Creamy Coconut Citrus Smoothie
By Claire Georgiou, Reboot Naturopath, B.HSc ND
It’s all about the tang in this creamy smoothie thanks to the white pith from all of the citrus fruits. And oh how I LOVE sour smoothies. This blend fits my taste buds perfectly and it can also be used as a creamy base for other fruits, veggie and superfood additions. This smoothie contains 11g of fiber, 86mg of calcium with 136mg of Vitamin C with the added benefits of the bioflavonoids which improves the absorption and utilization of the vitamin C. Bioflavonoids, also sometimes referred to as “vitamin P,” is an antioxidant that is found in citrus fruits and is known for its ability to support healthy cell formation, reduce cancer risks, Alzheimer’s disease, heart disease and atherosclerosis. So it’s a great time to enjoy!
Ingredients
- 1 cup (250 ml) coconut water (you can add more or less depending on the consistency you like)
- 1 orange
- ½ yellow grapefruit
- ½ lemon
- ½ lime
- ½ in (1 cm) piece of ginger (optional)
- 1 large handful of ice
Directions
- Prepare all ingredients.
- Add ingredients to blender and blend on high for 45-60 seconds until smooth.
Servings: 1
Serving Size: 16 - 18 oz (500 ml)
Substitutions
- Orange – mandarin, tangelo
- Grapefruit – pink grapefruit, lemon
- Lemon – lime, yellow grapefruit
- Lime – lemon, yellow grapefruit
- Coconut water – water
Calories: 210
Fat: 0.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 250mg
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 11g
Sugars: 35g
Protein: 4g