Matthew Driver - Smoothie Recipes: 50 Great Tasting, Healthy, Smoothies & Juices

Editor: MatthewDriver Cover Designand Illustrations: Wells Gray Press Published byWells Gray Press GreatBritain Copyright Matthew Driver 2012 All rightsreserved. SmashwordsEdition No part of thispublication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, ortransmitted in any form or by any other means electronic,mechanical, photocopying or otherwise, without prior permission inwriting from the publisher. This book issold subject to the condition that it shall not, by way of trade orotherwise, be lent, re-sold, hired out or otherwise circulatedwithout the publishers prior consent in any form of binding orcover other than that in which it is published and without asimilar condition including this condition being imposed on thesubsequent purchaser. Table of Contents: This book introduces 50 great tastingSmoothie and Juice recipes from around the world. Using acombination of many different types of fruit and ingredients, thisbook is sure to have the perfect recipe for any occasion orsituation. Smoothies andJuices are a superb way of maintaining a healthy balanced diet, andof ensuring that your body gets all the nutrients and minerals thatit needs.

They are generally low in fat yet provide a great sourceof energy to keep you going during the day. All the recipesare presented in alphabetic order to make them easy to search andfind. There is also a guide to the nutritional values of fruits tohelp you find the right smoothie combinations for you. Each recipealso has information on the nutrients contained, and is ranked outof 10 for the energy it provides, how beneficial it is for yourimmune system, and how well it can help digestion. So, read,blend, serve and enjoy! A nutritious start tothe day! (Serves 2) Ingredients: 1 Ripe banana (peeledand chopped) 2 Medium goldendelicious apples (peeled, cored, and chopped) 1 Ripe pear (peeled,cored, and diced) 1 Cup of vanillalow-fat yoghurt 1 Cup of applejuice A pinch of groundcinnamon Instructions: Blend all theingredients in a blender until smooth. Pour into a chilled glassand serve.

Energy: 7 Immunity: 7 Digestion: 7 A good source ofvitamin A, calcium, and magnesium. Start the day the rightway, with this flavour packed smoothie. (Serves 1) Ingredients: 1/2 Peach (peeled andpitted) 2 Strawberries 1/2 Banana (cut intochunks) Pinch of fresh/gratedginger 2 Tablespoons ofevaporated milk 1 Teaspoon of vanillaextract 2-3 Ice cubes Ground cinnamon (toserve) Instructions: Blend all theingredients in a blender until smooth. Pour into a chilled glassand sprinkle the top with the ground cinnamon to serve. Energy: 6 Immunity: 6 Digestion: 7 A very good source offibre, which is beneficial for digestion. (Serves 1) Ingredients: 1 Ripe banana 1 Peach 2 Cups of milk 2 Teaspoons ofsugar Instructions: Blend all theingredients in a blender until smooth. (Serves 1) Ingredients: 1 Ripe banana 1 Peach 2 Cups of milk 2 Teaspoons ofsugar Instructions: Blend all theingredients in a blender until smooth.

Pour into a chilled glassand serve. Energy: 7 Immunity: 6 Digestion: 7 A good source of fibre,vitamin A, B, and C. Fruit sensation and agreat source of energy. (Serves 2) Ingredients: 2 Bananas 3 Passion fruit 2 Cups of orangejuice Instructions Place all theingredients in a blender, blend until smooth. Pour into a chilledglass and serve. Energy 9 Immunity 4 Digestion 2 Good source of: Folicacid, vitamins B1, B3, B6, C, iron, potassium.

This is a great drinkfor summer. Provides a really good energy boost and is smooth andrefreshing. (Serves 1) Ingredients: 2 Bananas 6 Strawberries 1 1/2 Cups of applejuice Instructions: Place all theingredients in a blender, blend until smooth. Pour into a chilledglass and serve. Energy 9 Immunity 5 Digestion 2 Good source of:Vitamins B1, B3, B6, C, calcium, potassium. Super energy boost! (Serves 1) Ingredients: 2 Bananas 2 Handfuls ofraspberries 1 1/2 Cranberryjuice Instructions: Place all theingredients in a blender, blend until smooth.

Pour into a chilledglass and serve. Energy 9 Immunity 5 Digestion 4 Good source of: VitaminB1, B3, B6, C, calcium, iron, potassium, beta-carotene. A smoothie packed withflavour! (Serves 1) Ingredients: 1 Handful ofblueberries 1 Handful ofstrawberries 1 1/2 Cups ofstrawberry flavoured yoghurt Instructions: Blend all theingredients in a blender until smooth. Pour into a chilled glassand serve. Energy: 6 Immunity: 7 Digestion: 5 A fantastic source ofantioxidants and vitamin C. Three fruits, twominutes, and a blender, gives one great tasting smoothie! (Serves 2) Ingredients: 1 Cup of applejuice 1 Banana (peeled andchopped) 2 Handfuls ofblueberries (fresh or frozen) 2 Cups of natural plainyoghurt Instructions: Blend all theingredients in a blender until smooth.

Pour into a chilled glassand serve. Energy: 8 Immunity: 7 Digestion: 7 Great Source ofvitamins A, C, and K, potassium and magnesium. A meal in a glass! (Serves 1) Ingredients: 2 Bananas 1 Cup of fruitybio-yoghurt 1/2 Cup ofblueberries 1 Cup of cranberryjuice 1 Tablespoon of clearhoney 2-3 Tablespoons ofwheat germ Chopped toastedhazelnuts Instructions: Place all theingredients, apart from the hazelnuts, into a blender and blenduntil smooth. Sweeten with extra honey if required. Pour into aglass and scatter the nuts over the top. Serve immediately, as theblueberries can cause the smoothie to thicken (if this happens,simply stir in some extra cranberry juice).

Energy: 8 Immunity: 8 Digestion: 7 A great source ofpotassium, vitamin A, and antioxidants. This is a pure taste ofthe Caribbean. (Serves 1) Ingredients: 1/2 Pineapple 1/2 Cup of coconutmilk 1 Teaspoon lemonjuice 1 Cup of pineapplejuice Instructions: Place all theingredients in a blender, blend until smooth. Pour into a chilledglass and serve. Energy 8 Immunity 3 Digestion 4 Good source of:beta-carotene, folic acid, vitamin C, E, calcium, potassium. A fresh taste of theCaribbean - Perfect for sunny days (Serves 1) Ingredients: 1 Cup of plain naturalyoghurt 1 Cup of coconutmilk 1 Lime (juice only) 1 Tablespoon ofhoney A handful of icecubes Instructions: Place all theingredients, apart from the ice, into a blender and blend untilsmooth.

Crush the ice and place in a glass. Pour the smoothiemixture over the ice and serve immediately. Energy 6 Immunity 7 Digestion 7 This is a good sourceof vitamin C, phosphorus and iron. Coconut milk is also a goodoption for anyone on a diet as it makes you feel full quickly dueto high concentrations of dietary fibre. Packed with healthysuperfoods! (Serves 1) Ingredients: 1 Handful of cashewnuts (preferably soaked overnight) 150ml of water 1 Large handful ofmixed summer berries (fresh or frozen) 1/2 Mango (roughlychopped) 1 Tablespoon ofporridge oats 1 Tablespoon of goldenlinseeds Instructions: Drain and rinse thecashews if they have been soaked. With a blender, mixtogether the cashew nuts with water.

Start by blending the cashewnuts with a splash of water to make a smooth paste, then graduallyadd more water to make a rich, creamy nut milk. Add the remainingingredients and blend until smooth. Serve straight away. Energy: 8 Immunity: 7 Digestion: 6 This smoothie containsnuts that are packed with healthy vitamins and minerals, including:Magnesium, iron, and zinc. This smoothie combinesthe healthy anti-oxidant properties of tart cherries andpomegranate. (Serves 2) Ingredients: 1 Cup of pomegranatejuice 1 Cup of tart cherryjuice Handful of cherries(pitted) Handful of blackberries(pitted) 1 Tablespoon of sugar(if needed to sweeten) Handful of icecubes Instructions: Blend all theingredients in a blender until smooth.

Pour into a chilled glassand serve. Energy: 5 Immunity: 7 Digestion: 5 This recipe is full ofhealthy anti-oxidants. Refreshing smoothiewith a fantastic citrus tang. (Serves 1) Ingredients: 1 Scoop of lemonsorbet 1 Cup of naturalyoghurt 2 Large oranges (juiceonly) 1 Tablespoon of maplesyrup (Fresh Oranges can besubstituted with Orange Juice) Instructions: Blend all theingredients in a blender until smooth. Pour into a chilled glassand serve. Energy: 5 Immunity: 5 Digestion: 4 Good source of vitaminC.