Creamy Dreamy Orange Smoothie
Start your day with a burst of sunshine by whipping up this vibrant and refreshing Creamy Dreamy Orange Smoothie! Packed with vitamin C from freshly squeezed orange juice and the natural sweetness of a frozen banana, this smoothie strikes the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. A velvety scoop of vanilla Greek yogurt adds indulgent creaminess, while a hint of vanilla extract and orange zest elevate the flavor to gourmet levels. Ready in just 5 minutes, this nutrient-rich smoothie is perfect for breakfast, post-workout fuel, or a midday pick-me-up. Blend it up and savor its luscious texture and tropical citrus aroma—healthy has never tasted this dreamy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh orange juice
- 1 cup Vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 medium Frozen banana
- 6 pieces Ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon Honey (optional, to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Peel and freeze a ripe banana ahead of time for an extra creamy texture.
In a blender, combine the fresh orange juice, vanilla Greek yogurt, frozen banana, and ice cubes.
Add honey if you prefer a sweeter smoothie, along with the orange zest and vanilla extract for added depth of flavor.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides if necessary.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more honey.
Pour the smoothie evenly into two glasses and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of orange zest or a small orange slice on the rim for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
491 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 84 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.3 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.3 g | ||
| Protein | 28.0 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 278 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 1229 mg | 26% | |
*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.
