Cranberry Orange Smoothie Recipe
A refreshing and tangy cranberry smoothie packed with citrus flavors and a creamy texture, perfect for a healthy breakfast or energizing snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 4 small oranges (about 1 1/2 pounds peeled and quartered)
- 1 cup frozen cranberries
Liquids
- 1 cup orange juice (or 8 oz ginger kombucha)
Flavoring and Creaminess
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup yogurt, almond milk, or cashew milk
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Peel and quarter the oranges to remove all skin and seeds for a smooth blend.
- Combine Ingredients: Place the peeled and quartered oranges, frozen cranberries, orange juice (or ginger kombucha), vanilla extract, and your choice of yogurt or plant-based milk into the blender in the order listed.
- Blend Smooth: Start blending at a low speed, gradually increasing to high, and blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy without any chunks.
- Serve or Store: Enjoy the smoothie immediately for the freshest taste or refrigerate it for up to one day to enjoy later.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use almond milk or cashew milk instead of yogurt.
- Substitute ginger kombucha for orange juice to add a subtle zing and probiotics.
- Use fresh cranberries if available, but frozen cranberries help chill the smoothie without needing ice.
- Consume the smoothie promptly or refrigerate no longer than 24 hours to preserve flavor and nutrients.
Keywords: cranberry smoothie, orange smoothie, healthy smoothie, breakfast smoothie, vegan smoothie, dairy-free smoothie
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