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This refreshing green cucumber smoothie is light, creamy, and full of fresh fruit and greens. Quick to make and easy to customize. Perfect for a feel-good start to your day!
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Whenever I need a refreshing boost during the day, I blend up one of my favorite green smoothies. It’s cool, creamy, and loaded with fresh fruits and greens that leave me feeling energized and ready to take on whatever’s next. I especially love how light and crisp it tastes—perfect for mornings or as a mid-afternoon pick-me-up.
This Cucumber Smoothie is a blend of cucumber, pineapple, berries, and greens comes together in just minutes and always hits the spot. Even if you’re not usually into “green drinks,” this one has just the right balance of flavors—sweet from the fruit, mild from the greens, and oh-so-refreshing.
Cucumber Smoothie Ingredients You’ll Need
- Almond milk – A creamy, dairy-free base with a mild nutty flavor.
- Apple juice – Naturally sweet and brightens up the flavor.
- Cucumber – Light and hydrating with a crisp, clean taste. I usually peel and slice it before blending.
- Banana – Adds natural sweetness and helps make the texture silky smooth.
- Frozen strawberries – Full of juicy flavor and perfect for keeping the smoothie chilled.
- Pineapple – Bright, tropical, and one of my favorite smoothie add-ins.
- Leafy greens – I like using a mix of baby spinach, kale, and chard—but feel free to use whatever greens you have on hand!
How to Make A Cucumber Smoothie
Putting this smoothie together is super easy:
- Start by adding the almond milk and apple juice to your blender.
- Add in the cucumber, banana, frozen strawberries, pineapple, and greens.
- Blend everything until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy!
No need for ice cubes—thanks to the frozen fruit, it’s perfectly chilled and ready to go.
Easy Customization Ideas
This green smoothie is endlessly adaptable. Here are some of my favorite ways to mix it up:
Milk swaps – Oat milk, coconut milk, or even regular milk all work great.
Extra protein – Try adding protein powder, chia seeds, or a spoonful of peanut butter.
Different greens – Use what you have: spinach, romaine, kale, or even lettuce.
Natural sweeteners – Add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup if you want it a little sweeter.
Fruit options – Mango, blueberries, grapes, or peaches all blend beautifully.
Add flavor – A dash of cinnamon or some fresh mint leaves can really brighten things up.
Make-Ahead and Storage Tips
While I usually make this smoothie fresh, it can be prepped ahead of time too. If I’m in a rush, I’ll blend it the night before and keep it in the fridge in a covered jar. It’s best within 24 hours, but you can also freeze it and let it thaw in the fridge when you’re ready to enjoy it.
Reviews From Our Readers
“So cool and refreshing! Thank you for a great recipe!”
-Melissa
Frequently Asked Questions
Sure! I love incorporating it into my weekly routine, especially when I’m craving something light and hydrating. Just make sure to keep meals balanced overall.
Any blender will do the trick. Just blend a little longer if you’re using one that isn’t high-powered to make sure everything’s nice and smooth.
Frozen fruit helps give the smoothie a thick, chilled texture without needing ice. But fresh fruit works too—just add a few ice cubes if you want it cold.
You can easily substitute with oat milk, coconut milk, or even water. Just use what you like and what you have on hand.
Why I Love This Blend
This Cucumber Smoothie is one of those blends that just makes me feel good. It’s light but satisfying, and I always feel a little more refreshed after sipping it. I love that it uses simple ingredients I usually have in the fridge, and it only takes a few minutes to make.
Plus, the flavor is so balanced—you get the sweetness of the fruit without it being overpowering, and the greens blend right in without making the drink too “earthy.” It’s a great way to sneak in a little extra produce in a way that actually tastes delicious.
Cucumber Smoothie
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/2 cup apple juice or orange juice
- 1/2 cucumber
- 1/2 banana
- 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 cup pineapple
- 2 handfuls leafy greens I did a combo of spinach, kale, and chard
Instructions
- Add liquids to the blender first.
- Add all the remaining ingredients.
- Blend until smooth.
- Makes one serving (250 calories)
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Notes
Recipe Tips:
- For a thicker smoothie, use more frozen fruit or add Greek yogurt.
- For added protein, blend in chia seeds, nut butter, or a scoop of protein powder.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 24 hours or freeze for later.
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If you try it, I’d love to hear what you think! Did you make any fun substitutions? Leave a comment below and let me know 💚
Sooooo good
Cool Cucumber Smoothie
Although I like almonds not a big fan of Almond milk. Can I use regular skim milk by any chance?
Sure!
So cool and refreshing! Thank you for a great recipe!
What a cool and refreshing drink for summer! Can’t wait to enjoy this all summer long!
I am excited to try this!! I am all about healthy recipes & I love smoothies!!
So refreshing and delicious! Perfect for this time of year.
Definitely healthy but also tasty! I just did all kale so I can get my calcium in!
i made this without the kale and pineapple and strawberries it looked rly healthy and it for sure tasted healthy probably should put all the ingredients in next time
Yes, the pineapple and strawberries do give the smoothie so much flavor and sweetness. The kale adds a lot of nutrition to the smoothie and the bitter flavor is covered up by the fruit.
The Green Smoothie looks healthy. I must try it! Sounds great too. I can not believe it is almost the middle of Jan. already! This month is flying by pretty fast. Looking forward to your great recipes this year.
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I used a Vitamix blender to make this delicious smoothie. Turned out wonderful – thank you!