Flippin' Good Fruit Smoothie

Warm summer mornings often call for something cool to drink to start your day. Especially if they are pretty damn good for you. I often use this beverage as a full breakfast. With the fruit, yogurt, orange juice, water and then the addition of the nutritional supplement I throw in, its just plain health in a glass. However, because fruits do have a lot of natural sugars in them, this may not be the drink for those who are diabetic or need to watch sugar levels in general.

With the wonders of modern day technology when it comes to keeping foods frozen, this can actually be enjoyed year round. You can freeze fresh fruits you have picked in the summer, or you can buy bags of frozen fruit at your local grocery store.

Ingredients

1/2 Banana, frozen
1/2 cup Frozen mixed berries (raspberries, blackberries, strawberries)
1/2 cup Frozen peach slices
1/2 cup Orange Juice
1/2 cup Nonfat Yogurt, plain
Water

Optional: 1 Tbs. Super Green Max Plus (available at www.swansonvitamins.com)

Preparation

Add all the ingredients to a blender. The amount of water you use will vary. After adding the orange juice, I usually add just enough water to reach the top of the fruit so that it blends easier and doesn't end up being overly thick. Blend the mixture. Pour. Enjoy.

Nutritional Information

Serving Size: 2 1/2 Cups
Calories: 233
Fat: 0
Cholesterol: 2.5 mg
Carbs: 49 g
Fiber: 5 g
Sugars: 36 g
Protein: 9 g