As we head into the second month of 2015 (that’s crazy talk, right?) it’s a good idea to reassess goals made at the start of the year. One of mine has been to eat more healthfully, especially at breakfast. Because I work from home, I often cozy up to my desk with a cup of coffee first thing in the morning, swearing I’ll make it downstairs for a snack in a little while. It’s easy to get caught up in emails and client work and forget all about the most important meal of the day. I’m working on making breakfast more of a priority, even if it’s as simple as a smoothie.
My friends at Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Co. sent me some of their juices to try, and I think they’re some of the freshest juices I’ve ever tried. Mix any of Natalie’s amazing juices with fresh and frozen fruit for a tasty breakfast smoothie. I love that Natalie’s has lots of options for fresh-squeezed citrus juices that don’t have any preservatives or hidden ingredients.
This Winter Sunrise Smoothie is a bright and sunshiny blend that’s both delicious and good for you. To make it, you’ll blend Greek yogurt, a banana, fresh and frozen berries and some fresh grated ginger plus Natalie’s sweet Orange Mango Juice and Pure Lime Juice. The tropical notes in this smoothie give me a glimpse of summertime, something I’ve been craving lots in this ice-cold weather.
Natalie’s selection of fresh juices will certainly elevate any smoothie. If you are, like I am, working on eating better breakfasts this year, then this Winter Sunrise Smoothie is a great recipe to get you started.
(This post was sponsored by Natalie’s. Thank you for supporting the sponsors who allow me to create delicious recipes for you.)
Click below for the Winter Sunrise Smoothie recipe!
Winter Sunrise Smoothie
A bright ray of sunshine for winter breakfasts
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 ripe banana
- 1/2 cup sliced strawberries
- 1/2 cup frozen raspberries
- 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- pinch of sea salt
- 1/2 cup Natalie's Orange Mango Juice
- 3 tablespoons Natalie's Pure Lime Juice
- 1 cup ice
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into a blender.
- Blend until smooth, about 1 minute. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 1 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 454Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 183mgCarbohydrates: 101gFiber: 18gSugar: 73gProtein: 18g
Anne @ Unique Gifter says
I LOVE mango. That juice would be so good!
Susannah says
It’s super delicious, Anne! You absolutely have to give it a try. It means so much to me to have you stop by the blog! Always lovely to see your name pop up here.
Asharae Kroll // This Wild Season says
This looks so delicious. Summertime and tropical fruit is just what I’m craving too!!
Susannah says
Thanks so much, Asharae! I can’t wait for summer to get here so I can have all the tropical drinks. I miss them so much right now!
Cat @ therusticwillow says
Yum!! This looks so delicious
Susannah says
Thanks so much, Cat! Let me know if you give it a try. I really appreciate you stopping by the blog to read + comment. You’re the best!
Gina says
Wow, yum!! This looks like the perfect thing to get excited for spring and summer around the corner!
Susannah says
Absolutely, Gina! I can’t wait for the seasons to change, which is weird because I can be such a snow bunny! This smoothie is the perfect remedy for those of us craving warmer weather right now. I really appreciate your comment, Gina. It means a lot.
Alexandria says
I have a goal to make a smoothie every day for a month as part of an attempt to be healthier. I’ll defiantly add this one to my list. It sound yummy.
Susannah says
That’s a great goal, Alexandria! When I worked at an office, I used to make a tofu + almond milk + chocolate + peanut butter + banana smoothie every morning. It was divine. I miss working away from home if only for that! I should bring it back.