Smoothies are a quick and easy way to pack in nutrients, especially on busy mornings — but the key to making them work? Having your fruit ready to go.

Freezing fruit is one of the best ways to preserve produce for smoothies. It reduces waste, saves money, and makes blending a breeze.

🧊 How to Freeze Fruit for Smoothies

• Wash all produce thoroughly.
• Peel (if needed) and cut fruit into ready-to-use pieces.
• Flash freeze: Spread fruit on a lined tray and freeze for a few hours.
• Transfer to freezer-safe bags or containers.
• Label everything with the fruit name, portion size, and date.

🍓 My Top 3 Smoothie -Freezer-Friendly Fruits (Other Than Bananas)

1️⃣ Strawberries / Blueberries

• Wash and dry completely.

• Hull strawberries, leave blueberries whole.

• Flash freeze and bag.

✅ Great for: Berry blends, oat smoothies, parfaits

2️⃣ Mango

• Peel, remove pit, and dice into chunks.

• Flash freeze in ½-cup portions.

✅ Great for: Tropical smoothies, mango lassi, green smoothies

3️⃣ Watermelon

• Cut into cubes and remove seeds.

• Flash freeze and store in small bags.

✅ Great for: Juices, refreshing summer smoothies

🧃 Bonus: Freeze Liquid Bases in Ice Cube Trays

• Coconut water
• Almond milk
• Green tea
• Yogurt

Perfect for boosting your smoothie texture and flavor!

📦 Best Containers for Freezing

• Freezer bags: Space-saving and stackable (choose reusable silicone if possible)
• Glass jars: Great for single-serve portions; use wide-mouth jars to avoid cracking
• Silicone molds or ice trays: Ideal for purees, liquids, or greens

🥣 Make-Ahead Smoothie Portions

Prep individual freezer bags or mason jars with your favorite fruits:

• ½ banana
• ½ cup berries
• ½ cup mango
• 1 cube of spinach or yogurt (optional)

Label with “Add 1 cup liquid” on the outside. Great for portion control and busy mornings!

📏 Portion Guide for Freezing

Fruit	Portion Size	Smoothie Servings
Strawberries	½ cup sliced	1 smoothie
Blueberries	¼ cup whole	1 smoothie
Mango	½ cup chunks	1 smoothie
Watermelon	¾ cup cubes	1 smoothie or juice
Spinach (puree)	2 tbsp cube	1 smoothie

🫚 Bonus: Ginger Two-Way Prep for Smoothies & More

🔹 Option 1: Chunk It

• Peel the whole ginger root using a spoon.
• Cut into slices or chunks.
• Flash freeze, then store in a labeled freezer bag.
• ✅ Great for smoothies, teas, or quick grating into meals.

🔹 Option 2: Blend It

• Blend a large batch of peeled ginger with a splash of water.
• Freeze into ice cube trays.
• ✅ Great for smoothies, stews, stir-fries, sauces—you name it.

💡 Stretch Hint: Don’t toss the peels! I save ginger skins with veggie scraps in a freezer bag to use for homemade broth.

🧊 Stretch Tip: Use Silicone Ice Cube Trays

• They’re flexible and make popping cubes out a breeze.
• Great for portioning out small amounts of smoothie ingredients or add-ins.
• Reusable and easy to wash—better for the planet and your budget.

✅ Perfect for ginger puree, coconut water, lime or lemon juices, or even blended greens.

🍹 Bonus: Enjoy these simple Smoothie Recipes

1. Tropical Green Smoothie

Ingredients:

– ½ cup frozen mango

– ½ banana

– ½ cup spinach or 1 frozen cube

– 1 cup coconut water or almond milk

Instructions: Blend all ingredients until smooth. Add ice if needed, add your favorite smoothie toppings and enjoy immediately!

2. Berry Breakfast Blend

Ingredients:

– ½ cup frozen strawberries

– ¼ cup frozen blueberries

– 1 tbsp peanut butter or almond butter

– 1 tbsp flax or chia seeds

– 1 cup oat milk or soy milk

Instructions: Blend all ingredients until creamy. Perfect for breakfast on the go!

Want to stretch your fruit and make smoothie prep easy?
Find the Freezer Guide under the FREE DOWNLOADS section for step-by-step tips on how to wash, prep, and portion fruits like berries, mangoes, and pineapple—so you’re always ready to blend!

Thanks for reading!
Join me next time in Week 3: Herbs That Last as we turn our attention to fresh herbs—freezing, drying, and stretching them to flavor your meals all year long. I’ll walk you through how to preserve herbs like basil, parsley, rosemary, and more, so you can boost flavor and reduce waste with every meal.

💛 Whether you’re here to save money, reduce food waste, or make healthier meals for your family—I’m so glad you’re on this journey with me. Keep stretching those ingredients and savoring every bite.

With love,
Alice aka SpiceQueen
Creator of The Stretch Pantry