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Apricot And Orange Smoothie Recipe

Start your day with a burst of sunshine! This vibrant Apricot & Orange Smoothie recipe, inspired by the Smoothies & Juices 2006 cookbook, is a delightful blend of sweet apricots and tangy oranges. Soaking the apricots overnight intensifies their flavor, creating a luxuriously smooth and refreshing drink. Perfect for breakfast, a healthy snack, or a light dessert. Get ready to experience a taste of summer in every sip!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 4 mins
Calories 258.4 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.0 (5 Reviews)
Apricot And Orange Smoothie 105

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Ingredients for Apricot And Orange Smoothie

  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup quartered dried apricots
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
  • 2 teaspoons dark brown sugar (or to taste)

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How to Make Apricot And Orange Smoothie

  1. In a small bowl, combine 1 cup of quartered dried apricots with 1 cup of boiling water. Cover and let soak overnight (or for at least 4 hours).
  2. Drain the soaked apricots, reserving about 2 tablespoons of the soaking liquid.
  3. Add the apricots and reserved liquid to a blender or food processor.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of freshly squeezed orange juice.
  5. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  6. Pour the smoothie into two tall glasses.
  7. Top each glass with 1 tablespoon of plain yogurt and a sprinkle of brown sugar (or to taste).
  8. Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

213g

Fat

1g

Carbs

21g

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