Super Healthful Carrot Smoothie
Bursting with vibrant flavors and packed with wholesome nutrients, this Super Healthful Carrot Smoothie is a delicious way to fuel your day. Combining naturally sweet carrots, creamy frozen banana, and tangy orange juice with a touch of fresh ginger and warming spices like cinnamon and turmeric, this smoothie is a powerhouse of antioxidants and immune-boosting benefits. Almond milk adds a hint of creaminess, while optional honey provides a natural sweetness to balance the flavors. Ready in just 10 minutes, this refreshing smoothie is perfect for a quick breakfast or energizing snack. Plus, it’s dairy-free, easy to make, and loaded with goodness—perfect for anyone seeking a healthy, nutrient-packed drink that doesn’t compromise on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium carrot
- 1 medium frozen banana
- 1 cup orange juice
- 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 4 pieces ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
Instructions
Wash and peel the carrots, then chop them into small pieces for easier blending.
Peel the frozen banana and break it into chunks.
In a blender, add the chopped carrot pieces, banana chunks, orange juice, and almond milk.
Grate or finely mince the fresh ginger and add it to the blender.
Sprinkle in the ground cinnamon and ground turmeric for a boost of flavor and nutrients.
Add the ice cubes to make the smoothie cold and frosty.
If desired, add honey to sweeten the smoothie naturally.
Blend the ingredients on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down the sides of the blender if needed.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately for optimal freshness and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
160 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 74 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.8 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 235 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 519 mg | 11% | |
*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.
