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Smoothie in a glass made from oranges, carrots, oats, and ginger

Orange Carrot Smoothie

A bright, refreshing "liquid sunshine" blend that combines the sweetness of roasted carrots with zingy orange and spicy ginger. Packed with Vitamin A and C, this velvety smoothie is the ultimate healthy glow-up in a glass.
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Course: Smoothie
Keyword: Carrot, Orange
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1 Smoothie (24 oz)

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice
  • 1/2 cup oat milk
  • 1 fresh or frozen orange
  • 1/2 cup fresh carrots or prepared frozen carrot puree
  • 1/2 frozen banana
  • Juice from 1/2 a fresh lemon
  • 1 tbsp fresh chopped ginger (optional)

Optional Add-ins

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1 serving vanilla or chocolate protein powder
  • 1/4 cup rolled oats
  • 1/3 cup Gree yogurt

Instructions

  • Liquid First: Pour your apple juice, oat milk, and lemon juice into the blender.
  • Add Your Boosters: Add the ginger, orange zest, and any optional "nutrition boost" ingredients like protein powder or chia seeds.
  • The Frozen Layers: Add your orange segments, frozen banana, and your frozen carrot puree (or chunks).
  • Blend: Start on low and ramp up to high for 60-90 seconds until the texture is perfectly velvety and the orange color is brilliant

Notes

 
Make it Your Own
The base recipe works great as is, but using the optional add-ins gives you a nutritional boost and can tailor the consistency to your specific tastes.
  • 1 scoop Vanilla protein powder (for muscle repair).
  • 1/4 cup Rolled oats (for a thicker, heartier meal replacement).
  • 1/3 cup Greek yogurt (for probiotics and a tangy, ultra-smooth finish).
  • 1 tbsp Chia seeds (for Omega-3s and added thickness).
You can also adjust the liquid base to meet your needs:
  • Use water for a lighter blend
  • Replace the apple juice and milk combo with orange juice for the ultimate vitamin C dose and a brighter taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 24 oz