Carrot Ginger Orange Smoothie
Why this recipe works
- Fast blender method: Everything comes together in minutes, with no cooking and only brief prep for the orange, carrot and ginger.
- Naturally balanced sweetness: Orange, carrot and banana bring sweetness, while yoghurt and fresh ginger keep the flavour bright rather than heavy.
- Creamy but fresh: Greek yoghurt and banana give the smoothie body, while ice and cold water keep it light, frothy and pourable.
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Texture tips
- For the smoothest blend: Blend the carrot with the orange juice first before adding the remaining ingredients, which helps break down the raw carrot more thoroughly.
- Adjust the pour: Add cold water gradually at the end until the smoothie reaches a drinkable consistency.
Ingredient notes
- Use ripe fruit: A juicy orange and ripe banana make the smoothie naturally sweeter and reduce the need for extra honey.
- Choose fresh ginger: Fresh ginger gives a clean, lively heat that works better here than dried ginger, which can taste flat in a smoothie.
- Sweeten thoughtfully: Maple syrup can replace honey, or extra ripe banana can be used for sweetness if serving anyone who should avoid honey.
Make-ahead tips
- Best served straight away: The smoothie is at its brightest and frothiest immediately after blending.
- If storing briefly: Chill in a sealed container for up to 1 day, then shake well or re-blend with a splash of water before serving.
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Ingredients
Instructions
- Juice the orange. Scrub the carrot, then cut it into thin coins; peel the ginger and slice it.
- Add the orange juice, carrot, ginger, banana, Greek yogurt and honey to the blender. Blend until very smooth and bright orange, about 45 to 60 seconds.
- Add the ice cubes and blend again until silky and frothy. Add the water and blend briefly until pourable, then serve straight away.
Recipe notes
Tips
- For the smoothest texture, blend the carrot and orange juice first for 30 seconds, then add the remaining ingredients and blend until silky.
- If you are serving to young children or anyone who should avoid honey, swap the honey for extra banana sweetness.
Substitutions
- Replace Greek yogurt with whole-milk yogurt for a slightly looser, lighter smoothie.
- Replace honey with maple syrup for a different sweetness and a subtle caramel note.
Storage
- Refrigerate up to 1 days
- Best served immediately. If needed, chill in a sealed container for up to 1 day; shake or re-blend with a splash of water to loosen.
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Recipe overview
- Servings: 1 glasses
- Total time: 8min (8min active)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cuisine: American
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