You Should Be Putting Cauliflower Into Every Smoothie You Drink

Smoothies are a great way to start the day—especially if you want to fuel up fast. Quick to blend up and easy to sip on-the-go, they're also a simple way to load up on nutrients—especially if you're whipping up veggie smoothies.

Often, though, smoothies are made primarily with fruit. While a little fruit can give a blend some much-needed sweetness (and provide extra nutrients), too much just leads to sugar overload.

Balancing out your smoothie's fruit with the right veggies can help keep it balanced and satisfying—without sacrificing a shred of deliciousness.

“When you add veggies to a smoothie, you get extra vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants," says nutritionist Amy Gorin, RDN, owner of Amy Gorin Nutrition in the New York City area. “Vegetables also tend to be lower in calories than fruit, which is another nice benefit.”

Milder veggies and leafy greens—like spinach, cauliflower, and kale—are some of the most popular smoothie add-ins, since they don't overpower the other flavors you're mixing up.

Gorin recommends adding a handful of greens or vegetables to your go-to smoothie recipe—but if you need a little more inspiration, here are 20 veggie smoothies you'll look forward to sipping on.