Stay nourished during pregnancy with an easy Pregnancy Smoothie. This is an easy way to get a dose of veggies, protein, healthy fats, iron, and vitamin C—all in a really yummy (and low-acid) smoothie!
During all three of my pregnancies, I relied on smoothies as an easy meal that would fill me up, not exacerbate my nausea (it was endless!) and help me get the nutrients I knew I needed.
This simple Pregnancy Smoothie was one that I used as a base, and then varied it based on what I had on hand. It was a favorite healthy pregnancy snack, and it’s one that I still make for myself all of these years later.
I did my best to make this low in acid, so it doesn’t cause any issues with reflux, and to pack it with nutrients—while still being delicious.
(You may also like my Lactation Cookies, Freezer Meals, Lactation Smoothie, easy Pregnancy Recipes, and Coconut Chia Pudding to stay nourished, too.)
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Ingredients You Need
To make this Pregnancy Smoothie recipe, you’ll need to have the following ingredients on hand and ready to go.
- Yogurt: I like to use full-fat Greek yogurt here for plenty of protein, calcium, and satisfying fats. I opt for plain, but you can use vanilla if you prefer.
- Frozen mango: Using frozen mango ensures that the smoothie is sweet and it turns out super creamy.
- Frozen blueberries: This adds antioxidants, fiber, color, and bright berry flavor.
- Hemp seeds: This ingredient adds protein, fiber, and beneficial fats which help to make the Pregnancy Smoothie more filling.
- Optional for more nutrients: Avocado for additional fiber and beneficial fats, frozen kale or spinach for iron and fiber, protein powder for added protein.
TIP: The only way I could tolerate the flavor of greens in smoothies during pregnancy was to freeze greens first. This knocks down the “green” flavor, which helped immensely.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Here’s a look at how to make this Pregnancy Smoothie recipe. Scroll down to the bottom of the post for the full how-to.
- Add the ingredients to the blender.
- Starting on low, blend smooth as you work up to high speed.
- Sweeten to taste and serve immediately.
TIP: Use the stick that came with the blender or stop and start a few times as needed to get the mixture going. Add an extra splash of orange juice as needed if the mixture is too thick.
Pregnancy Smoothie FAQs
Smoothies are a great option for pregnancy since they are an easy way to pack in a lot of nutrition in an easy to eat format. They may be easier to tolerate than some other foods if you’re having aversions.
I like to add fruits, veggies, protein, and healthy fats to a smoothie to help it feel satisfying—while being delicious.
To add more protein to your pregnancy smoothie, add a scoop of protein powder; 1-2 tablespoons nut or seed butter like peanut butter, almond butter, sunflower seed butter, or cashew butter; or 2 tablespoons hemp seeds.
Best Tips for Success
- Use kefir in place of the yogurt for probiotics.
- Add additional hemp or flax seeds or fish oil for additional fats.
- Use the stick that came with the blender or stop and start a few times as needed to get the mixture going. Add an extra splash of orange juice as needed if the mixture seems thick.
- You may also like my Lactation Smoothie, Chocolate Smoothie (with Veggies), Easy Strawberry Smoothie, and my go-to Postpartum Freezer Meals.
More Pregnancy Recipes
I’d love to hear your feedback on this recipe, so please comment below to share!
Favorite Pregnancy Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat milk preferred)
- ½ cup orange juice
- ½ cup frozen mango cubes
- ½ cup frozen wild blueberries
- 2 tablespoons hemp seeds
- Optional: 1 tablespoon maple syrup, ¼ cup kale or spinach, 1 scoop protein powder
Instructions
- Add the ingredients to the blender.
- Blend smooth, starting on low and working up to high. (Use the stick that came with the blender or stop and start as needed if the mixture needs any encouragement to blend up.)
- Taste and add a little maple syrup for sweetness if needed
- Serve immediately.
Equipment
Notes
- This is best consumed right away, but you can store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. It will become thinner consistency-wise, but just shake it up and enjoy.
- To add more protein to your Pregnancy Smoothie, add a scoop of protein powder or 1-2 tablespoons nut or seed butter like peanut butter, almond butter, sunflower seed butter, or cashew butter.
- Use kefir in place of the yogurt for probiotics.
- Add additional hemp or flax seeds or fish oil for additional fats.
Nutrition
This post was first published August 2021.
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