Orange Smoothie Recipes and Nutrition

Oranges add a great citrus flavor to your smoothies.

Orange Nutrition and Health Benefits

Oranges are high in vitamin C as well as vitamins A and B1, potassium, folate, calcium and dietary fiber. Oranges have been shown to lower high blood pressure and cholesterol as well as having anti-inflammatory properties. Vitamin C in oranges are associated with reduced risk of colon cancer. Diets high in citrus fruits, such as oranges, have been shown to lower the risk of esophageal, oral and stomach cancers.

Smoothie Recipes

Orange-Strawberry-Banana Smoothie
1 orange
1 cup whole strawberries
1 whole banana
2 cups fresh baby spinach (or other leafy green)
1/2 cup water if needed

Calories: 239 | Fat: 1g (gram) | Protein: 5.7g | Carbs: 60.6g | Calcium: 16% | Vitamin A: 88% | Vitamin C: 317%

Orange-Papaya Smoothie
1 orange
1 papaya
2 cups fresh baby spinach (or other leafy green)
1/2 cup water if needed

Calories: 191 | Fat: 0.6g (grams) | Protein: 5.1g | Carbs: 48.2g | Calcium: 20% | Vitamin A: 153% | Vitamin C: 469%

Orange-Papaya-Grape Smoothie
1 cup papaya
1 orange
1 cup red grapes
2 cups fresh baby spinach (or other leafy green)
2 celery stalks
1/2 cup water if needed

Calories: 254 | Fat: 0.8g (grams) | Protein: 6.1g | Carbs: 66.6g | Calcium: 22% | Vitamin A: 133% | Vitamin C: 342%

Orange-Banana-Berry Smoothie
1 orange
1 banana
1 cup raspberries, blueberries or strawberries
¼ avocado
2 cups fresh baby spinach (or other leafy green)
1/2 cup water if needed

Calories: 337 | Fat: 8.9g (grams) | Protein: 7.2g | Carbs: 70.2g | Calcium: 17% | Vitamin A: 90% | Vitamin C: 239%

Red Grape-Orange Smoothie
1 orange
1 apple
1 cup red grapes
2 stalks of celery
2 cups fresh baby spinach (or other leafy green)
1/2 cup water if needed

Calories: 266 | Fat: 0.8g (grams) | Protein: 5.4g | Carbs: 68.9g | Calcium: 18% | Vitamin A: 97% | Vitamin C: 200%

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How To Select Oranges

Purchase oranges that are slightly firm and bright orange. Avoid purchasing oranges that are too soft, have dents or are shriveled.

Oranges are in the middle-range for potential pesticide residue (44 out of 100) according to research conducted by the Environmental Working Group, so I recommend that you purchase organic oranges whenever possible.

Much of the orange’s calcium is located in the white part between the fruit and the peel. Leave as much of this on the orange as you an when making a smoothie. Also, the peel itself is high in nutrients. If you are using organic oranges, simply scrub the peel in clean water, then add a tablespoon of grated peel to your smoothie.

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