Description
A refreshing and healthy Orange Dreamsicle Smoothie that combines the natural sweetness of mandarin oranges and banana with creamy fat-free Greek yogurt and a hint of vanilla. Perfect for a nutritious breakfast or a revitalizing snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 4 Mandarin Oranges, peeled
- 1 Banana, peeled
Dairy & Liquids
- 1/2 cup Fat-Free Greek Yogurt
- 1/4 cup Coconut Water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Others
- Ice, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Peel and segment the 4 mandarin oranges and peel the banana. Measure out 1/2 cup of fat-free Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup of coconut water, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Blend Ingredients: Add the mandarin oranges, banana, fat-free Greek yogurt, coconut water, vanilla extract, and ice to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy, ensuring the ice is fully crushed and incorporated.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses immediately and enjoy as a nutritious and refreshing drink.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and creaminess.
- Adjust the amount of ice based on your preferred smoothie thickness.
- For a colder smoothie, chill the fruits before blending.
- Substitute coconut water with plain water or almond milk if preferred.
- This smoothie is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Orange Dreamsicle Smoothie, Healthy smoothie, Mandarin orange smoothie, Low fat smoothie, Greek yogurt smoothie, Refreshing drink
