Berry Nutritious Smoothies
Get your blenders ready – smoothie season is here! And this spring, we’re all about berries. While there are technically over 400 types of berries worldwide, the classics we all know and love – strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries – are full of vitamins, minerals, and immunity-boosting goodness. As the weather heats up and the temptation to grab a cold treat increases, reach for one of these “berry” nutritious (and delicious) smoothies to cool off while fueling your mind and body.
“Buried in Milk & Honey boosts your immune function, enhances heart health, promotes healthy digestion, and supports brain health due to high antioxidant levels. This is one of my favorite smoothies – I love the depth of flavors. It is the perfect blend of fruity and creamy to satisfy any palate. It’s nutrient-dense and packed with fiber and vitamin C, and the almonds are a great source of protein.”
The Bohemian Village’s Buried in Milk & Honey Smoothie
1-2
servingsBuried in Milk & Honey boosts your immune function, enhances heart health, promotes healthy digestion, and supports brain health due to high antioxidant levels.
Ingredients
- For the almond milk:
- ½ cup
organic raw almonds
- 1½ cups
cold spring water
- For the smoothie:
- ½
banana
- ⅓ cup
fresh blueberries
- ⅓ cup
fresh strawberries
- ⅓ cups
fresh blackberries
- ½ tsp.
organic vanilla extract
- 1 tsp.
local honey
Directions
- For the almond milk:
Soak raw almonds in spring water for 8-12 hours.
Take almonds out of water and rinse.
Blend the soaked almonds with cold spring water until smooth.
Strain the mixture through a nut milk bag or cheesecloth, squeezing firmly to extract all liquid.
- For the smoothie:
Place half a banana, along with the blueberries, strawberries, and blackberries, in a freezer-safe bag and freeze overnight.
Add the frozen fruit, almond milk, vanilla extract, and honey to a large blender and blend ingredients until smooth. If the smoothie is too thick, add more almond milk as needed to give it a smooth consistency.
Serve and enjoy immediately.
