Frosty Orange Smoothie

This take on the classic Julius is a playful way to get a serious amount of sprouts into your system in one shot. And unlike the original, it will give you a protein boost rather than put you into a sugar shock!

Serves 2 to 3

Ingredients:

3 large oranges, peeled and segmented

½ cup unsweetened almond milk

4 dried Medjool dates, pitted and chopped

1 teaspoon pure vanilla powder or extract

1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric

4 cups (about 8 ounces) mature mung bean sprouts

½ cup (about ½ ounce) mild vegetable sprout, such as clover or alfalfa

1 small carrot, chopped

Large handful of ice cubes

Directions:

In a high-speed blender, combine all the ingredients in the order listed and blend, starting on low speed and working your way up to high, until smooth, about 2 minutes. Add a little water or more almond milk if the drink gets too thick. Pour into glasses and enjoy immediately. Store leftovers in a tightly sealed jar for up to 1 day. Shake well before serving.

Recipe credit: “The Sprout Book” by Doug Evans