Ginger Smoothie with Carrot, Orange, and Lemon

Kickstart your morning with this refreshing and easy ginger smoothie recipe! Packed whole food nutrients and blended to form this delicious immune-boosting, antioxidant-packed, anti-inflammatory breakfast! Perfect for breakfast, afternoon snack, or post-workout recovery drink.

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HEALTHY INGREDIENTS

CARROTS

Carrots are crunchy, slightly sweet root vegetables. Carrots are a great source of beta carotene, fiber, vitamin K1, potassium, and antioxidants. This vibrant veggie has been linked to many health benefits such as:

• Reduced risk of some cancers (source, source, source, source)
• They're great for eye health (source)
• Heart and cholesterol health (source, source)

LEMON 

Lemons are loaded with vitamin C and antioxidants. Antioxidants help remove free radicals that can damage cells from the body. Lemons are also great when paired with foods high in iron (like the spinach in this smoothie) since pairing foods that are high in vitamin C with iron-rich foods increases the body's ability to absorb iron.

Lemon juice will help your smoothie stay fresh in your refrigerator for 1-2 days. Read more about the health benefits of lemons here.

GINGER

Ginger root is one of the healthiest and most flavorful spices.  It's considered a superfood since it's loaded with nutrients and bioactive compounds that have powerful benefits for your body and brain. This fragrant and spicy food has been linked to many health benefits such as:

• Lowering your risk for some cancers (source, source)
• Helping with nausea (source)
• Lowering cholesterol (source)
• Help regulate blood sugar and fight obesity (source)
• Reducing inflammation and pain (source) 

ORANGE JUICE

Orange juice is high in many nutrients, including vitamin C, folate, and potassium. The concentrated amount of vitamin C is good for immune health (source), but due to the high sugar content, you may want to limit the amount of OJ you consume.

When choosing orange juice, fresh squeezed or 100% juice with pulp are your best bets to receive the most health benefits.

I love adding a small amount of orange juice smoothies for vitamins, antioxidants, and a touch of sweetness.

BANANA

Bananas are considered one of the most popular fruits. They contain a moderate amount of fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants like Potassium, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Magnesium, Copper, and Manganese.

Unripe bananas rank lower on the glycemic index than ripe and overripe bananas. The Glycemic index is a tool used to measure how quickly a food increases blood sugar levels. This is why overripe bananas are preferred for their super sweetness in homemade banana bread recipes.

Bananas also contain three natural sugars (sucrose, fructose, and glucose) and are fat and cholesterol-free. This is one reason bananas make a great addition to the diets of children and athletes.

WATER

Water may seem like an odd healthy ingredient to add to this list, but hydration is often overlooked when thinking about a healthy diet. Staying hydrated is crucial for a healthy body and mind. Add water to a smoothie instead of a large quantity of juice adds the required liquid without adding unnecessary calories and sugars.

For more information on Water, Hydration and Health, check out this article.

Storage

Smoothie will keep in the refrigerator for 1-2 days as long as the lemon juice has been added. It's normal for the fibrous carrot pulp to rise to the top. Simply shake in a blender bottle until smooth to remix.   

Meal Prep/Freezer Option

Wash, dry, and chop your fruits and vegetables then portion them out into freezer-friendly containers or bags. Then, place your bags into the freezer until ready for use. When you're ready to make a smoothie, simply take the frozen fruit and veggies out of the bag, add them to your blender, add your ice water and orange juice, and blend. No need to thaw before blending!

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