Citrus Dream Smoothie
Brighten your day with this refreshing and nutrient-packed Citrus Dream Smoothie, a vibrant blend of zesty oranges, tangy grapefruit, and a hint of lemon for an invigorating citrus explosion. This quick and easy recipe pairs these juicy fruits with creamy plain Greek yogurt for a dose of protein, a drizzle of honey for natural sweetness, and fresh mint leaves for a subtle aromatic twist. Perfectly chilled with ice and blended to silky smoothness, this smoothie is ready in just 10 minutes and serves as a revitalizing breakfast, energizing snack, or a post-workout treat. Serve it in a tall glass garnished with a sprig of mint for an elegant finishing touch. With its refreshing flavor, high vitamin C content, and all-natural ingredients, the Citrus Dream Smoothie is a guilt-free indulgence you'll crave again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole orange
- 1 whole grapefruit
- 1 whole lemon
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 0.5 cup water
- 6 leaves fresh mint leaves
Instructions
Peel the oranges, grapefruit, and lemon, making sure to remove as much of the white pith as possible to minimize bitterness.
Cut the peeled citrus fruits into quarters and remove any seeds.
Add the citrus fruit segments to a blender.
Spoon in the plain Greek yogurt, add the honey, and toss in the ice cubes.
Pour in the water to help with blending and achieve a smooth consistency.
Add the fresh mint leaves for an extra burst of freshness.
Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
Taste the smoothie and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey if desired.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and garnish with a sprig of mint for presentation, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Citrus Dream Smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
586 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.7 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 101 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.0 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 89.4 g | ||
| Protein | 30.1 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 493 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1338 mg | 28% | |
*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.
