Orange, fig & coconut smoothie

We call this smoothie “The Vitamin C Bomb.” If you’re feeling like you need an inoculation of good health, here it is in a glass!

We love this smoothie because it’s creamy-rich in healthy fats (hello, coconut oil!) The figs give it sweetness (no sugar in our smoothies), and the citrus, well, it’s zingy as all get-out. Adding citrus peel adds a little more sweet and bitter flavor, and (you guessed it): hella Vitamin C punch!

Because we love to garnish the smoothie, we add chia seeds to the top. Chia seeds contribute healthy fats, antioxidants, protein, and appetite control. Also, it is satisfying to “chew” on a sip…it makes us feel like we’re having a meal. If you like a “smooth smoothie,” then leave them out.

Orange, fig & coconut smoothie (aka The Vitamin C Bomb)

Lissa We call this smoothie “The Vitamin C Bomb.” If you’re feeling like you need an inoculation of good health, here it is in a glass! We love this smoothie because it’s creamy-rich in healthy fats (hello, coconut oil!) The figs… Beverages best smoothies, quick snack, simple healthy recipe European Print Recipe

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Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Ingredients

2 whole organic oranges (yep! Skin-on, for Vitamin C!)
4-6 figs — use fresh, frozen or dried
juice of 1-2 lemons (Vitamin C, baby!)
2 tablespoons coconut oil
sprinkle of chia seeds, optional

Instructions

Pop the ingredients (except for the garnish) in your Vitamix, and add about 1 cup of water to start.

Blend, using the tamper, to a nice consistency (add more water if you need to.)

Taste, and adjust the sweetness (fig), richness (coconut oil) and sour (lemon) to taste.

Serve garnished with chia seeds, if you desire.