Ingredients
— The Glow Drink —
½ cup fresh squeezed orange juice (about 1–2 oranges)
½ cup coconut water (unsweetened)
2 tablespoons coconut cream or full-fat coconut milk (for creaminess)
1 scoop collagen peptides (optional, for skin health)
¼ teaspoon cream of tartar (natural source of potassium)
1 pinch pink Himalayan salt or sea salt
½ cup ice cubes
— Garnish —
Orange slice
Fresh mint sprig
Instructions
1. **Squeeze:** Freshly squeeze the oranges. Fresh juice makes a huge difference in flavor compared to bottled concentrate.
2. **Combine:** In a shaker bottle, blender, or mason jar, combine the fresh orange juice, coconut water, coconut cream, collagen powder (if using), cream of tartar, and the pinch of sea salt.
3. **Mix:** Shake vigorously or blend for 10–15 seconds until the powders are fully dissolved and the coconut cream creates a frothy, creamy texture.
4. **Pour:** Fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour the orange-coconut mixture over the ice.
5. **Serve:** Garnish with a slice of orange and fresh mint. Drink immediately for the best nutrient absorption.
Notes
Why Cream of Tartar? It is a byproduct of winemaking that happens to be packed with potassium, an essential electrolyte that balances sodium in the body.
The ‘Glow’ Factor: The combination of Vitamin C (orange) and healthy fats (coconut cream) helps your body produce collagen, promoting skin elasticity and a natural glow.
Dairy-Free: This recipe is naturally dairy-free and vegan (if you omit bovine collagen or use marine collagen).
No Coconut Cream? You can skip it for a lighter, clearer juice drink, but the fat helps stabilize blood sugar spikes from the fruit juice.
- Prep Time: 5
- Category: Drink
- Method: Mix
- Cuisine: Wellness / American