Citrus and Ginger Immune-Boost Smoothie
A refreshing smoothie bursting with citrus, fresh ginger, and vitamin C to help support your immune system during a cold. This American-inspired drink recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, blends orange, grapefruit, banana into a quick blender drink — a fast breakfast, a pre-workout pour, or an afternoon energy boost, with nothing to wash up but the pitcher. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 1, so it works as a grab-and-go breakfast, a post-gym refuel, or a snack that holds you to the next meal. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 large, peeled and segmented orange
- 1/2 medium, peeled and segmented grapefruit
- 1 medium, peeled banana
- 1/2 inch piece, peeled and grated fresh ginger root
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp raw honey
- 1 cup water
- 4 ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 1 large peeled and segmented orange, 1/2 peeled and segmented grapefruit, and 1 medium peeled banana into a blender.
- Step 2: Add 1/2 inch peeled and grated fresh ginger root, 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp raw honey, 1 cup water, and 4 ice cubes to the blender.
- Step 3: Blend on high speed for 45 seconds until all ingredients are fully combined and the smoothie is smooth and frothy.
- Step 4: Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately as a vitamin-rich cold-fighting beverage.
