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Blood Orange Smoothie

Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon Jessica Randhawa
March 10, 2020
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Last Updated January 9, 2023 | 1 Comment

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This Blood Orange Smoothie is the perfect boost for your immune system during the citrus season or any time of year. Refreshing, sweet, and so delicious, it’s a great way to get in some extra fresh fruit and veggies first thing in the morning or as an afternoon snack!

Two glasses filled with a pinkish purple smoothie made from beets, blood oranges, carrots, and mixed berries.

Blood Orange Smoothie Recipe

This vibrant and delicious smoothie is made with sweet winter citrus and root veggies. Compared to regular oranges, blood oranges are slightly sweeter, less acidic, and contain up to NINE TIMES as many antioxidants as regular oranges. This smoothie offers a smooth, creamy taste, not to mention the antioxidant boost slows down the aging process and promotes healthy skin. You’ll hardly notice the taste of the veggies, and the anti-inflammatory fresh ginger gives it a little kick. It’s quick to make and requires minimal cleanup, making it the perfect quick breakfast or afternoon snack.

Are Blood Oranges Healthier Than Regular Oranges?

Blood oranges and regular oranges offer the same vitamin and mineral content—both are great sources of vitamin A, vitamin C, fiber, folate, potassium and more. The only difference is that blood oranges offer bonus antioxidants—about nine times more than regular oranges!

Blood Orange, Beet and Berry Smoothie in blender

How to Make a Blood Orange Smoothie

Start by peeling two large carrots and chopping them into 2-inch pieces. Add your carrot pieces, along with three peeled blood oranges, two cooked beets, 1 ½ cups of frozen mixed berries, one medium fresh or frozen banana, a ½ inch knob of fresh ginger, one cup of milk (or a plant-based milk of choice), and one cup of low-fat Greek yogurt to a blender or food processor. Start blending on the lowest setting and slowly increase the speed to high over the course of a minute. Pour your smoothie into two glasses and enjoy immediately!

How to Serve

This blood orange smoothie is best served fresh as soon as it’s ready.  You can enjoy it as an on-the-go breakfast (with a muffin, avocado toast, or a protein bar on the side). It’s also the perfect midday pick-me-up and even works as an evening dessert if you want to pack in extra nutrients before the end of the day. If you’re feeling creative, try it as a base for smoothie bowls!

blended Blood Orange, Beet and Berry Smoothie in blender

What Fruit Goes Well With Blood Orange?

Blood oranges pair well with mixed berries and bananas (like in this smoothie)! If you have leftover blood oranges and want to make a fruit salad, you can also add apricots, apples, mango, and even figs (any primarily sweet fruit will balance out the tartness nicely)!

Storage and Freezing

It’s best to serve this smoothie immediately. However, in a pinch, it will keep in a sealed jar or container in the fridge for 24 hours. I don’t recommend freezing (unless you want to experiment and make a popsicle)!

Two glasses filled with a pinkish purple smoothie made from beets, blood oranges, carrots, and mixed berries.

More Smoothie Recipes:

  • Cherry Cocoa Smoothie
  • Healthy Pumpkin Smoothie
  • Avocado Mango Smoothie
  • Tropical Carrot Smoothie
  • 3-Ingredient Roasted Strawberry Peach Smoothie

If you try making this Blood Orange Smoothie Recipe, please leave me a comment and let me know! I always love to hear your thoughts.

Two glasses filled with a pinkish purple smoothie made from beets, blood oranges, carrots, and mixed berries.
Two glasses filled with a pinkish purple smoothie made from beets, blood oranges, carrots, and mixed berries.

Blood Orange Smoothie

5 from 5 votes
Chef: Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked SpoonJessica Randhawa
This Blood Orange Smoothie is the perfect boost for your immune system during citrus season or any time of year. It’s got a refreshing, sweet, unique flavor and is a great way to get in some fresh fruit and veggies first thing in the morning!
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Breakfast, Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 524 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 large carrots - chopped into 2 inch pieces
  • 3 blood oranges - peeled
  • 2 cooked beets
  • 1.5 cups frozen mixed berries
  • 1 medium banana - fresh or frozen
  • ½ inch knob fresh ginger
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
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Instructions
 

  • Place all the ingredients in your blender- yogurt, milk, banana, berries, beets, carrots, and ginger. Start your blender on the lowest setting and slowly increase speed to high. Blend for approximately 1 minute. Pour into two glasses and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 524kcal | Carbohydrates: 114g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 1253mg | Potassium: 1465mg | Fiber: 17g | Sugar: 89g | Vitamin A: 10785IU | Vitamin C: 31.8mg | Calcium: 343mg | Iron: 2.3mg

(Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and specific brands of ingredients used.)

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Chef Jessica Randhawa leads The Forked Spoon. A world traveler, Jessica developed her passion for culinary arts while adventuring. With her recipes making their way onto renowned platforms such as Women's Health, Daily Mail, Al Jazeera, and Fox News, she's marked her presence in the culinary world. Jessica's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science from the University of California.

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About Jessica Randhawa

Chef Jessica Randhawa leads The Forked Spoon. A world traveler, Jessica developed her passion for culinary arts while adventuring. With her recipes making their way onto renowned platforms such as Women's Health, Daily Mail, Al Jazeera, and Fox News, she's marked her presence in the culinary world. Jessica's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science from the University of California.

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