A bright morning camu camu citrus smoothie that boost your immune system and energizes you for your busy day ahead
Fennel Camu Camu Citrus Smoothie
A refreshing camu camu citrus smoothie that bolsters the immune system and more. Simple to make. Gather camu camu powder, carrots, grapefruit, and maybe a fennel bulb.
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Well, you don't really need the fennel, but it is fun, read on..
Why Add Carrots to a Citrus Smoothie
Carrots are cool because they also reduce the risk of cancers, are high in antioxidants to slow cell damage, and are actually a powerful antiseptic which kills bacteria that causes tooth decay, and can actually be used raw and mashed on open wounds to prevent infection, and balances blood sugar.
All About Camu Camu Powder
And camu camu powder is such an immune-booster since it carries more vitamin C than any other food, as well as ability to balance mood, and is a powerful anti-inflammatory. It's a bit bitter though so stick to the measurement and perhaps taste-test and add a bit of orange or grapes, any fruit that sweetens.
Spice Up Your Smoothie with Fennel
Lastly the fennel, only a quarter of chopped bulb, but enough to impart all the nutrition of fennel - antioxidant as well as provider of fiber and potassium - and a slight tart licorice flavor.
Finally, by now you have read about the trending benefits of celery juice. Well, I'm all for adding new ingredients to my fresh smoothies, so in this recipe I have added a stalk of organic celery, stripped of strings, and freshly scrubbed. This adds inflammation nutrients as well as more.
Should You Add Celery to a Smoothie?
Celery is on the "dirty" list with the EWG.org so be sure to buy it organic. Now adding a stalk of celery is not juicing it which is said to bring on the more intense healing qualities. That recipe will come next!
Any season, enjoy this immune-boosting interesting smoothie!
And you might want to check out my Smoothie Ice Cube Concentrates recipes - make these smoothies ahead of time, freeze them in ice cube trays, put them in a glass the night before and blend in the AM! Easy Peasy Smoothie 101!
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Is this Citrus Smoothie Vegan & Dairy-Free?
As are all my smoothies, this citrus smoothie recipe is vegetarian, vegan, plant-based, dairy-free, and gluten-free.
Other Drinks To Check Out
Green Grape Smoothie
Mango Smoothie
Raspberry Smoothie
Blender Ginger Shots
Turmeric Latte
Ultimate Green Smoothie
Chocolate Beet Smoothie
Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie
How to Add Healthy Protein to a Smoothie
Want to add even more protein to this smoothie? Here are a few ideas:
Add ½ cup yogurt - I love coconut yogurt, unsweetened.
Add 1-2 tbsp of cashew butter or almond butter both have a mild flavor and go well with sweet fruits.
1-2 tbsp of chia seeds - for added protein and fiber, but note the seeds will add speckles to the drink.
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Fennel Camu Camu Citrus Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup juice and pulp from 1 grapefruit or blood orange
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup water
- ¼ chopped fennel bulb
- 1 stalk organic celery
- 1 cup carrots scrapped and chopped
- 1 cup dairy-free yogurt or milk
- 1 tsp camu camu powder - for Vitamin C (I use this brand)
- 1 tbs hemp hearts - for plant protein (I use this brand)
Instructions
- Chop off leaves and stalk of fennel bulb. Chop the white bulb in chunks. I usually use ¼ or ½ of the bulb in this recipe.De-string and wash well the celery stalk.
- Blend all ingredients, and taste test for sweetness. If you want it sweeter, add a bit of orange or orange juice or even green grapes - any fruit that sweetens but adds nutrients.Serve chilled.
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