- Sweet oranges and peaches are blended with Greek yogurt to create a creamy smoothie reminiscent of a Creamsicle.
- The oranges and orange juice provide immune-supporting vitamin C.
- To achieve the ultimate smoothie consistency, follow the order in the recipe and add the liquids first.
Our Orange Peach Chia Seed Smoothie channels all the Creamsicle vibes. You get immune-boosting vitamin C from the orange juice and fresh oranges, and your heart health gets potassium from the peaches. The calcium-rich yogurt adds creaminess to the smoothie and the fiber-rich chia seeds are good for your gut and help thicken the smoothie. We added the natural sweetness of dates and a hint of vanilla for a mild, floral taste. Read on for our expert tips on how to achieve the desired consistency, change the flavor profile, and more.
Tips from the EatingWell test kitchen
These are the top tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our test kitchen to make sure it works, tastes good, and is good for you too!
- To make a thick and rich smoothie, use frozen fruit instead of ice. Ice melts quickly and can dilute the taste. For an even creamier consistency, you can use frozen coconut milk cubes or add frozen bananas.
- For best results, add your ingredients to the blender in the order listed in the recipe, starting with the liquids. Don’t forget to scrape the sides of the blender to make sure everything is mixed evenly.
- If you want a different flavor profile, you can substitute coconut milk for the orange juice.
- To make the smoothie dairy-free, simply replace the whole milk (Greek-style) yogurt with a dairy-free yogurt.
Nutritional information
- Greek-style whole milk yogurt is a thick, protein-rich yogurt. Look for a brand that contains probiotics to add healthy bacteria to the gut for a more diverse microbiome. Yogurt also contains calcium for healthy bones and muscle contraction.
- You get immune-boosting vitamin C from orange juice And orange segments in this smoothie. Vitamin C is also an antioxidant that can reduce inflammation and increase collagen production for healthy skin and joints.
- Chia seeds are rich in plant-based omega-3 fatty acids, especially alpha-linolenic acid. They are also a rich source of fiber, essential for good digestion, and increasing fiber intake in the diet can help with weight control.
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Ward, Props Stylist: Phoebe Hauser, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall.
