It’s official.
We’re on the beach.
Somewhere in Mexico.
For the entire week.
Successfully escaping the dreary Northwest winter.
Can we please cheers to that?
A vacation was much-needed, especially after a cross-country move, rather stressful end of year, and low vitamin D levels. OK, I can’t confirm that last one, but come on – we live in Oregon. The sun shines here for 3 hours a day and we were in need of some serious beach time!
We have also been in need of some serious Vitamin C and bright, cheery foods to rally us through to spring. Is anyone else in the same boat? If so, we have just the solution: This 5-ingredient Coconut Clementine smoothie that’s perfectly sweet, creamy and mega refreshing.
The beauty of a smoothie, of course, is that you take whatever’s in season, throw it in a blender and hope for the best!
That’s kind of how this smoothie came together. I have a serious obsession with coconut milk these days. Add in some gorgeous winter clementines, a handful of my favorite greens and ka-blam! Smoothie magic.
This little gem is perfect for curing the winter blues. It’s:
Super green
Loaded with immune-boosting vitamins + nutrients
Perfectly sweet
Creamy
Fresh
Not too sweet
& Kind of a dream
I love this type of smoothie alongside something a little more substantial, like a tofu scramble, breakfast potatoes, or hummus toast. But it would also make a great post workout drink with the addition of your favorite protein powder. You know, for the huge muscles we all secretly want (yes, even you, Rhonda).
If you give this smoothie a try, please let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, share it, or take your best smoothie selfie (a.k.a. smelfie) and tag it #minimalistbaker on Instagram. We’d love to see. Cheers, friends!
Coconut Clementine Green Smoothie
Ingredients
- 4-5 medium clementines (peeled, strings mostly removed)
- 1 ripe banana (previously sliced and frozen)
- 1/2 cup light coconut milk (sub other non-dairy milk with varied results)
- 1 big handful greens (I love spinach)
- 3-4 ice cubes
- 2-3 fresh mint or cilantro leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until creamy and smooth. Adjust flavor as needed, adding more banana for sweetness, ice for thickness, and herbs for a bit of earthiness.
Jessica Hawkins says
This was delish! I added a little frozen pineapple just because I had it. Great way to use up the clementines I thought my family would like, but that they didn’t eat!
Jessica Hawkins says
Are you using canned light coconut milk or the kind in the carton in the milk section? If carton, sweetened or unsweetened?
yes, the kind in the milk section! I’d recommend unsweetened but both will work!
Cate says
I was not a fan of this smoothie at all. I found the flavours didn’t really mix well, and it somehow turned out bitter, even though my clementines and banana were definitely ripe. I used almond milk because I didn’t have any coconut milk on hand, and added a bit of honey to counter the bitterness. Also I feel like this probably requires a higher speed blender than mine, or a really long time blending, because mine was full of stringy stuff after I blended it in my Magic Bullet. do you have any tips to reduce the stringiness? I made sure to peel as much of the strings as I could from the clementines as I normally am a bit obsessed with this anyway. I have loved all my Minimalist Baker recipes so far, so I guess this was bound to happen at some point! ^_^
J says
Filter it through a fine sieve first.
Anete says
Just made this and loved it! My parents loved it too! Thank you for the recipe.
Have a nice day,
Anete
Erica says
I just made this and it is the bomb.com. I added a BUNCH of cilantro, and also a small avocado, some frozen pineapple pieces, and a frozen cube of lemon juice for some extra TANG. WOWEEEEE.
Johnny Boy says
It’s easier just to make a steak
Here's Johnny says
Totally liked it! Being a girl who loves spicy food, i couldn’t resist not putting some ginger in there)) very good recipie.
too much bananas though, they are very high on sugars and calories ))
Ellie Macdonald says
Yummy! This coconut clementine green smoothie looks is really awesome & It’s looks delicious. I like it! This recipe gives me an excuse to trying it! Thanks for share…
Claudette says
I am drinking my clementine smoothie right now…. delish! So glad I came across this recipe. Even my husband says “it’s a keeper”! Thank you for sharing.
Juliette says
This will be my breakfast tomorrow! I love how simple and green it is.
Nichole @ WhoGoesWear says
Ohhhh that looks delicious!! I’m dying to get back to my juicer and get to try some of these recipes out :)
– Nichole
WhoGoesWear.com
Maryann Freund says
We just got back from Cabo and feeling the blues in Jersey. Thank you for this wonderful recipe that has cheered us up! Stay in Mexico as long as you can!!
Lorna says
This recipe is so vibrant, I could almost be in Mexico with you!
mary says
I’ve been trying out your recipes for awhile now and I am finally leaving a comment. All recipes have been a hit with me and my family. I just made this smoothie today I added a few frozen pineapple chunks and a little bit of lime. Delicious! Keep em’ coming.
Nicole says
Wow! This tastes amazing! My little girls even loved it too!! We added 5 sprigs of mint and it added a nice refreshing taste. Thank you for sharing!
Violingirl1998 says
Just made this for me and my hubby tonight! We loved it! I will be making this for my co-workers for St Patrick’s Day :)
Neeli says
I love your blog and visit from time to time, and I have to say that you have so many recipes that I want to try. Smoothies are one of my favorite drinks and this recipe looks awesome.
Kari Gale says
Hey chica! Great to see you on Saturday night and meet your other half! Have a fantastic vacation! :)
Trang's corner says
It looks amazzzingggggg! So delicious! Need to try this recipe.
Elisa says
Hey, I’ve started to look on this side mainly because I was searching for some healthy snacks and then I somehow stumbled onto this website so now I want to say hello. Hi! :) (*waves*)
I also want to ask something. I don’t really like bananas, to put it mildly , so I was wondering if there are any alternitives to them.
Thank you in advance,
Cheers!
Ps: I hope you have fun on your vacation ;)
ale says
Love the colors of the picture! The smoothies looks super yummy!
DessertForTwo says
It’s so weird..my invitation to join you and John in Mexico never arrived. Hmf. Well, I’ll just start packing my bags and head down there. See you soooooon ;)
XO
P.S. OMG VITAMIN D! The sun came out the other day, and I went on my deck and lifted my shirt to expose my belly to the sun. And I even (gasp!) did it without sunscreen on. I just felt this primal urge to strip down and bathe in the sun. Ok, this is getting weird for a food blog. Sorry.
Anna says
Haha! Here, in So. California it is so hot, I’m trying to cover myself up not to get a sunburn.
Maryea {happy healthy mama} says
The COLORS! I’m loving this. I hope you are enjoying your sunshine!!
Anna says
Banana, coconut milk and spinach is a lovely combination. But with mandarines?…That’s interesting! I trust your taste, Dana, and will try this recipe.
DRAMA says
Looks so delicious! YUMM!
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Lizbeth says
This look super yummy!!! I’m all about smoothies, but I’m all about trips to Mexico! Hope you’re enjoying your time!!
Ashley@blondegirlcravings.com says
Oh these pictures are just lovely!!! Makes me forget that its still winter :/
Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says
Totally wishing I could be in Mexico with a tall glass of this!! So yummy!!
Lauren says
I’m so jealous that you’re at the beach! As much as I love all of this snow, I’m not the biggest fan of the cold so a warm, sunny beach sounds pretty perfect. This smoothie sounds like a pretty good second to being on the beach though. It is the perfect way to use up all of the citrus that I have on hand (not that it’s hard to use up… I’ve been having at least one grapefruit a day…)
Jessie Snyder | Faring Well says
You’re in MEXICO! Congrats, you’ve earned it! Totally channeling those beach vibes in this post. Loving it.
Abby says
oh, this looks delicious, Dana! love! :)
Kathryn says
This seems like such a delicious but unusual flavor combination – I can’t wait to try! I just got a real blender for Christmas and I’ve been all about the smoothies since then.
x Kathryn
Annaliese says
Oh nice! I have been diggin’ the coconut too! I may try this…only with a TB or two of coconut cream :) Thanks for the inspiration!!
Traci | Vanilla And Bean says
Yaaaasssss! Love, love, love the flavors you’ve assembled here and clementies are so delicious right now! Perfect timing; I just brought home a big bag! Thank you Dana…. while I sit here in Seattle with the rain…. Y’all have fun!
Ilona @ Ilona's Passion says
Have a nice vacation. This smoothie is so good!
Ryan Tramonte says
cheers to Clemmies (madarine too ) …and Mexico. I am mad for both.
it is a chilly 39 here in New Orleans. Enjoy the warm sands
Ryan
Nicole Louries says
I love your recipes! I have been following your food blog for over a year and have recommended your site to all my clients! Keep up the good work!
Heather Mason says
I have so many clementines from my aunt’s tree. Going to make this smoothie stat! Totally adding in the fresh mint too. hope you’re having fun in Mexico!
Amy says
I will be trying this out this evening, YUM!
Jordan Lynn // Life Between Lattes says
This looks amazing! I really need more green smoothies in my life.
Trisha says
The brightness and vibrancy in these photos alone is bringing some sunshine to my day! Sometimes I get overwhelmed with the big box of clementines. Now I know what to do with them!
marla murphy/ The Blonde Pantry says
This looks great!! I can’t wait to try it!
Tori@Gringalicious.com says
The flavors of this smoothie are perfection! Hope you’re having a great trip!
Ashlee says
I’ve never had clementines in a smoothie before, which is weird because I eat clementines like a mad woman and you would think I would have thought to add one to my smoothie by now.
Georgie says
Wow these photos are so stunning! I never would have thought of that combination but I love both flavors so much.
Have a great trip!
Simple Green Moms says
Oh Lordy. I have been obsessed with clementines + green smoothies for weeks on end now but never put the two together. United as one. This is a must do asap. PINNED! =)
Valérie says
I would have never come up with making a smoothie with clementines, especially not a green one! Now that I see your ingredients it just seems too easy that I wonder why I haven’t come up with it myself. Together with your recommended mint leaves I can imagen this to be a lovely combination and a perfect start for the day.