Vegan Coconut Citrus Julius
Indulge in the creamy and refreshing delight of this Vegan Coconut Citrus Julius, a tropical twist on the classic orange beverage. Bursting with the bright, zesty flavor of fresh orange juice and orange zest, this dairy-free smoothie achieves its rich creaminess from full-fat coconut milk and a frozen banana. A touch of maple syrup and vanilla extract add just the right amount of natural sweetness, while a pinch of sea salt enhances the vibrant citrus notes. Ready in just 5 minutes, this easy-to-make beverage is perfectly chilled with ice cubes and serves as a refreshing treat for two. Serve it with a garnish of orange slices or shredded coconut to elevate its visual appeal. Perfect as a vegan breakfast smoothie or a midday pick-me-up, this recipe is a citrus lover’s dream and packed with tropical goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Fresh orange juice
- 0.75 cups Full-fat coconut milk
- 1 medium Frozen banana
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons Orange zest
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 pinch Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
Peel the banana and slice it into smaller chunks, if not already done, for easier blending.
In a high-speed blender, add the fresh orange juice, full-fat coconut milk, frozen banana, maple syrup, vanilla extract, orange zest, ice cubes, and a pinch of sea salt.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is creamy and smooth. Stop the blender and scrape down the sides as needed.
Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness as desired by adding a little more maple syrup, if necessary.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Optional: Garnish with a slice of orange or a sprinkle of shredded coconut for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
583 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.3 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.1 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 611 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 37 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 910 mg | 19% | |
*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.
