How to Make the Perfect Citrus Collagen Sunrise Drink
Mediterranean-inspired · Easy · 5 min · 1 servings
This bright and tangy morning drink combines fresh citrus with marine collagen and vitamin C-rich ingredients to support skin elasticity and joint health. It is a refreshing beauty-from-within elixir that also provides a natural energy boost to start your day.
Why this recipe works
This Citrus Collagen Sunrise Drink recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 5 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 75 calories with 9g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1 scoop unflavored marine collagen peptides
- 1 whole large orange juiced
- 0.5 whole lemon juiced
- 1 cup cold sparkling water
- 1 tsp raw apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp raw honey
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Juice the Citrus
Squeeze the orange and lemon juice into a large glass using a citrus juicer. Fresh-squeezed juice is essential as it provides the vitamin C needed to synthesize collagen effectively in the body.
Step 2: Dissolve the Collagen
Add the marine collagen peptides to the citrus juice and whisk or stir vigorously until fully dissolved. Quality collagen peptides should dissolve completely without any gritty residue.
Step 3: Add Remaining Ingredients
Stir in the apple cider vinegar and raw honey until the honey is fully dissolved. The apple cider vinegar supports gut health and enhances the absorption of nutrients.
Step 4: Top with Sparkling Water
Pour the cold sparkling water over the citrus collagen base and stir gently to preserve the carbonation. Add ice if desired and garnish with a citrus wheel for presentation.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- marine collagen peptides → bovine collagen peptides for a more affordable option with similar skin and joint benefits
- sparkling water → plain coconut water for natural electrolytes and a subtle tropical sweetness
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Using hot water to dissolve the collagen which can denature the proteins and reduce effectiveness
- Skipping the vitamin C component which is required by the body to properly synthesize and use collagen
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 75 calories, 9g protein, 14g carbs, 0g fat, 1g fiber.
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