The Energizer Smoothie
Contributed by: News Canada
Stay energized with snacks
(NC) - With the summer holidays coming to an end, many of us are getting ready to jump back into our work and school routines. However, after a few months of relaxing, it can be difficult to get back into the swing of things. With busy schedules filled with activities, quick, convenient snacks are a great way to keep energy levels up. Smoothies are a terrific option since they're healthy and easy to make. Just throw all the ingredients in the blender and voila, a tasty, filling and nutritious beverage.
Get creative with your smoothies too. Additional healthy snack recipes are available at www.splenda.ca.
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (125mL) cranberry juice (or try strawberry, raspberry or other types of juice)
- 1 frozen, sliced banana (freeze for 30 minutes)
- 1/2 cup (125mL) soft silken tofu
- 1/2 cup (125mL) pineapple pieces
- 2 tsp (10mL) granular or 1 packet of Splenda
- 4 to 6 fresh mint leaves
Directions:
Simply process all ingredients in food processor to desired consistency.
Serving Size: Makes 2 Large Glasses
Nutritional Information: Per Serving: Serving Size: 1 glass (1/2 recipe), Total Calories Per Serving: 165, Calories from Fat: 20, Total Fat: 2 g, Saturated Fat: 0.3 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 5 mg, Total Carbohydrate: 33 g, Dietary Fibre: 3 g, Sugars: 22 g, Protein: 4 g
