Try the newest ingredient in your morning smoothies to pack them with extra nutrients - Cauliflower. Here are Four Ways to Make Cauliflower Smoothies that are delicious! {gluten free}
Yes, I know how it sounds...Cauliflower in a smoothie? Gross, right?
NOT.
You will never be able to taste it so why not add some extra nutrients to your smoothie in the morning? Frozen cauliflower is readily available now at your local market, so get your hands on some and pack those smoothies! I keep riced cauliflower in my freezer and have even used it for make-ahead smoothie packs. Check out Costco for a great price on frozen riced cauliflower.
Why should you add cauliflower to your smoothie?
- vitamin C, potassium, and fiber
- low sugar
- adds creaminess
- will help you stay full longer
- you'll never taste it and neither will your kids!
Try these Four Ways to Make Cauliflower Smoothies and let me know what you think!
How do you Freeze Cauliflower for Smoothies?
It's so simple, just wash your cauliflower and cut it into florets. Lay the cauliflower on a sheet pan and freeze it for a few hours. This ensures that each piece is frozen and it won't all come out in one clump. Place portions into freezer bags and freeze again. You can also go ahead and add the berries or bananas and make smoothie freezer packs.
Easy Meal Prep for Clean Eating!
Green Cauliflower Smoothie
Equipment
- blender
Ingredients
- ½ cup frozen riced cauliflower
- ½ banana
- 1 cup coconut or almond milk
- 1 cup kale
- ½ cup frozen pineapple
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Instructions
- Throw all ingredients into a high powered blender and blend until mixed.
Nutrition
What Liquids Can I Put in My Smoothies?
- almond milk ( I like plain unsweetened Califia)
- coconut milk
- regular milk
- water
- coconut water
- green tea
- fresh squeezed juice
Strawberry Banana Cauliflower Smoothie
Ingredients
- ½ cup frozen cauliflower rice
- ½ banana
- 1 cup coconut or almond milk
- ½ cup frozen strawberries
- 1 tablespoon cashew or almond butter
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a high-powered blender until well blended.
Nutrition
Peachy Cauliflower Smoothie
Ingredients
- ½ cup frozen cauliflower rice
- ½ banana
- 1 cup almond or coconut milk
- ½ cup frozen peaches
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a high-powered blender until smooth.
Nutrition
Blueberry Cauliflower Smoothie
Ingredients
- ½ cup frozen cauliflower rice
- ½ banana
- 1 cup almond or coconut milk
- ½ cup frozen blueberries
- ½ cup gluten free oatmeal
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a high-powered blender and mix until smooth.
Nutrition
These Cauliflower Smoothie recipes are infinitely adaptable. If you end up using fresh fruit you may need to add some ice. Add nutritional boosts like flax seeds, chia seeds, nut butters, and oats!
Need more Smoothie Recipes? Check out my Guide to Simple Green Smoothies.
prasanna hede
what a wonderful way to have smoothies! loved the blueberry oatmeal one! I need to make some of these healthier drinks soon!
Katie
Why have I never thought of this before? That peachy keen one sounds RIGHT up my alley! Can't wait to try it out!
Ali from Home & Plate
wow...what a wonderful recipe to get your veggies in. This would work great on busy mornings with the kids and would keep them fulfilled for hours. Delish.
Debra C.
I love it! Why not cauliflower, people use spinach all the time and no one says ewe there! I love cauliflower, it's kind of the forgotten veggie. What a great addition and four amazing smoothies!
Patty @ Spoonabilities
Definitely going to try ALL of these smoothie recipes. I never thought of using cauliflower in my smoothie -- these look wonderful!
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen
A cauliflower smoothie? I'm totally curious Karen!! I love cauliflower, so I'll definitely need to try!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
Cauliflower is one of my fave veggies, but I can't say that I've ever had in a smoothie. Would totally try this out, though! I have a smoothie practically every day and this is a great way to mix it up 🙂 Those colours are so pretty too!
Traci | Vanilla And Bean
OMGgg.. I tried this for the first time this summer, Karen! I love how you've given us four new ways to give it a go! Delicious... my favorite is the green cauliflower smoothie! Pineapple FTW!
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary
I swear there is nothing cauliflower can't do, so I don't think cauliflower in a smoothie sounds gross at all! In fact, it sounds delicious!! Loving all four versions!! Can't wait to try them! Cheers!
annie@ciaochowbambina
Wow these are pretty.... I'm thinking I'll start with the blueberry oatmeal and work my way through!
Cindyt
Whatttt? How did I miss this? I am so glad I cruised through some of your recent posts. Definitely going to check this out. Admittedly, I did a double take, but you made a believer out of me. Peachy keen is my scene for sure! (Sorry I love rhyming wayyyy too much).
Karen Kelly
I'm glad you were cruising around too! Love having you here Cindy!