
Jenn S. says
Time to get those out of the freezer!! 🙂 Thanks, Sarah!
Liz King says
Hi Jenn, love your site! And thanks for all the smoothie recipes. I have been a smoothie lover for years and your post inspired me to get back on the wagon. I find it hard to drink cold stuff in the winter but hey I can go stand next to the heater vent!My favorite smoothie is a combo of frozen banana, a green leafy, some berries, some non-dairy milk, and a tiny shot of stevia. I’m not very precise in my measurements which leads to lots of surprises.
Jenn S. says
Thank you so much, Liz! Some of the best recipes come from just tossing in ingredients without measuring – love it!
Talia says
I don’t really have a “favorite” one….I throw some fruit and a little bit of spinach in there and add liquid until I get it thin enough….maybe I need some actual recipes! But I can’t eat bananas, and most recipes use them as a thickener. Any possible substitutions???
Jenn S. says
Hi, Talia. Not all of them add bananas. Avocado, dairy free yogurt, nut butters, flax meal, and chia seeds are all great ways to thicken without banana. Or just use less liquid.
Pam says
Do you have a suggested portion to substitute for each banana? I also can’t eat bananas and i find flax meal thickens up with time so judging the amount in the blender is tough.
Jenn S. says
I would start with a tablespoon and use less liquid. Pour the liquid in slowly while the blender is running and stop when you get the consistency you are looking for. Good luck!
jacquie says
I have never had a smoothie which is why I need to win this e-book and buy a blender.
Jenn S. says
Oh my goodness, YES, you do need this!! Time to get your smoothie on! 🙂
amanda -runtothefinish says
I totally go through phases where I am doing a morning green smoothie and then I stop for a week or so. I had one dally for like 2 years, so i’m not sure what changed.Maybe I need some new ideas like this ebook!
Jenn S. says
Wow, 2 years! That’s commitment. I think you do need this book – get back into it! 🙂
Jessica Flory says
My favorite smoothie EVER (and what we had for breakfast on my birthday!) is this: 2 frozen sliced bananas, 2T peanut butter, 2T cocoa powder, milk, and spinach. Soooo good!! Tastes like a peanut butter chocolate shake!
Jenn S. says
Oh yes! I make something very similar, but I always add an apple to it. Definitely one of our faves too!
Dianne's Vegan Kitchen says
Isn’t Becky’s book great? I’ve made a few of the recipes, but I haven’t made this one – yet.
Jenn S. says
Yes! I love it. I’m currently sipping on the Chocolate Shake – sooooo good! Of course, my kids went crazy for this one too. I mean, chocolate!
Mary Ellen - VNutrition says
This looks so delicious! I love berries and coconut so this will be on my to-make list!
Jenn S. says
You will love it, Mary Ellen!
Megan says
WOW! This Smoothie looks delicious! I love blackberries in anything so I am super excited to try this! And 40 days of smoothies….count me in!
Jenn S. says
I love how creative they are too! She doesn’t just use kale and spinach…but things like chard and parsley too! Thanks, Megan!
Tracey says
My favorite green smoothie is Oh She Glows Green Monster 🙂
Jenn S. says
I haven’t had that one, but I love Oh She Glows! I bet it’s awesome!