Sunday Smoothies: Blackberry Apple Nectarine with Grapefruit Juice and Honey

Green Girl Goodies, July 2012

My first summer in the Midwest has led to a conclusion I thought I would never reach:  it is possible to be simply just too hot to function.  Call me a wimp but with the thick humidity and a heat index in the low 100’s, even the evenings can be tough to bear.  In an effort to beat the heat (since normal functioning can’t be accomplished sitting in a swimming pool all day) smoothies have become a new best friend.  For the summer and into the fall (basically until the heat eases up!) look for a new smoothie every Sunday to help you stay cool and healthy wherever you may be :)

*There will be recipes for each smoothie but keep in mind the natural sugar levels in the fruit, juices and even sweetener brands you use heavily influence the flavor so recipes may have to be adjusted slightly to fit your taste.

Yield 1  - 2 large servings or 2 - 4 small servings

1 ea Fuji Apple, (medium) cut into large chunks

1 ea Nectarine, (medium) cut into large chunks

1 c Blackberries, fresh or frozen

1 c Grapefruit Juice

2 c Ice, crushed if possible

2 tb Honey

-          Place the ice into the blender first.

-          Place the fruit on top of the ice and carefully add the honey.  Try to avoid getting the honey on the sides of the blender as much as possible otherwise it won’t incorporate as well.

-          Add the juice, blend and enjoy!

 Next Sunday Smoothie:

Watermelon Cran-Raspberry with Silken Tofu and Chia Seeds