We enjoy smoothies throughout the winter — especially when the weather stays mild. If you’re somewhere colder, this bright, refreshing Pomegranate Citrus Smoothie brings a little sunshine to your day and helps you sneak in a boost of vitamin C.
Our small orange tree finally started producing juicy fruit, and when the citrus season lines up with pomegranates, a smoothie is the perfect way to use both. The citrus adds bright acidity while the pomegranate lends color, antioxidants, and subtle sweetness.
Pomegranate arils are beautiful and surprisingly easy to work with at home. I was concerned the seeds might make the smoothie gritty, but a high-powered blender makes the texture smooth and creamy while breaking down the arils completely.
To remove arils, score the pomegranate about 1/4 inch deep all the way around, pry it open, invert each half, and gently loosen the arils into a bowl of water. The arils sink while the membrane floats, making separation quick. One pomegranate typically yields more than a cup of arils, and doing it yourself is more economical than buying them pre-packaged. It can also feel a bit therapeutic — a small, satisfying kitchen task.
This smoothie is creamy, tangy, and sweet, packed with vitamin C and antioxidants — a welcome drink during cold and flu season. It’s quick to make and easy to adjust for your taste and blender strength.
If you try this recipe, please share how it turned out. Tag your photo with #lovelylittlekitchen — I love seeing variations and color combinations.
Pomegranate Citrus Smoothie
- Author: Julie
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 smoothie
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Blend
- Cuisine: American
Description
Creamy, tangy, and lightly sweet — this smoothie is packed with vitamin C and antioxidants for a refreshing, healthful boost.
Ingredients
- 1/2 banana, peeled
- 1 orange, peeled and seeded
- 1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1/3 cup pomegranate arils
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup ice
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, if more sweetness is desired)
- 1/4 cup water (optional, to thin if needed)
Instructions
- Place the banana, orange, frozen pineapple, pomegranate arils, Greek yogurt, and ice in a blender. Blend until smooth. If the mixture is too thick, add water a little at a time until you reach your desired consistency. Taste and add honey if you prefer a sweeter smoothie.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Smoothie
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 74g
- Sodium: 51mg
- Fat: 1.6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 90g
- Fiber: 8.3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 5.7mg