There’s this phenomenon where certain people’s moods are more affected by weather than others. This used to be me. And if that’s you, then you need this sunshine in a cup because then what difference does the weather make? This sunny orange smoothie is creamy, dreamy, and packed with protein + Vitamin C. It makes rainy days feel sunny and winter days feel like summer.
You don’t need much
You’ll just need a handful of ingredients to create this dreamy orange smoothie.
Oranges: We’ll use 2 oranges, but you could also use 4 mandarin oranges (or whatever type of orange you have on hand)! I like to grate a bit of the orange zest off in addition to the orange juice to add that to the smoothie as well – it amplifies the orange flavor even more!). Banana: Use frozen banana to make this creamsicle smoothie frosty and sweet. Greek Yogurt: Adds a punch of protein while making this smoothie nice and creamy. Vanilla: Just a dash of vanilla extract takes this dreamy smoothie to the next level.
smoothies are easy to make
Smoothie Variations
If you love this smoothie, you have to try some of these variations to make new orange smoothie recipes.
Green Smoothie: Add a handful of spinach to this smoothie for color and nutrients. Make It Dairy-Free: Swap the Greek yogurt for canned coconut milk to keep this smoothie vegan. Make It Sweeter: If you find this drink isn’t sweet enough, like the original Orange Julius version, you can add honey or maple syrup.
