Golden Nectar Smoothie

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 15

Healthy and Refreshing Golden Nectar Smoothie

by The Chefin Smoothie

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups freshly squeezed orange juice ( about 6 oranges )
	1/4 cup raw honey , plus 1 tablespoon raw honey ( or use regular honey or agave syrup )
	1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
	2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger
	2 ripe bananas
	1/2 - 1 cup crushed ice ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

238

Sugar

43g

Fat

0.5g

This Golden Nectar Smoothie is a delicious and healthy way to start your day. The combination of fresh orange juice, honey, and ginger provides a burst of flavor and immune-boosting nutrients. Bananas add natural sweetness and texture to the smoothie, making it both tasty and satisfying. Enjoy this refreshing smoothie any time of the day for a quick and easy nutrient-packed meal.

Instructions

1.	In a blender, combine the orange juice, honey, lemon juice, ginger, and bananas.
2.	Add the crushed ice if desired.
3.	Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
4.	Pour into glasses and serve immediately.

PROS

This smoothie is packed with vitamin C from the fresh orange juice and lemon juice.

It also contains ginger, which has potent anti-inflammatory effects.

The addition of bananas provides a natural sweetness without the need for additional sugar.

CONS

The honey in this recipe may raise blood sugar levels in those with diabetes.

The high sugar content from the fruit should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This smoothie is an excellent way to boost immune function due to high levels of vitamin C.
The ginger in this recipe has been shown to reduce inflammation throughout the body.
Bananas provide fiber for digestive health and may help regulate blood sugar levels.