Fruits for Smoothies

As many fruits as there are available at the market, there is a group of fruits that are perfect for making smoothies. It all depends on flavor combinations and balancing sweet, sour, mild or bitter notes. If you have a complete list of possible fruits for smoothies, you will then be able to create many different combinations of fruit smoothies. Smoothies are a fun, fresh and healthy way to get the day started. So let's get started on our list of fruits and their nutritional value.

Apples- Great source of vitamin C and pectin.

Apricots- Full of vitamins A, C, E, and K. Also has lots of beta-carotene and potassium.

Bananas- Contains potassium, vitamins A, B, C, and E.

Berries- Blackberries, raspberries, and blueberries are a good source of vitamin C, magnesium and potassium.

Cherries- Source of vitamin C and potassium.

Citrus- Loaded with vitamin C and B1

Cranberries- Has lots of vitamin C.

Grapes- Good source of vitamins B1, C, E, and also potassium.

Guava- Good source of vitamin C and potassium.

Kiwi- Good source of vitamin C.

Mango- Great for vitamins A, B6, C and E.

Melons- Cantaloupe, honeydew and watermelon contain vitamins A, C and B6

Papaya- Vitamins A, C, and beta-carotene.

Peaches- Peaches, plums and nectarines are packed with vitamins A, C and fiber.

Pears- Vitamins A, B1, B2, C, E, niacin and folic acid.

Pineapple- Source of manganese, vitamin B1, B6, C, copper and fiber.

Strawberries- Strawberries are rich in vitamins C and K.