You know that feeling after you've been in beast mode at the gym — when you push yourself to the limit, sweat [1] like you were caught in a rainstorm, or lift heavier weights than ever before? Yeah, that feeling is called hunger.
But instead of having an empty-calorie snack that'll just leave you hungry again five minutes later, pull together a quick, healthy smoothie [2] to wash away your post-workout lack of fuel. With only a few ingredients, you can vary flavors so that you won't get bored too quickly, and you can even tailor smoothies to the specific needs of your muscles. Muscle cramps [3] after a workout? Add a banana! Is your sweet tooth acting up? Add in some berries!
Here are 18 delicious smoothie recipes that will rock your taste buds while keeping your hanger in check and your body on point.
Strawberry Banana Spinach Smoothie
Get the recipe: strawberry banana spinach smoothie [5]
Pineapple Kale Smoothie
Get the recipe: pineapple kale smoothie [6]
Strawberry-Watermelon Hydrating Smoothie
Get the recipe: strawberry-watermelon hydrating smoothie [7]
Metabolism-Boosting Smoothie
Get the recipe: metabolism-boosting smoothie [8]
Monkey Flip Smoothie
Get the recipe: monkey flip smoothie [9]
Banana Berry Peanut Butter Smoothie
Get the recipe: banana berry peanut butter smoothie [10]
Cracked Oats Smoothie
Get the recipe: cracked oats smoothie [11]
Nutty Chocolate Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Get the recipe: nutty chocolate strawberry banana smoothie [12]
Orange Spinach Smoothie
Get the recipe: orange spinach smoothie [13]
Cherry Smoothie
Get the recipe: cherry smoothie [14]
Banana Choco-Malt Smoothie
Get the recipe: banana choco-malt smoothie [15]
Banana Bread Smoothie
Get the recipe: banana bread smoothie [16]
Tropical Coconut Water Smoothie
Get the recipe: tropical coconut water smoothie [17]
Fig Honey Yogurt Smoothie
Get the recipe: fig honey yogurt smoothie [18]
Pear Weight-Loss Smoothie
Get the recipe: pear weight-loss smoothie [19]
Vegan Vanilla Protein Smoothie
Get the recipe: vegan vanilla protein smoothie [20]
Chocolate Superfood Smoothie
Get the recipe: chocolate superfood smoothie [21]
Flat-Belly Smoothie
Get the recipe: flat-belly smoothie [22]