Coconut Orange Smoothie Recipe with Fresh Mint

Coconut Orange Smoothie with Mint

Think of a creamsicle in a glass: juicy orange and sweet banana, softened by yoghurt and coconut cream, with a few mint leaves for freshness.

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GlassHighball glass

TechniqueBlended

DifficultyEasy

Time5 min

StrengthAlcohol-free

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Ingredients

1½ orange peeled, pith removed
1 banana
100 g natural yogurt
2 tbsp cream of coconut
½ tsp coconut oil melted
5 leaves mint leaves
3½ oz water

Garnish: Orange slice and mint · Ice: Served up, no ice

Method

Peel the oranges, remove as much white pith as possible and break them into segments; remove any pips.
Peel the banana and break it into pieces; pick the mint leaves.
Put fruit, yoghurt, coconut cream, mint and water into the blender and start it.
Pour in the melted coconut oil and blend for about 45 seconds until smooth.

Taste

Creamy and citrusy with a soft coconut note and a hint of mint.

About this smoothie

Whole oranges give this smoothie more body than juice would, because the fibre-rich segments are blended in, and they are well known for their vitamin C. Banana adds sweetness and thickness, yoghurt a slight tang, and coconut cream a mellow tropical note. The mint was part of the original recipe name and is used sparingly so it refreshes without dominating. A fine choice for breakfast or a sunny afternoon.

Bartender tips

The white pith of oranges tastes bitter when blended, so peel them thoroughly.
Coconut oil firms up in cold liquid and can leave small flecks. Melt it briefly and pour it in while the blender is running, or use water that is cool rather than ice cold.