Mandarin Orange Smoothie
Brighten your mornings with this refreshing and creamy Mandarin Orange Smoothie! Packed with the zesty sweetness of four fresh mandarin oranges, this recipe delivers a burst of citrusy sunshine in every sip. Blended to perfection with wholesome ingredients like plain Greek yogurt, a ripe banana, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness, this smoothie is both nutritious and satisfying. A splash of unsweetened almond milk and a hint of vanilla extract elevate its velvety texture, while ice cubes ensure a cool, frosty finish. Ready in just 10 minutes, this tangy yet subtly sweet beverage makes a perfect breakfast, snack, or post-workout treat. Serve it chilled with a garnish of orange zest or a mandarin wedge for a beautiful, Instagram-worthy touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces mandarin oranges
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 piece banana
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 0.75 cup unsweetened almond milk
Instructions
Peel the mandarin oranges and remove as much pith as possible for a smoother texture.
Peel and slice the banana into chunks for easier blending.
Add the mandarin oranges, banana, plain Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and unsweetened almond milk to a blender.
Add the ice cubes on top of the other ingredients.
Blend on high speed until all the ingredients are smooth and creamy. This should take about 1 to 2 minutes.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more honey if desired. Blend again briefly if any adjustments are made.
Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with a small mandarin wedge or a sprinkle of orange zest.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
643 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.4 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 202 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.2 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 99.3 g | ||
| Protein | 29.4 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 737 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1405 mg | 30% | |
*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.
