Description

This Immune Boosting Winter Citrus Smoothie is a vibrant, nutrient-packed drink perfect for boosting your immune system during the colder months. Combining frozen mango, fresh citrus juices, turmeric, ginger, and antioxidant-rich beets and raspberries, this smoothie is deliciously tangy and packed with vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants to help keep you energized and healthy all day long.

Ingredients

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First Layer

1 cup frozen mango chunks
juice of 1 lemon
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
3/4 cup fresh squeezed orange juice
2 teaspoons fresh grated ginger

Second Layer

1 small raw red beet, chopped
1 cup frozen raspberries
1 cara cara orange, blood orange, or grapefruit, peeled and segmented
1/2 cup pomegranate juice
honey to taste (optional)

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Instructions

Blend first layer: In a blender, combine the frozen mango chunks, lemon juice, ground turmeric, ground cayenne pepper, fresh grated ginger, and fresh squeezed orange juice. Blend until completely smooth, adding honey if desired to sweeten the mixture. Pour the blended mixture into a tall glass or into serving glasses.
Blend second layer: Rinse the blender thoroughly. Then combine the chopped raw red beet, frozen raspberries, peeled and segmented cara cara orange or blood orange or grapefruit, and pomegranate juice. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add additional pomegranate juice if needed to reach your preferred consistency.
Combine layers: Pour the second blended mixture carefully over the mango mixture to create a layered, swirled effect. Stir gently to swirl the layers together slightly without blending completely.
Serve and enjoy: Optionally top the smoothie with seeds such as chia or flaxseeds for added texture and nutrients. Serve immediately and enjoy your immune-boosting winter citrus smoothie!

Notes

This smoothie is packed with vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants, making it excellent for supporting the immune system.
Use fresh squeezed juices for the best flavor and maximum nutrient content.
Adjust sweetness by adding honey according to personal preference or omit to keep it naturally sweet.
For a thinner consistency, add more pomegranate or orange juice when blending the second layer.
You can substitute frozen raspberries with frozen strawberries if preferred.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 smoothie
Calories: 356 kcal
Sugar: 37 g
Sodium: 9 mg
Fat: 1 g
Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
Unsaturated Fat: 0.7 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 50 g
Fiber: 9 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg