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    Published: Feb 10, 2017 · Modified: Apr 11, 2022 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

    Blood Orange Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie

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    This healthy and delicious Blood Orange Breakfast Smoothie will start your day off on the right foot! With plenty of vitamin C, powerful antioxidants, fiber, and added protein it will keep you feeling full and energized all morning long.

    2 blood orange blueberry breakfast smoothies with a bowl of blood oranges, blueberries and lettuces
    Is it any coincidence that citrus season (January - April) runs in conjunction with cold and flu season? I think not.

    Do you get enough vitamin C in your diet? If I'm being honest, I probably don't. However, this year I am trying to be more mindful about my daily fruit intake, and I'm trying to make sure I get at least two helpings of fruit in a day.

    I've found that blending up a morning smoothie is a really good way to do just that. This Blood Orange Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie is one of my very favorites.

    **Please Note - The printable recipe card with detailed instructions, complete ingredient measurements, and nutritional information for making this healthy breakfast smoothie is available near the end of this post. 

    Blood orange smoothie in a glass with title text in upper right hand corner

    The ingredient list:

    • Blood Oranges
    • Blueberries
    • Organic Baby Lettuces
    • Almond Milk
    • Protein Powder
    • Ice Cubes

    This winter season has been a difficult one because many people have been suffering from bad colds, and there's been a nasty flu bug that seems to want to hang on forever.

    I, however, have been one of the fortunate ones and only mildly suffered from a tiny cold that lasted only three days, and the flu hasn't darkened our doorstep at all this winter *knock wood* even though a lot of people at my husband's work have been out sick.

    Together, we've remained healthy.

    Is it because we start off our days with drinks like this blood orange blueberry breakfast smoothie? Well, it sure doesn't hurt, that's for sure!

    What are some of the differences between blood oranges and navel oranges?

    • Like navel oranges, blood oranges are an excellent source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber.
    • However, blood oranges also contain the pigment, anthocyanin, which is what gives them their distinctive color. Anthocyanin is also found in blueberries and sweet cherries. This pigment helps protects your cells from oxidative damage and may help reduce the risk of heart disease. 
    • Navel oranges are typically sweeter than blood oranges which tend to be slightly tart in flavor.
    2 blood orange blueberry breakfast smoothies with straws and a bowl of cut oranges
    Start your day the healthy and nutritious way!

    Additional blood orange recipes:

    • Blood Orange Jam from The View from Great Island
    • Blood Orange Buttermilk Poundcake from White on Rice Couple
    • Blood Orange Bars from No Spoon Necessary
    • Blood Orange Blueberry Salad with Feta Cheese (pictured below) from (yours truly) Kudos Kitchen
    Salad on a white plate featuring blood oranges, blueberries, and feta cheese
    Heart Healthy Blood Orange Salad with Blueberries, Avocado, and Feta Cheese

    Printable Recipe Card

    blood orange breakfast smoothie with blueberries

    Healthy Blood Orange Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie

    Renee Goerger
    This healthy and delicious Blood Orange Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie will start your day off on the right foot! With plenty of vitamin C, powerful antioxidants, fiber, and added protein, it will keep you feeling full and energized all morning long.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course breakfast smoothie, Smoothie
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2
    Calories 109 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 blood oranges peeled
    • 1½ cups fresh blueberries
    • 1½ cups organic baby lettuces
    • 2 cups almond milk
    • 3-4 tablespoons protein powder I use vanilla flavored
    • ice cubes optional

    Instructions
     

    • Place all ingredients into a high-speed blender and blend until creamy.
    • Drink immediately.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Calories: 109kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 333mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 430IUVitamin C: 24.7mgCalcium: 312mgIron: 0.5mg
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    I sincerely hope you've enjoyed today's blood orange breakfast smoothie recipe as much as I've enjoyed sharing it with you!

    Two glasses of blood orange smoothies with assorted lettuces on a wooden board.
    Cheers to your good health!!
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    1. Dara Michalski says

      February 21, 2019 at 9:15 am

      5 stars
      Blood oranges are one of my favorite winter fruits! And I love that you snuck in a big portion of greens. Great way to start the day!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        February 21, 2019 at 9:30 am

        I love them too, Dara! This is one of my favorite smoothies. Thanks.

        Reply
    2. Meagen Brosius says

      February 21, 2019 at 9:05 am

      5 stars
      Smoothies are such a great way to start eh day. I love finding ones like this that are unique and delicious! Yum!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        February 21, 2019 at 9:30 am

        Thanks, Meagen. Glad you think so, too!

        Reply

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