Featured Recipe: Berry Blast Smoothie

After a hot day on the river, a refreshing drink like a Berry Blast Smoothie is the perfect treat. This recipe sneaks in a few greens making it as nutritional as it is delicious! The touch of ginger gives it a kiss of spice to help curb sugar cravings.

Ingredients

2 cups milk*
2 frozen bananas (Be sure to peel before freezing – the riper the better!)
½ cup frozen blueberries
½ cup frozen strawberries
1½ tsp grated ginger
4 cups chopped kale
Dash of cinnamon
Honey or agave syrup to taste

Steps

1.Combine all ingredients except the honey/agave syrup in a blender at high speed.
2. Blend until smooth, adding more liquid as needed to achieve your preferred consistency.
3. Add in honey/agave syrup if needed and enjoy!

* Feel free to substitute for your favorite nondairy milk! (Almond, cashew, coconut, hemp are all delicious vegan alternatives)

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