Need something fresh and light after ploughing through a summer of indulgence?
Blend together the crimson and orange colours of fall for a giant hit of antioxidants, vitamins and fibre – all necessary for true vitality.
Pomegranates, in particular, are a major booster to heart health. They’re known to contain punicalagin, a potent antioxidant that lowers cholesterol, blood pressure and reduces the gunky stuff that builds up in your arteries, aka plaque.
Blend away, wellness warriors!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1-inch chunk of zucchini squash
- Juice of one navel orange
- 1 Tbsp hemp hearts
- 2 tsp raw honey
- 3/4 cup almond milk (or more if needed)
Blend until smooth and fall in love with the amazing colour and robust flavour of this healthy treat.
For more irresistible blender concoctions check out our Smooth Operator archives. Happy blending!
