Orange Recipes

You might be surprised at the incredible benefits hidden within a single orange. 🍊 Not only does it provide all the Vitamin C you need, it also boasts 3 grams of fiber. Ready to unlock the full potential of this fantastic fruit? Start with one of these five delicious and unexpected ways to enjoy oranges as soon as your next meal.

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Mandarin Breakfast Smoothie

Make it a Full Plate Meal: When rushed, this is a perfect out-the-door breakfast. Pour 1/2 the smoothie into a portable cup and take on the day! Share leftovers with family or freeze them to enjoy the next day.

75% water-fiber foods – oranges, banana 
25% foods – yogurt, milk, flax seed

Apple Citrus Salad

Make it a Full Plate Meal: Serve the salad as directed in the post. Plate with brown rice and your favorite grilled protein: chicken, fish, tofu, or chickpeas.

75% water-fiber foods – spinach, oranges, apple, brown rice, chickpeas
25% foods – feta, pecans, dried cranberries, dressing, tofu/chicken/fish

Mandarin Orange Nice Cream

This nice cream is the perfect replacement for dessert this week, especially if you use ripe bananas instead of maple syrup.  

75% water-fiber foods – mandarin oranges (banana if using instead of sweetener)
25% foods – milk, sweetener (optional)

Shaved Brussels Sprouts Citrus Quinoa Salad

Make it a Full Plate Meal: This is a perfect lunch salad. Pack your dressing on the side, and add 1/2 cup of edamame when you serve.

75% water-fiber foods – quinoa, Brussels, mandarin oranges, pomegranate, greens, edamame
25% foods – dressing, pecans, sunflower seeds

Roasted Beet, Avocado and Citrus Salad

Make it a Full Plate Meal: This salad would be absolutely wonderful for Powering Up your favorite lunch wrap.

75% water-fiber foods – arugula, quinoa, beets, radishes, orange, avocado, parsley, veggies, hummus
25% foods – oil, glaze, yogurt, wrap, turkey, feta