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Antioxidant Blueberry Orange Smoothie

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Treat yourself to a big glass of this Antioxidant Blueberry Orange Smoothie! It’s so refreshing, packed with protein and nourishing ingredients plus it’s sugar free and perfect for breakfast or snacks. 

Blueberry orange smoothie in a glass with orange slices and fresh blueberries around it.

If you’re going to drink your meal, you want to make sure it’s packed with nourishment!

This ANTIOXIDANT BLUEBERRY ORANGE SMOOTHIE is all that and then some.

Pink smoothie in a glass with fresh blueberries and orange slices.

I am all about nourishing drinks. I have favorites for staying hydrated plus all-time favorite warming drinks and some unique favorites too. 

And then there’s smoothies. Oh smoothies, how I love you.

Pink smoothie in a glass with fresh blueberries and orange slices.

You see, smoothies and I go way back. We have a fond love for each other. Okay, so that’s kind of silly but in reality I have loved smoothies for many years. So much love for them that my first “real” job was at Jamba Juice over 22 years ago!

I had a smoothie at work every day I was there, sometimes two. I kind of lived off of them for a few years.

Fresh blueberries and orange slices.

Every once in a while my co-workers and I would trade our “free shift smoothie” with other places in the same plaza and get Noah’s Bagels instead or pizza from another restaurant. That was fun because each place had free “shift meals” and we could swap with each other as long as it was manager approved.

Those were the days! I say that sarcastically, but really, they were actually pretty fun.

I even remember one time that I was at work and my husband came in with some of our friends. We were not a couple then, but we did have a crazy mad crush on each other. Fun memories!

Pink smoothie in a glass with fresh blueberries and orange slices.

Clearly, those were the days when I didn’t know gluten was an issue for me. Most people didn’t know about gluten sensitivities and allergies back then.

I was also a very strict vegetarian back then (and was for over 15 years of my life then turned strict vegan for over 2 years).

I also didn’t know a thing about pesticides or what organic means.

So much has changed since then, but I still have a strong love for smoothies. And that cute, athletic boy from high school is now my husband.

Two pink smoothies in glasses with fresh blueberries and orange slices.

Since I love smoothies so much, I want to make sure and make them count because often they are a meal for me.

Make your smoothies count with superfoods and healthy ingredients.

For me this means always adding my favorite superfood + protein-packed + nourishing, grass-fed collagen, healthy fats, no sweetener (or very little natural sweetener), organic produce and making sure it’s rich in vitamins, minerals or antioxidants.

This Antioxidant Blueberry Orange Smoothie is packed with antioxidant-rich blueberries (wild blueberries preferably), vitamin C from fresh orange juice, avocado oil (for a healthy fat) and gut/bone/joint/muscle/metabolism supporting grass-fed collagen.

Pink smoothie in a glass with fresh blueberries and orange slices.

Chew your smoothies!

I know that sounds weird, but it actually helps support your digestion. Even just the movement of the mouth kind of tricks your body and helps produce digestive enzymes (that your saliva contains).

The longer your “chew” your smoothie or even kind of swish it around in your mouth, the more time these enzymes have to start breaking down the smoothie, which makes digestion easier.

If that still seems weird to you, try adding some toppings to your smoothie (like fresh fruit, granola, coconut flakes, hemp seeds, etc.) or make it into a smoothie bowl so you have some textures to chew.

Pink smoothie in a glass with fresh blueberries and orange slices.

Nourishing and full of flavor! 

This delicious Antioxidant Blueberry Orange Smoothie is sure to please the whole family! So stock up on some frozen blueberries (wild blueberries are best for antioxidants) and juicy oranges. You’re going to want to make this several times before the citrus season is over.

Pink smoothie in a glass with fresh blueberries and orange slices.

Antioxidant Blueberry Orange Smoothie

Antioxidant Blueberry Orange Smoothie

Antioxidant Blueberry Orange Smoothie

Yield: 2-3 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Treat yourself to a big glass of this Antioxidant Blueberry Orange Smoothie! It's so refreshing, packed with protein and nourishing ingredients plus it's sugar free and perfect for breakfast or snacks.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups frozen wild blueberries (reglar blueberries are fine too)
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen peaches OR 1 frozen banana
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice (2-4 medium oranges = approx. 1 cup juice)
  • 1/2 cup coconut water, coconut water kefir or filtered water
  • 1-2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 3 drops liquid stevia drops - optional
  • 2 scoops (or 1/4 cup) grass-fed collagen (<-- this is the only grass-fed collagen I use and recommend)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract - optional
  • 1/4 tsp Celtic sea salt or Himalayan salt (<-- this is my favorite sea salt)
  • 1/2 tsp whole food vitamin C powder - optional

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients to a high powered blender.
  2. Blend until smoothie is thick and fully combined.
  3. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

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Tip: Kids love smoothies with straws! I highly recommend serving smoothies with reusable straws if you want your little one to drink all of the smoothie.

Sweetener: If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, add 1 teaspoon up to 1 tablespoon of raw honey or maple syrup. You can also add 1-2 Medjool dates for a natural sweetener, just make sure to remove the pits first. 

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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 3 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 401 Total Fat: 11g Saturated Fat: 2g Trans Fat: 0g Unsaturated Fat: 9g Cholesterol: 3mg Sodium: 621mg Carbohydrates: 73g Fiber: 12g Sugar: 41g Protein: 10g
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Cuisine: American / Category: Beverage
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  4. I’ve been relying on smoothies a lot lately, especially for breakfast. I try to pack mine with lots of add-ins to make it as nutritious as possible! I love this flavor combo and those add-ins!

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  10. i have been wanting to work up a citrus smoothie…and i love your idea of the blueberries with it! Yum Emily, I am looking foward to trying this!

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  13. You are so good at coming up with a smoothie with good flavour and good nutrition. I just happen to have all the ingredients, going to make it!

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  14. So cute to imagine you working at a juice bar! I’ve been a long time fan of smoothies too. Thank goodness we know how to make better ones now 🙂 This looks beautiful!

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  20. I love your Jamba Juice memories! I worked in a mall in high school and I loved all the social interaction with the other stores/restaurants – it was a super fun place to work as a young person! I’m adding collagen to my smoothies lately, so I’ll have to give this one a whirl this week!

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  22. Smoothies are something my kids were drinking from their bottles when they were a bit smaller. But this is a next level smoothie- avocado oil and collagen? Never tried it in a smoothie before but already love it!

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