Vegan Coconut Citrus Julius

Indulge in the creamy and refreshing delight of this Vegan Coconut Citrus Julius, a tropical twist on the classic orange beverage. Bursting with the bright, zesty flavor of fresh orange juice and orange zest, this dairy-free smoothie achieves its rich creaminess from full-fat coconut milk and a frozen banana. A touch of maple syrup and vanilla extract add just the right amount of natural sweetness, while a pinch of sea salt enhances the vibrant citrus notes. Ready in just 5 minutes, this easy-to-make beverage is perfectly chilled with ice cubes and serves as a refreshing treat for two. Serve it with a garnish of orange slices or shredded coconut to elevate its visual appeal. Perfect as a vegan breakfast smoothie or a midday pick-me-up, this recipe is a citrus lover’s dream and packed with tropical goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Fresh orange juice
• 0.75 cups Full-fat coconut milk
• 1 medium Frozen banana
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoons Orange zest
• 1 cup Ice cubes
• 1 pinch Pinch of sea salt

Directions

Step 1

Peel the banana and slice it into smaller chunks, if not already done, for easier blending.

Step 2

In a high-speed blender, add the fresh orange juice, full-fat coconut milk, frozen banana, maple syrup, vanilla extract, orange zest, ice cubes, and a pinch of sea salt.

Step 3

Blend on high speed until the mixture is creamy and smooth. Stop the blender and scrape down the sides as needed.

Step 4

Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness as desired by adding a little more maple syrup, if necessary.

Step 5

Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Step 6

Optional: Garnish with a slice of orange or a sprinkle of shredded coconut for presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(560.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	582.7

Total Fat 43.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 610.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 34.3g
Protein 5.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 36.8mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 909.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.2%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 33.2%