Description
A vibrant and nutrient-packed Immune Boosting Winter Citrus Smoothie combining tropical fruits, citrus juices, and powerful spices to keep your immune system strong and energized during cold months.
Ingredients
Scale
First Blend:
- 1 cup frozen mango chunks
- juice of 1 lemon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- 3/4 cup fresh squeezed orange juice
- 2 teaspoons fresh grated ginger
Second Blend:
- 1 small raw red beet, chopped
- 1 cup frozen raspberries
- 1 cara cara orange, blood orange, or grapefruit, peeled and segmented
- 1/2 cup pomegranate juice
- honey to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Blend the tropical citrus base: In a blender, combine the frozen mango chunks, lemon juice, ground turmeric, ground cayenne pepper, fresh squeezed orange juice, and fresh grated ginger. Blend until completely smooth. Taste and add honey as desired to sweeten. Pour this mixture into a tall glass.
- Prepare and blend the berry-beet layer: Rinse the blender to clean. Add the chopped raw red beet, frozen raspberries, peeled and segmented cara cara orange (or blood orange or grapefruit), and pomegranate juice. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add more pomegranate juice if needed to adjust consistency.
- Combine and serve: Pour the second blended mixture over the mango citrus base. Stir gently to create a swirl effect. Optionally, top with seeds or additional garnishes. Serve immediately and enjoy the immune-boosting benefits.
Notes
- This smoothie is packed with vitamin C, fiber, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory ingredients to support your immune system.
- Use frozen fruit to keep the smoothie cold and maintain a thick texture without needing ice.
- Adjust the sweetness with honey according to your taste preferences or leave it out for a tart drink.
- You can substitute the beet with cooked beetroot if preferred but raw provides more nutrients.
- Experiment with different citrus fruits for a variety of flavors and colors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 356 kcal
- Sugar: 37 g
- Sodium: 9 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
