Citrus Ginger Smoothie (Printable Version)
A bright blend of citrus fruits and fresh ginger for a revitalizing boost.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fruit
01 - 1 large orange, peeled and segmented
02 - 1/2 grapefruit, peeled and segmented
03 - 1/2 cup pineapple chunks, fresh or frozen
04 - 1 small banana, preferably frozen
→ Flavorings
05 - 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
06 - Juice of 1/2 lemon
→ Liquids
07 - 1/2 cup coconut water or plain water
→ Optional Add-Ins
08 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
09 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, optional for added sweetness
10 - A few ice cubes, optional for a colder drink
# How to Make It:
01 - Place all fruit, ginger, lemon juice, and coconut water into a blender.
02 - Add chia seeds, honey or maple syrup, and ice cubes if using.
03 - Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
04 - Taste and adjust sweetness or ginger intensity to preference.
05 - Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It tastes like sunshine in a glass without the sugar crash or complicated prep.
- You can make it in the time it takes to find your favorite mug, perfect for mornings when minutes matter.
- The ginger delivers a real zing that makes your taste buds wake up before your brain does.
02 -
- Frozen banana is non-negotiable if you want creaminess without dairy or ice diluting the flavor as it melts.
- Don't skip the lemon juice—it's the difference between a drink that tastes bright and one that tastes flat and one-dimensional.
03 -
- A frozen banana does the work of both cream and ice, so you get a thick, luxurious drink without any watering down.
- Fresh ginger loses its bite once blended with cold fruit, so don't be timid—that one-inch piece is bolder than you think.