Immunity Boosting Smoothie Recipe
Help keep common colds and flu at bay with this sweet and tart Immunity Boosting Smoothie. Loaded with antioxidants and vitamins, this smoothie is healthy but tastes like a dessert!
Servings: 2 serves
Ingredients
- 1 carrot, washed, peeled, and chopped into about 5 pieces
- 1 banana, peeled and chopped
- 1 whole clementine, peeled, segmented
- 1 inch knob fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 6 to 8 ounces freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp turmeric powder
- ⅛ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅓ cup plain yogurt
- 1 cup ice
- sweetener, optional
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a high-powered blender in the order listed (sweetener is optional); process until completely blended.
- Taste for sweetness and adjust accordingly.
- Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy!
Notes
- If using a sweetener, I recommend using honey because honey’s antioxidant and antibacterial properties help improve the digestive system and boost immunity. If using honey, blend it with the rest of the ingredients.
- If you’re looking for a thicker smoothie, blend in more ice to make it thicker.
- High-Speed Blender: If you're serious about smoothies, consider investing in a high-speed blender. They can handle tougher ingredients like nuts and frozen fruit much more effectively than standard blenders.
- Taste as You Go: Before you pour out your smoothie, give it a taste. Need a little more sweetness? A touch more liquid? Adjust until it's just right.
- Frozen Fruit or Vegetables for Thickness: Using frozen fruit instead of fresh can give your smoothie a thicker, more ice-cream-like texture. Plus, it keeps the smoothie cold without diluting it as ice would.
- Clean Immediately: Smoothie ingredients can stick and harden quickly. It's much easier to rinse out your blender and wash it right after using it.
- Storage: Pour the leftover smoothie into an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator if you plan to drink it within 24 hours. Before drinking, give it a good stir or shake, as separation is natural.
Nutrition
Calories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 61mg | Potassium: 649mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 5303IU | Vitamin C: 73mg | Calcium: 112mg | Iron: 1mg
