By: Melissa C., R.D., L.D. Crèche Manager of Health and Nutrition
Summer is a great time of year for fruit and vegetable smoothies! A cold smoothie on a hot summer day is a perfect nutritious snack for you and your child! Smoothies deliver a concentrated dose of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Smoothies retain beneficial dietary fiber, which aids in digestion, supports heart health, and promotes a feeling of fullness. You can always add 1-2 Tbsp of chia, oats, Greek yogurt, or flax meal to any smoothie to increase fiber and protein content. You can even put your mix in popsicle molds or teethers to enjoy at a later time! Try these smoothies this summer.
You can peel carrots and apples prior to blending or keep skins on for added fiber. In a blender combine:• 2 carrots• 2 apples• 3 oranges• 1 cup water• 1/2 tsp ginger• 1/4 tps turmeric• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
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In a blender, combine:• 1 medium banana, peeled• 1 large green apple, cored and chopped (keep the skins for extra fiber)• 3 medium kiwis, peeled and cubed• 1 cup unsweetened plain coconut yogurt• 1 cup water, or dairy free milk• 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
In a blender, combine:• 1 cup milk of your choice• 4 slices of fresh or frozen peaches (about 1/2 cup)• 1/4 cup blueberries• a handful of kale• 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamonView Full Recipe Here
