Cran Orange Smoothie
Brighten your mornings or refresh your afternoons with this vibrant and tangy Cran Orange Smoothie, a delightful blend of seasonal flavors and wholesome ingredients. Featuring fresh cranberries, zesty orange juice, and a creamy base of frozen banana and Greek yogurt, this smoothie strikes the perfect balance between tart and sweet. A touch of honey enhances its natural sweetness, while a hint of orange zest adds an aromatic citrus twist. Ready in just 5 minutes, it's an effortless yet nutrient-packed way to energize your day. Serve it chilled with optional fresh mint for a pop of color and flavor—this smoothie is as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for breakfast, a midday snack, or post-workout refreshment!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1.5 cups orange juice
- 1 frozen banana
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the fresh cranberries thoroughly under cold water to remove any debris.
Step 2
In a high-speed blender, combine the cranberries, orange juice, frozen banana, honey, Greek yogurt, and ice cubes.
Step 3
Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no large cranberry pieces left.
Step 4
Add the orange zest and blend for an additional 10 seconds to incorporate it into the smoothie.
Step 5
Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey if desired.
Step 6
Pour the smoothie into two glasses.
Step 7
Top with fresh mint leaves for garnish, if using.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1226g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 684.0 |
| Total Fat 6.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 24.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 91.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 134.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 96.3g | |
| Protein 30.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 348.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1653.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories