Smoothies are so good for snacking or breakfast. Today's recipe comes from the June issue of COOKING LIGHT. The variations start with basic ingredients and then change up the flavor by adding different fruits.
BRIGHT AND SUNNY SUMMER SMOOTHIES
BASICS:
Place 1 cup plain 2% reduced fat Greek yogurt in a blender. Add your favorite flavor combination to make-
TROPICAL
Add 1 c. cubed peeled fresh pineapple, 1 c. diced peeled mango, 1/4 c. fresh orange juice, 3 tbsp. agave nectar, 2 tsp. fresh lime juice, and a dash of salt to blender; process until smooth. Add 1 cup of crushed ice; process until smooth.
ORANGE CREAM
Add 1 c. orange sherbet, 1 tsp. grated orange rind, 3/4 c. fresh orange sections(about 1 large orange), and 1/2 tsp. vanilla to blender; process until smooth. Add 1 c. ice; process until smooth. Pour into glasses; top evenly with 2 tbsp. coarsely chopped cinnamon roasted almonds. Serve immediately.
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