Limey Orange Smoothie

Serves 1

Published Jul 5, 2020 Updated Jul 13, 2020

Here’s a smoothie that even Bugs Bunny would go crazy for. Both orange bell pepper and carrot contain a surfeit of beta carotene, an antioxidant that is converted to vitamin A in the body and functions to improve bone, eye, and immune health.

Ingredients

3/4 cup (180 mL) water
1/2 cup (125 mL) plain Greek, Skyr, or coconut-based yogurt
1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped carrot
1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped orange bell pepper
1 tsp (5 mL) honey
1 Tbsp (15 mL) cashew butter
1 tsp (5 mL) lime zest
1/4 tsp (1 mL) allspice

Nutrition

Per serving:

calories 325
protein 15g
fat 9g
- saturated fat 2g
- trans fat 0g
carbohydrates 53g
- sugars 38g
- fibre 6g
sodium 51mg

Directions

Into high-speed blender container, place all ingredients in the order listed. Blend until smooth. For a fancy presentation, pour into a large champagne goblet rimmed with coconut and lime zest.