Fruity drinks and the beach are made for each other. After a full day of sun, sand, and salt water, there’s nothing like having a sweet, smooth, and cold drink – maybe with a little rum in it. The All-Tropical Vacation Smoothie is here to be your go-to when things get too hot. And there’s more than just flavor going on here. The pineapple is rich in both vitamin C and enzymes, while the coconut milk adds its electrolytes and …
We’re not advocating any illegal substances here – this indulgence is purely legal. But while indulging in all the fresh summer fruits, we get a little overwhelmed by the variety. So this week’s smoothie includes the little stone fruits – especially apricots and plums – and crowns them with the regal kick of ginger. Here in NYC we have yellow plums and sugar plums as well as the black and red ones, but you can mix up the varieties available …
With the Nectarine Sunshine Smoothie, I could go on about nutrition, how nectarines are a balanced source of vitamins and minerals, low in fat, yada yada. But you know the score. It’s a hot August day at the farmer’s market. They were there. Their sun ripened perfume caught my nose and drew me over. I felt their cool, smooth skins, their slight give of perfect ripeness. I tasted the slightly tart sweetness of the samples…and I overbought.
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Blueberries are so awesome: packed with antioxidants and delicious served so many ways, pretty much everyone loves them. Wild blueberries are even more so: smaller, denser, and more flavorful than their cultivated cousins, they also contain more antioxidants per ounce, especially the superhero “purple” antioxidant anthocyanin.
I was lucky enough to come across a field of wild blueberries while hiking in the country, but you can also find these little treasures at gourmet markets starting in late July or …
There is a certain hot dog chain in New York City, known for its cheap two-dog specials and something called a “papaya drink.” Most New Yorkers have eaten there, or at one of its many copycats, whether we admit it or not. Ok, I’ll admit it: I like the “papaya drink.” Its mildly tropical sweetness is a really good hot dog complement, and it’s way better than the other drinks on the menu. But the metallic undertone of the original …
This week’s smoothie is a light, refreshing, treat, sure to beat the midsummer heat. Its base of honeydew melon provides hydration, vitamin C and potassium, and the mint refreshes with its vitamins A and C. Add the lime and grapes and you have a healthy version of a mojito – and this cocktail can be enjoyed by everyone!
Mint is historically said to have magical properties related to happy travels and money, which is perfect for right about now: …
Every now and then something we make turns out so quickly, so perfectly, and so sublimely it makes us gasp. The Mango Custard smoothie is one of those things. Of course, it starts with mangoes – sweet and smooth, there’s no going wrong there. But this smoothie goes further than that: it’s sweet, luscious, and creme brûlée smooth. While it veers away from smoothie-ness, its custardy texture and sweet, tropical taste combine to make one of the most transcendent desserts …
This week’s smoothie is all about pleasure. The Sheherazade is smooth, sensuous and sweet. The dates, macadamias, honey, and nutmeg seduce the senses, as they provide minerals, fiber, and healthy fats. The banana and vanilla almond milk continue the seduction, while they bring heart-protecting potassium and magnesium.
The Sheherazade is a luscious smoothie, ideal for a romantic treat. As a smoothie it’s a healthy (even vegan) stand-in for a milkshake – or leave out two of the ice …
Those of us who love purple tend to overdo it. Clothes, bags, phone and iPad cases – I have to check myself to make sure it’s not too much (for me, anyway…) But there’s nothing overdone about this smoothie – it packs an antioxidant punch into a gorgeous, delicious treat. It starts with frozen açai, the superfood that also provides healthy fats and amino acids. It keeps the antioxidant train running with blueberries, red grapes, orange juice and …
This week’s smoothie is all about love. The strawberries, almond milk, and spices are reputed aphrodisiacs, and the oranges are said to promote friendship and caring. Both oranges and strawberries are loaded with vitamin C, and the cinnamon in the five-spice powder helps regulate blood sugar – and boosts brain activity!
The Strawberry-Orange Summer of Love is sweet and warm, even as it is refreshing and cold. Try it for brunch, or make a big batch for a …
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