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Peach Ginger Smoothie

When I was a kid, nothing could compare to hearing the jingling bells of the ice cream man; it meant I got a Creamsicle. Looking for that taste again and to create something kids would adore, I came up with this recipe. One note: If you have a sensitive mouth or throat issues, omit the ginger to avoid irritation.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    makes 4 1/2 cups

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups peach nectar
3/4 cup organic plain yogurt
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
3 cups frozen peaches, or 3 cups fresh peaches, pitted and chopped
1 tablespoon finely ground flaxseeds
1 1/2 teaspoons maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon freshly squeezed lime juice

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine the peach nectar, yogurt, ginger, and half of the peaches in a blender and process until smooth. Add the remaining peaches, the flaxseeds, maple syrup, vanilla, and lime juice and blend until smooth and creamy. Serve immediately.

  2. variation

    Step 2

    Add 1 tablespoon of unrefined virgin coconut oil for additional healthy fat and calories.

    Step 3

    For more protein, add a scoop of whey protein powder.

  3. storage

    Step 4

    Store in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for 2 days.

    Step 5

    Shake well again before serving.

  4. nutrition information

    Step 6

    (per serving)

    Step 7

    Calories: 135

    Step 8

    Total Fat: 2.4g (1g saturated, 0.6g monounsaturated)

    Step 9

    Carbohydrates: 25g

    Step 10

    Protein: 3g

    Step 11

    Fiber: 1g

    Step 12

    Sodium: 27mg

Excerpted from The Cancer Fighting Kitchen, copyright 2017 by Rebecca Katz and Met Edelson. Published with permission by Ten Speed Press.
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