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Fruit Smoothie RecipesUsing fresh organic fruits in your own fruit smoothie recipes will give you all the benefits of fruit nutrition and a delicious and quick drink to enjoy! What exactly is a smoothie? Fruit smoothies, at their most basic level, are a blended concoction of fruits or vegetables, dairy based products like milk or yoghurt, ice or frozen fruits/vegetables, and a variety of sweeteners. They are considered a delicious and healthy alternative to milk shakes because they are not made with fat laden ice cream.The milk that smoothies are based on is a rich source of protein and calcium and by adding organic fruit you can add to the nutritional benefits. It is not necessary to use cow's milk. Goat’s milk, rice milk or soy milk are all perfectly acceptable substitutes. Frozen fruit is acceptable and easy to store to make a quick breakfast smoothie or snack, but try to get fresh organic fruit whenever possible to provide the best nutritional value. You can also pick your own fresh fruit and freeze it for use in smoothies. All these recipes can be made with fresh or frozen fruit. By using skim milk or low fat alternatives the calorie count can be kept down. In addition to fresh fruit try adding protein powder, flaxseed oil or wheat germ to boost the nutritional value of your fruit smoothie recipe. How do I make a smoothie? Smoothies are quick and easy to make. Put your chosen fresh fruit into a blender, top up with your chosen milk and blend. Pour the drink into a glass and you are ready to go. Young and old alike can enjoy the recipes. If you have fruit in your garden you can pick it fresh in the morning and use it while it has its maximum nutritional value!
For an overview of smoothie making, check out this video by Dani Spies.
Summer Strawberry Smoothie Recipe
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