Blood Orange Smoothie with Grapes and Red Quinoa

Ingredients:

• 2 blood oranges, peeled and segmented
• 1 cup red grapes, seedless
• 1/4 cup cooked red quinoa, cooled
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Ice cubes (optional, for a colder smoothie)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:
   • Peel and segment the blood oranges, removing any seeds.
   • Wash the red grapes and remove them from the stems.
   • Cook red quinoa according to package instructions and allow it to cool completely.
2. Blend Ingredients:
   • In a blender, combine the blood orange segments, red grapes, cooked red quinoa, Greek yogurt, almond milk, honey or maple syrup (if using), and vanilla extract.
   • If desired, add a few ice cubes for a colder smoothie.
3. Blend Until Smooth:
   • Blend all the ingredients together until smooth and creamy.
4. Taste and Adjust:
   • Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more honey or maple syrup.
5. Serve:
   • Pour the smoothie into glasses.
6. Garnish (Optional):
   • Garnish with a slice of blood orange or a few whole grapes on the rim of each glass for an elegant touch.
7. Enjoy:
   • Serve the smoothie immediately and enjoy the refreshing and nutritious flavors of blood orange, grapes, and red quinoa.
8. Storage (Optional):
   • If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one day. Remember to give it a good stir before drinking as separation may occur.
9. Experiment:
   • Feel free to experiment with the ingredients. You can try adding different fruits or adjusting the amount of quinoa to suit your taste preferences.
10. Share:
    • Share this delightful and healthy smoothie recipe with your friends and family for a joyful and nutritious treat!