I made this healthy tangerine strawberry banana smoothie yesterday and surprisingly, it came out okay. It’s not too sweet and definitely unlike other smoothies I’ve made but the health benefits are impressive. It’s packed with enough vitamin C and antioxidants along with fiber, plus, it’s just 173 calories.
After drinking this smoothie, it made me feel full for a few hours which I thought was strange due to the ingredients. I’ve only gotten the same results with high-protein smoothies and this smoothie only has almost 3 grams of protein. I hope you try this recipe and let me know what you think.
Ingredients Benefits
Tangerines – are low in calories and high in vitamin C and antioxidants that help fight free radicals and inflammation, plus help your body absorb iron.
Strawberries – similar to tangerines are also packed with vitamin C and antioxidants. They are great for managing blood sugar levels, lowering blood cholesterol, and strengthening the immune system.
Ginger – helps reduce constipation, bloating, and gas, plus, it gives your metabolism a kick by firing things up. It also has a ton of medicinal properties and has been used for ages.
Bananas – are there to give you energy due to their healthy carb profile plus, they improve muscle function and are easy on the digestive system.
Almond milk – is low in calories and high in calcium. It is great for managing weight and a great option for those who are lactose intolerant.
Healthy Tangerine Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Ingredients for 1 Serving | Total Time: 5 Minutes
- 2 tangerines (seeds removed)
- 1/2 cup of strawberries (cut in halves)
- 1 small banana (peeled and sliced)
- 1 inch ginger (chopped)
- 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 teaspoon of raw organic honey (optional)
How To Make This Smoothie
Throw all of the ingredients above into a high-speed blender and blend for 1 minute or until smooth enough to drink. The longer you blend the smoothie, the better it’ll come out so you won’t have to strain it.
Tangerine Strawberry Banana Smoothie Nutrition Facts
Each serving of this smoothie has | 173 calories | 2.3g total fat | 0.3g saturated fat | 0% cholesterol | 76mg sodium | 40.2g total carbs | 5.7g dietary fiber | 23.9g total sugars | 2.7g protein | 3% vitamin D | 150% vitamin C | 166mg calcium | 6% iron | 682mg potassium| Nutrition facts are based on a 2000-calorie diet.
Storage
I don’t recommend storing this smoothie for more than 24 hours in the fridge. The recipe calls for 1 serving which if you’re short on time can make it overnight but thats it.
I kept it in the fridge for a whole day and although the taste got better, the color changed to brown and the consistency was a little off.
Substitutions & Variations
For a healthier version, you can add some spices like turmeric, cinnamon, and other fruits like blackberries and grapefruit, or lemons.
The turmeric and cinnamon will help reduce inflammation and give your metabolism a boost, while the berries, grapefruit, and lemons will increase the smoothie’s antioxidant profile.
Want More Healthy Smoothie Recipes?
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Conclusion
I think I’ll be making this smoothie again very soon but maybe next time I’ll go for 1/2 a banana to reduce my carb intake and you should too.
Let me know what you think about this smoothie in the comments below after you try it. and also, please don’t forget to share and follow me on Pinterest for more awesome recipes.
