Smoothie

Blended drinks called batidas (or licuados) are served at fruit bars throughout Latin America. Milk or freshly squeezed orange juice is used as the base, then fruit is added and the mixture is blended to the consistency of a thick shake. Batidas are often enjoyed as a mid-morning or afternoon snack, but they're also delicious as cocktails later in the day. We tried various kinds of sugar to rim the glasses — from coarse crystals of sanding sugar to small grains of granulated sugar — and the only difference is in the appearance.

Peel, slice, and freeze bananas in resealable plastic bags to use as a nutritious thickener for a variety of smoothies.

Aam Lassi I guarantee that even if you think you don't like yogurt you will love this shake. Combined with mangoes and blended until frothy, lassi is always refreshing, not just at mealtime. The bubbly froth subsides when lassi stands awhile, so whip it again in the blender or whisk it just before serving.

The best smoothies are made with very ripe fruit. Mango, pineapple and banana team up with light coconut milk in this one.

Sweetened with dates and boosted with coffee, this fruity smoothie gets its creamy texture from a simple trick: puréeing the dates before adding the frozen fruit.

This green smoothie gets its kick of nutrients from a heap of spinach or kale and its energizing tropical vibes from coconut water.

A grown-up drinkable take on the classic combo of PB&J, with tahini for nutty richness and cinnamon and vanilla for a little added complexity.

Sweet strawberry, zingy ginger, and creamy yogurt join forces in this punchy pink refresher. Added dates ensure the final smoothie isn’t overly tart.

Everything you want in an easy strawberry smoothie, it’s perfectly creamy from milk, Greek yogurt, and bananas, and just sweet enough from a dollop of honey.

Frozen citrus pieces make the base of this refreshing slushy that is salty and sour with a slightly spicy kick!

Mangoes and turmeric contain vitamins and antioxidants that are said to help brighten dull skin.

High in B vitamins, cucumbers both cool and calm you.

Mangoes are packed with vitamins C and A, both of which provide major skin-brightening benefits. Lime and chile keep this slushy spicy and bright.

This slushy has just enough ginger to let you know you’re ALIVE.

A pinch of salt makes everything taste better, including savory smoothies.

Tired of the same old yogurt for breakfast? This blackberry smoothie recipe keeps things interesting (yet healthy!).