Southside of Morocco Smoothie Summer Drink
Escape to sun-soaked Morocco with every sip of the ‘Southside of Morocco Smoothie Summer Drink.’ This vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired summer smoothie features a bright blend of fresh orange juice, creamy unsweetened almond milk, frozen mango chunks, and naturally sweet Medjool dates, balanced with a refreshing hint of fresh mint and a subtle dash of warming cinnamon. Perfectly chilled with ice and easy to customize with a drizzle of honey for added indulgence, this smoothie is a quick 10-minute recipe ideal for hot summer days. Garnish with a sprinkle of zesty orange peel and a fresh mint sprig to elevate its exotic charm. Healthy, refreshing, and irresistibly flavorful, it’s the ultimate summer drink to keep you cool while transporting your taste buds to the breezy markets of Morocco!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups fresh orange juice
- 0.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 3 pieces pitted Medjool dates
- 10 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup frozen mango chunks
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 teaspoons honey (optional, for added sweetness)
- 1 teaspoons orange zest (optional, for garnish)
- 1 sprig mint sprigs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and pit three Medjool dates. Ensure they are soft; if not, soak them in warm water for 5 minutes and drain before use.
In a high-speed blender, combine the fresh orange juice, unsweetened almond milk, pitted Medjool dates, fresh mint leaves, and frozen mango chunks.
Add the ground cinnamon and one cup of ice cubes into the blender. If you prefer a slightly sweeter drink, add a teaspoon of honey.
Blend on high for 1-2 minutes, or until the smoothie is completely smooth and creamy.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more honey. Blend for a few more seconds to incorporate any adjustments.
Pour the smoothie into two chilled glasses.
Optionally, garnish with orange zest and a sprig of fresh mint for a decorative touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant, summer refreshment!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
563 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.5 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 77 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.9 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 116.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 343 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1673 mg | 36% | |
*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.
