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Crushing the winter colds with this Immune Boosting Winter Citrus Smoothie.
So I never told you guys this, but that week before and after Christmas my family was literally almost all hit with one bad string of colds. We all went down one by one, I swear it was a domino effect. Mine came a couple of days after Christmas, and while I only had one really bad day, the cold lingered, and lingered, and I’m only now just getting over it.
From the day I started to feel the cold come on, I was consuming citrus like no other, eating orange, after orange, after orange. I’ve kept up with the mass amounts of citrus, but have since decided to blend them all up into a vibrant smoothie, along with some other winter favorites, to keep me feeling great all day long.
Plus, I kind of just wanted to make a pretty layered smoothie with all the gorgeous blood oranges that are in season right now.
Also? I’ve always wondered why the perception of winter produce is that it lacks in color. I mean, beets? oranges? rainbow chard?
So much color!
Here’s the deal.
I actually hesitated to post this smoothie because it seems as though everyone and their mother are talking about smoothies right now. Something about January must just scream smoothies, because they seem to be trending.
Anyway, after a lot of back and forth, I decided that I really just needed to share this smoothie with you guys.
One, it’s too pretty not share.
Two, it’s too full of good for us things not to share.
Three, it’s way too freaking delicious not to share.
So I’m sharing…bring on the January smoothies!
In all honesty, I’m not usually the biggest smoothie person. I really just prefer to eat my food rather than drink it, but I have times when a smoothie is all I crave. Whenever I make smoothies, I have to make sure they are one, not boring, and two, filled with both veggies and fruits.
Enter this layered smoothie.
The red layer is a mix of beets (YUPPPP, BEETS), frozen raspberries, oranges, and pomegranate juice. This might sound odd, but the red layer is full of some of my most favorite fruits and veggies. Granted, I normally prefer my beets roasted, but when they’re all blended up, you don’t even realize you’re eating beets. Especially with the sweet berries and pomegranate.
It’s delicious.
The orangey yellow…ish layer is a mix of mangos, turmeric, ginger, a pinch of cayenne, and more orange. Again, sounds a little odd, especially the cayenne, but you guys, I swear this is so GOOD. The mango pairs so well with the turmeric and ginger and its sweetness cancels out the heat from the cayenne. The punch of citrus adds just the right amount of tartness.
You can really use any variety of citrus you love most, but I use a mixed of blood oranges and cara cara oranges. If you can’t find either of these, grapefruits and navel oranges will be amazing too!
As you can tell from the ingredients (and even just the vibrant color), this smoothie is jam packed with vitamin C and plenty of nutrients like fiber and antioxidants. It will keep your immune system strong and help you to feel your best plus stay energized all day long!
Um, and did I mention it’s also addictingly good? Kind of like candy?
I swear.
My goal is to try to push this smoothie into my brother Red’s hands next time I see him. The Olympics are less than a month away and I have got to get that kid eating some more color. He’s what we call a snackster, and loves to just snack. So chips, maybe some carrots, and more chips…ya, I really have to work on him.
Anyway, this makes for a great morning smoothie or mid afternoon snack and no matter what, it’s going to brighten your day. That I know for sure!
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For real though, I love this smoothie! It’s taste plus looks…too good.
This is literally just what I need! Looks so good!
Thank you Gina!
Hi, any ideas for a sub for pomegranate juice? I was considering fresh blueberries and thinning with some water. Do you think that would work? BTW your answer to “Warren” was great.
Hi Tracey!! I think that sounds like a great idea, just be careful when adding the water. You dont want to add to much and water it down. Please let me know if you have other questions. Hope you love this recipe! Thanks! 🙂
So happy you decided to share this one Tieghan! Love the colors and the flavors. Can never have too many good smoothie recipes.
Thank you Mary Ann!
These smoothies sound absolutely delicious, Tieghan! I love adding a pinch of cayenne to a fruity smoothie, especially with mango. 🙂
Thank you Sarah!
Are the beets raw or cooked?
The recipe says “raw,” so I think we’re supposed to use a raw beet.
I use a small red beet. Please let me know if you have other questions. Hope you love this recipe! Thanks! 🙂
Ooo! You should ‘up’ your healthy, but still super tasty game for Red…and me. I’m a total stacker as well, always have been and I can’t kick the habit.
*snacker
Thank you so much Kate!
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Thank you!
Dumb question: The beet must be pre-cooked right?
The recipe says “raw,” so I think we’re supposed to use a raw beet.
I actually use a small raw beet. Please let me know if you have other questions. Hope you love this recipe! Thanks! 🙂
Way to many ingredients,less is better & better for u. Honey, major taboo for this smoothie. Pretty though, stick a candle wick in it & put on display. WjB
Hi Warren! Thank you for you comment, but I have to politely disagree with you. I think the ingredients I used provide many nutrients that help with colds and boost the immune system. I hope you enjoy some other recipes on my blog! Thanks!
Well, I also disagree (and if you can’t say anything nice, skip on to the next thing!)!
It is a beautiful looking smoothie and my daughter, husband and I are getting the few ingredients that we don’t already have to make it tomorrow.
That is amazing! I hope you love this Candace!
Looks great but I have a question. Is the beet cooked or raw?
The recipe says “raw,” so I think we’re supposed to use a raw beet.
I use a small raw beet. Please let me know if you have other questions. Hope you love this recipe! Thanks! 🙂
This smoothie looks absolutely amazing! So vibrant and fresh!
I’m just getting over a cold so I feel like I’m in desperate need of one.
X Alex
Yes definitely! I hope you feel better soon! Thank you Alex!
Saw these smoothies (super quick) on your IG Stories last week and was wondering when we’d get the recipe! Love beetroot in this. Looks perfect for this time of year!
Thank you Debs!
Love this one. Especially with all the flu bugs around.
Yes! I am so glad you like these! Thank you Joyce!
oh wow, it really des look amazing, those colours alone are to die for!
Thank you Ruth!!
I’m VERY glad you posted this smoothie – a vibrant healer for these brutal winter months; and a truly delicious way to improve one’s immune system.
Thank you Liz!