Blood Orange Green Smoothie

By Minimalist Baker

A creamy, citrusy green smoothie infused with coconut milk and frozen banana. Lime and blood orange juice add vitamin C and a tart twist. The perfect way to start your day or recover from a workout.

Ingredients

• 1 small ripe banana ((previously peeled, sliced + frozen))
• 3/4 cup frozen pineapple ((or sub more banana))
• 2 blood oranges, juiced ((2 oranges yield ~1/2 cup or 120 ml))
• 3/4 cup light coconut milk ((carton beverage or canned))
• 2-3 Tbsp fresh lime juice ((for tartness // add to taste))
• 2 big handfuls fresh or frozen greens ((kale + spinach are best // organic when possible))
• 2 big handfuls fresh or frozen greens ((kale + spinach are best // organic when possible))

Instructions

1. 1

   Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until creamy and smooth, scraping down sides as needed.

2. 2

   Add more liquid if it has trouble blending. Add ice to thicken. Taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding more banana to sweeten, or lime juice for tartness.

3. 3

   Best when fresh, though leftovers keep well-covered in the refrigerator up to 2 days.