2 medium bananas
2 medium oranges
1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice (or water for a less orangy-taste)
1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
1 tablespoon coconut oil
Directions
1. Get your orange zest off an orange before you peel it. The easiest way to get fresh orange zest is to simply use a clean orange peeler to shave a bit of orange peel off. Collect 1 tbsp's worth.
2. Peel your oranges well using a knife. Cut off most of the white rind so that you just have nice, glistening oranges with very little white rind left.
3. Add all ingredients to your high-speed blender.
4. Blend well.
5. Enjoy your raw orange smoothie!
The Rawtarian's Thoughts
Raw orange smoothie recipe - I was craving a creamy orange smoothie today for some reason. Not sure why! So I put my thinking cap on about what would make this smoothie burst with orange flavour - while at the same time being super smooth and creamy. And here's what I came up with!
It's very easy to make, and the consistency is super creamy and orangy. Note: This is best made with a high-speed blender since oranges can be difficult to get to a smooth consistency in a standard blender due to their fibrous consistency.
Enjoy this raw orange smoothie recipe when you're craving a creamsicle! This recipe makes one serving -- perfect for a snack or dessert.
Images
Your raw recipe package has been sent to your email
Be sure to check your spam or bulk mail folders if you can't find your package. Enjoy your raw adventure!
Recommended for you:
Comments
Penelope
Dec 12, 2011
Permalink
This looks amazing! I have to admit, I'm a little confused though - why do you need an additional 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons of OJ? Does this have to be fresh squeezed juice you collect from your juicer? Couldn't you just add in a few more slices of orange?
The Rawtarian
Dec 26, 2011
Permalink
I am sure you could tweak it if you don't want to make the juice.
You can get it from a juicer or hand squeeze from one of those little glass dishes (that's what I use -- I don't have a big juicer)
I just made it that way to amp up the orange flavor without having to add too much fibrous material (full orange)
Doll
Jan 12, 2013
Permalink
Honey, this is a sweet delicious recipe and I am so happy me and my gf , well she actually found your recipes and I too, am enjoying them. Thank you Rawterian, and for great beautiful postings!. Truly, Doll
The Rawtarian
Jan 25, 2013
Permalink
Thanks Doll!
Court
Dec 13, 2011
Permalink
Yum! I added a little almond milk, some vanilla, and a little stevia and my banana was frozen. It was a little orange-creamcicle-ish! Thanks for another good one!
The Rawtarian
Dec 26, 2011
Permalink
Yummers!
Janna
Dec 19, 2011
Permalink
Sounds yummy! How many servings does it make? Also, do you juice your own oranges or buy bottled juice?
Thanks.
The Rawtarian
Dec 26, 2011
Permalink
2 servings
Best to juice your own but do what is most practical for you and your lifestyle
Doll
Jan 12, 2013
Permalink
it's always best and freshest when made from raw oranges. In my opinion, Doll
Andie
Jan 02, 2012
Permalink
Wondering for this and other recipes that call for bananas I am allergic to bananas – severe hypoglycemic reaction to sugar alcohol.
What can I use in its place? I’m missing out on alot of great recipes.
The Rawtarian
Jan 02, 2012
Permalink
Oh man that sucks Andie!
OK. The tough thing with a banana allergy is that you can't always replace bananas with the same thing because they are used for different purposes depending on the recipe.
In general bananas do two things:
1. Sweeten (perfectly ripe bananas are crazy sweet)
2. Add creaminess
3. Bulk up a sweet recipe
So for sweetening only you could sub with dates.
So for creaminess you could sub with avocado.
For bulk - not sure what to suggest in general. depends on the recipe!
FOR THIS RECIPE:
Add 1 avocado + 1/2 cup dates instead of the bananas.
Hope helpful! Bye for now Andie
PS: Oh no! I bet you can't eat dates, huh?? Try without the dates - it might not be as sweet.
What can you use as a sweetener I wonder?
NaTaSha
Jan 14, 2012
Permalink
Instead of the banana, use a mango... ;) ~N~
Doll
Jan 12, 2013
Permalink
Ah....... YUM!!! ;) Doll
Ronda Perry
Jan 17, 2012
Permalink
When I was a little girl my dad would bring us orange sticks after a long truck driving trip. They were such a treat! Well, I love your orange smoothie. I, too use frozen bananas and vanilla, but this time I added some raw cacao powder. It tastes very much like the orange sticks he brought us. Thanks for the recipe and the memories!
The Rawtarian
Jan 20, 2012
Permalink
My pleasure :)
The Rawtarian
Jan 20, 2012
Permalink
They do say smell/taste are very linked to memory. Thanks for sharing your lovely story - nice of your dad to bring a treat!
Barbara
Jan 24, 2012
Permalink
WOW!! Never heard of anyone else allergic to bananas besides myself!! I will try the mango, thanks for the treat.
Maryanne Flint
Jan 30, 2012
Permalink
This is delicious. If this makes 2 servings and I drink half straight away, how long can I keep the other half in the fridge and still retain its goodness.
The Rawtarian
Feb 06, 2012
Permalink
Not very long - I usually never store. Just drink it all in one day. Whatever you do, don't store in your blender - that's a bad habit to get into! :) Try pouring in separate glasses, covering in saran wrap. Then give a little stir with a spoon (or shake if you store them in mason jars) when you want to drink. This one might firm up a bit in fridge due to to coconut oil.
Maryanne Flint
Feb 11, 2012
Permalink
Thanks a day is good I can never keep any of your recipes longer than a day they are just too yummy. Now I see you have an orange chia seed pudding can't wait to try that one.
The Rawtarian
Feb 11, 2012
Permalink
Yah, it's a good one too. You must like your citrus Maryanne :)
Anne
Mar 14, 2013
Permalink
I use to try all kinds of replacement meals to help me lose weight. A company called ideal shape has these plastic cups that have a lid and an ingenious "wisk" ball made out of stainless steel. Since I have been making smoothies, I pour all the finished product into one of these cups and take (usually 2 full cups full) to work with me. I refridgerate one of them for lunch and sip on the other all morning until gone, usually before 9. When you snap the lid shut you can shake it up and the "wisk" ball helps to keep it blended quite well. I think you can buy these cups from their website. just google ideal shape.
The Rawtarian
Mar 15, 2013
Permalink
Hi Anne, wow, this sounds like something I have to try! Very handy. Thank you for sharing!
Kiki
Feb 19, 2012
Permalink
This makes my kitchen counters so messy, but it is so worth it. :)
The Rawtarian
Feb 19, 2012
Permalink
Love it Kiki!
Jana
Mar 28, 2012
Permalink
instead of a banana use a cherimoya (chair ah Moi ah). They are creamy and custard like you can freeze it and put it in your smoothie. They are a wee bit expensive but OHHHHH so worth it. Beware once you have one you are going to want another! I have been craving one ever since my last! Also NOTE don't eat the seeds!
You should be able to find these at specialty food stores like Whole foods or something similar.
The Rawtarian
Mar 30, 2012
Permalink
I have never heard of these! Sounds good b/c I love custard!!!
RawMama
Apr 17, 2012
Permalink
This would be awesome frozen is popsicle containers!
The Rawtarian
Apr 23, 2012
Permalink
Amen to that! Great idea :)
Scarlet
May 05, 2012
Permalink
Hi Laura-Jane! May I ask which model Vitamix blender you have?
The Rawtarian
May 07, 2012
Permalink
Sure - I wrote about it here :) http://www.therawtarian.com/vitamix
(I have a VM 5200)
Jutta
Mar 02, 2013
Permalink
Is that 1/2 cup orange juice as wellas the 2 oranges ? Why the 2 tablespoons?
Thank
Jutta
Posted from The Rawtarian App
The Rawtarian
Mar 03, 2013
Permalink
Hi Jutta, It is probably not necessary, but it just gives a slightly extra pop of orangy-goodness ;)
Angie
Mar 07, 2013
Permalink
I made one of your breakfasts' this morning & for a mid-afternoon snack -- I'm going to be having THIS!!! Just to make it a lil less cals I'm only going to do 1 banana, 2 baby cuties & 1/2T coconut oil -- hope it turns out bc my taste buds are ready for the party! :)
Side effect of eating your food today? I'm buzzing with energy and I've been up since 4am!!! I like it! haha
The Rawtarian
Mar 09, 2013
Permalink
Angie :)
Illie
Apr 02, 2013
Permalink
I tried a raw food diet some years ago. It seemed quite boring eating fruit and salad all the time. Thank goodness I came across your web site :) Your recipes look extra yummy. I feel quite positive in eating raw again. .There are so many health benefits. I need to lose weight, what would you suggest? Thanks.
The Rawtarian
Apr 07, 2013
Permalink
Hi Illie, one of the greatest weight loss tips is to eat MORE healthy stuff first. So find some tasty healthy food that you LOVE. For me, it started with fresh fruit, like grapes, blueberries and fresh strawberries. :) Focus on GOOD healthy stuff. That is the first step.
Kristine from M...
Apr 19, 2013
Permalink
I made this last night and it was great but I would not add the orange zest next time. I did not care for that bitter bite that it imparts. I prefer the orange creamsickle taste of my youth. I added a little manuka honey as well to up the nutritional value and taste. Enjoy being raw, Kristine
Posted from The Rawtarian's Raw Recipes App
The Rawtarian
Apr 20, 2013
Permalink
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Kristine! Honey would be a yummy addition.
kat
Apr 23, 2013
Permalink
Looks delicious. Just wondering what's the coconut oil for? Can I substitute it cos I don't have coconut oil on hand.
The Rawtarian
Apr 28, 2013
Permalink
Hi Kat, in this recipe you can omit the coconut oil
Kat
Apr 29, 2013
Permalink
Thanks. Saw coconut oil in supermarket and bought a small bottle! The smoothie was delicious!!
The Rawtarian
May 11, 2013
Permalink
Great, Kat! You'll definitely find that coconut oil comes in handy. I use it a lot in my recipes. (Usually I use it so that a recipe will harden when frozen or refrigerated)
VIpanfried
Apr 28, 2013
Permalink
I processed the coconut for nearly an hour. That photo has me salivating! But I give up, the coconut is still dry dry dry
Posted from The Rawtarian's Raw Recipes App
The Rawtarian
May 11, 2013
Permalink
Hi again Vlpanfried - strange. Perhaps your dried coconut is different than mine? That really is my photo so I was able to get it to work with my set-up and following the directions as written :)
debbie
May 05, 2013
Permalink
Tried it this morn with a few pieces of pineapple to the mix. Yummie!
Posted from The Rawtarian's Raw Recipes App
The Rawtarian
May 11, 2013
Permalink
Yum Debbie!
Jerri
May 07, 2013
Permalink
Do you ever add any sort of protein or whey powder for added protein?
The Rawtarian
May 11, 2013
Permalink
Hi Jerri, I don't use powders, I use raw ingredients - especially hempseed hearts for extra plant-based protein :)
Emma
May 13, 2013
Permalink
This was my favourite recipe! (Which is odd, because I'd take a chocolate smoothie over an orange one any day). So fresh and zingy! I made a few adjustments since I was on my last banana. I added 1/2 an avocado instead of the second banana and coconut oil. It tasted marvellous, and was so thick and decadent! I'll be using this recipe quite often I think :)
Posted from The Rawtarian's Raw Meal Plans App
Pages
Leave a comment